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Heat Legend Says Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Needs Dwyane Wade Arc In NBA Finals

As the Indiana Pacers host the Oklahoma City Thunder Friday night, many are declaring this the most pivotal game of the series. The winner of this affair will likely be the favorite to win the NBA Finals.

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Dwyane Wade proposes 1-on-1 league after Michael Beasley vs. Lance Stephenson

Dwyane Wade has proposed the idea of a formal one-on-one basketball league, citing its potential as both a cultural and financial opportunity for players and fans alike.

Indiana Pacers News / Chicago Bulls on SI / June 12

Dwyane Wade Reveals Challenge to Tyrese Haliburton for NBA Finals Game 3

The Oklahoma City Thunder entered the NBA Finals against the Indiana Pacers as massive favorites, being led by the MVP in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and one of the best defensive teams in the NBA.

NBA News / The SportsRush / June 11

Dwyane Wade Reveals One of His Favorite Moments as a Dad Alongside Daughter Kaavia

Dwyane Wade is more than an NBA Hall of Famer, three-time NBA Champion, 13-time All-Star, and host of his own podcast. The 43-year-old icon is also a father to five kids, including his daughter Kaavia, whom he shares with famed actress Gabrielle Union.

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An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?

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Sacramento Kings News / The SportsRush / June 11

'Never Had a Drink in My Life': DeMar DeRozan Explains to Dwyane Wade How He Manages to Stay in Top Condition at 35

Even at 35 years old and entering his 17th season, DeMar DeRozan remains an All-Star-caliber talent. The explosive guard has now posted 12 straight seasons of 20 or more points per game, demonstrating elite longevity.

Dwyane Wade News / The SportsRush / June 11

Chicago Native Tony Allen Recalls Facing Off Against Heat Legend Dwyane Wade in High School All-Star Game

Tony Allen and Dwyane Wade both hail from Chicago, but their paths only crossed once in high school. It happened during the City vs Suburban game, a showcase for some of the area’s top talent.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / June 10

Dwyane Wade Sends Strong Message to Fellow Heat Legend

Dwayne Wade spent 14 years of his career with the Miami Heat and led the franchise to three NBA championships. On Monday, however, he paid tribute to a Miami Heat icon whose legacy runs even deeper.

NBA News / The SportsRush / June 9

Dwyane Wade Flexes His Own Finals Accomplishment While Congratulating Shai Gilgeous-Alexander On His Unique 30-Point-3 Steal Feat

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has had an incredible start to his first-ever NBA Finals. He’s one of just four players to score 30+ points and have 3+ steals in back-to-back Finals games.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Miami Heat on SI / June 9

Dwyane Wade Grants Ultimate Honor To Oklahoma City Thunder’s Stifling Defense

One of the most significant reasons for the Oklahoma City Thunder’s success in the past two years is the fact they all agreed on an identity and built their team around it.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 9

Potential Miami Heat Draft Pick Patterned Game After Dwyane Wade

Heat legend Dwayne Wade has influenced a generation of up-and-coming players who admired his game during his prime. This includes V.J. Edgecombe, 19, a projected Top 5 pick in this year's draft.

NBA News / The SportsRush / June 7

Dwyane Wade Expresses Disappointment In Himself For His 100+ Round Of Golf

Now that he’s done dominating opponents on the basketball court, Dwyane Wade has shifted his focus to a new sport: golf. While it doesn’t come with the same bright lights as the NBA, Wade has been vocal about how much he enjoys driving the ball down the fairway.

Indiana Pacers News / Chicago Bulls on SI / June 7

Tyrese Haliburton Responds To Dwyane Wade's Comments After Game Winner

Tyrese Haliburton's thrilling game winner with 0.3 seconds left in Game 1 of the NBA Finals elicited an eruption of reactions on social media, though perhaps none were more notable than Dwayne Wade's viral celebration, in which he loudly declared Haliburton a superstar.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / June 7

Dwyane Wade Sends Paige Bueckers Message Amid Rookie Season

Friday night’s matchup at College Park Center in Arlington, Texas, saw the Los Angeles Sparks hand the Dallas Wings a 93-79 loss, their fourth straight of the 2025 WNBA season. With rookie guard Paige Bueckers sitting out due to concussion protocols, veteran guard Kelsey Plum led the Sparks with a near double-double (11 points, nine assists).

