Last Updated on January 4, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

Dwyane Wade - Miami HeatHere’s the detailed information on Dwyane Wade:

  • Full Name: Dwyane Tyrone Wade, Jr.
  • Nickname: Flash, D-Wade (told Shaq in 2006 he no longer wanted to be known as Flash)
  • Age: Born on January 17, 1982
  • Hometown: Chicago, Illinois
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 10.75 inches (210 cm)
  • Weight: 220 lbs (100 kg) during his playing career
  • Height: 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm)
  • Shoe Size: 15 US
  • Shoe Brand: Li-Ning Way of Wade 7, Li-Ning Way of Wade 6, Li-Ning Way of Wade 5, Li-Ning Way of Wade 4, Li-Ning Way of Wade 3, Li-Ning Way of Wade 2, Li-Ning Way of Wade 1, Jordan Fly Wade 2, Jordan Fly Wade 1
  • Position: Shooting Guard
  • High School: Harold L. Richards High School (Oak Lawn, Illinois)
  • College: Marquette University
  • Draft: 2003 NBA Draft, 5th overall pick by the Miami Heat
  • 2K Rating: 97 ( Miami Heat)
  • Accolades:
    • NBA Career Achievements:
      • 3× NBA Champion (2006, 2012, 2013)
      • NBA Finals MVP (2006)
      • 13× NBA All-Star (2005–2016, 2019)
      • 8× All-NBA Team:
        • First Team: 2009, 2010
        • Second Team: 2005, 2006, 2011
        • Third Team: 2007, 2012, 2013
      • 3× All-Defensive Second Team (2005, 2009, 2010)
      • NBA Scoring Champion (2009)
      • NBA All-Star Game MVP (2010)
    • Other Career Highlights:
      • Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame (2023)
      • Named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team (2021)
      • Miami Heat’s All-Time Leading Scorer
      • His jersey #3 was retired by the Miami Heat in 2020
      • Named Sportsman of the Year by Sports Illustrated (2006)
    • Olympic Career:
      • Olympic Gold Medalist (2008, Beijing)
      • Olympic Bronze Medalist (2004, Athens)
  • Kids: 5 children (Zaire Wade, Zaya Wade, Xavier Wade, Kaavia James Union Wade, and a nephew Dahveon Morris whom he raises)
  • Retirement Age: Officially retired in 2019 at the age of 37
  • Retirement Year: 2018-2019 (with Miami Heat)
  • Supports: Chicago Bears
  • Net Worth: Made $198,936,935 in the NBA

Wade is widely regarded as one of the greatest shooting guards in NBA history, known for his leadership, clutch play, and ability to impact both ends of the floor. He played a crucial role in the Miami Heat’s success, particularly in their Big Three era with LeBron James and Chris Bosh.

Notes:

  • Dwyane Wade’s listed playing weight during his career was 220 pounds (100 kg). This weight, combined with his athleticism and strength, contributed to his ability to finish through contact and dominate as a shooting guard.
  • Dwyane Wade’s height in shoes is officially listed as 6 feet 4 inches (6’4″). Without shoes, he measured at 6 feet 3 inches (6’3″) during pre-draft measurements.
  • Dwyane Wade had a similar dribbling style to Michael Jordan. He had combo and escape movies akin to Zack Lavine. His moving stepback shot was similar to Kyrie Irving’s. His breakdown movies were similar to Kobe Bryant’s. He had a moving spin move similar to Jayson Tatum.
  • Similar players to Dwyane Wade include Jalen Green, Anthony Edwards, Donovan Mitchell, Jaylen Brown, Bradley Beal, Desmond Bane, Ray Allen, Tyrese Maxey, and Caris LeVert.

Fun Facts

  • The Miami Heat made a statue of him that they unveiled on October 27, 2024, outside of the Kaseya Center.