Indiana Pacers News / Fastbreak on SI / June 7

NBA Legend Dwyane Wade Makes Bold Tyrese Haliburton Statement

On Thursday night, Tyrese Haliburton led the Indiana Pacers to a 111-110 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. While he scored just 14 points, the two-time All-Star nailed the game-winning shot.

NBA News / The SportsRush / June 7

Recalling LeBron James’ Words, Dwyane Wade Praises Thunder’s Smart Defense Despite Game 1 Loss

The Oklahoma City Thunder’s Game 1 outing may have ended in heartbreak—thanks to a clutch jumper from Tyrese Haliburton with 0.3 seconds left on the clock—but for most of the game, they were in control.

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Indiana Pacers News / The SportsRush / June 6

'Clean This Up': Acknowledging Turnover Issue, Dwyane Wade Opens Up on Good Things Pacers Did

The NBA Finals are underway, and basketball fans were treated to another miraculous comeback from the Indiana Pacers, who somehow managed to turn a 15-point deficit into a 111-110 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder to take Game 1.

NBA News / The SportsRush / June 6

'You Cannot Guard Him': Dwyane Wade Questions Pacers’ Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Defense as MVP Dominates Game 1

Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals is in the history books, with the Indiana Pacers shocking the world by making yet another incredible fourth-quarter comeback against the Oklahoma City Thunder to win 111-110.

Indiana Pacers News / Miami Heat on SI / June 6

Dwyane Wade Has Every Reason To Avoid Doubting A Rick Carlisle Coached Team

Behind the Indiana Pacers' high-powered and ultimate team-based offense has been led by Rick Carlisle, who has instilled a never-quit attitude throughout the entire roster.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / June 6

Dwyane Wade Sends Strong Message About MVP Race Lost to LeBron James

Flashback over 15 years ago in the NBA, and Dwyane Wade is playing in his sixth season in 2009. The face of the Miami Heat, and the league, as he has been named a four-time all star, entered his sixth year hoping for another strong season.

Indiana Pacers News / Athlon Sports / June 6

Dwyane Wade Makes One-Word Declaration After Wild Ending of NBA Finals Game 1

Tyrese Haliburton made all sorts of waves on social media after he hit a mind-blowing game-winner in the Indiana Pacers' 111-110 victory over the Oklahoma

Indiana Pacers News / Chicago Bulls on SI / June 6

NBA Legend Dwyane Wade's One-Word Reaction to Tyrese Haliburton's Game-Winner

No one expected the Indiana Pacers to defeat Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round of the NBA playoffs, but they somehow did it.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / June 3

Dwyane Wade Reveals Unique Parenting Strategy With Daughter Zaya Wade

Former Miami Heat legend and 3-time NBA champion Dwyane Wade has been enjoying post-retirement life. After he wrapped up his final NBA season in 2018-19 at the age of 37, the all-time great shooting guard shifted his focus to running a myriad of businesses and teaching his children how to navigate life.

New York Knicks News / Miami Heat on SI / May 27

Dwyane Wade Lays Out Game Plan New York Knicks Need To Make NBA Finals

After going down 0-2 in Madison Square Garden, the New York Knicks had a significant resurgence in Game 3. As they did several times against the Boston Celtics, the Knicks returned from a 20-point deficit to defeat the Indiana Pacers.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / May 26

NBA Legend Dwyane Wade Reveals Who He Thinks Is The Greatest Player Of All Time

Dwyane Wade is one of the best 50 players in NBA history. The Miami Heat legend helped the franchise win three titles from 2006-13. Recently, Wade revealed that Michael Jordan is his greatest player of all time.

Miami Heat News / Sneakers on SI / May 21

Dwyane Wade is Building His Body, Brand, & Global Sneaker Empire

At 43 years old, Miami Heat legend and Basketball Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade still looks like he could put up a triple-double in an NBA Finals game. That is no mistake.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 20

Heat legend Dwyane Wade showcases new Hall-of-Fame tattoo

Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade will always be proud of the legendary career he had in the NBA. He commemorated his career with a special tattoo. Wade did a collaboration with tattoo artist Clifford Chen, who has an Instagram following of over 118,000 followers.