Heat’s Legend Reveals How LeBron James and D-Wade Helped Him Regroup After 2011 Finals Defeat

In the summer of 2010, LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh joined forces to form the Big 3 in the South Beach. The Big 3 were hungry for a success after a series of unsuccessful playoff stints.

James and Bosh had never experienced the feeling of holding the glorious NBA trophy. On the other hand, Wade won a ring with Shaq back in 2006. Expectations were at an all-time high for the league’s newly formed dynasty.

As expected, the Miami Heat glided past every team in the playoffs and got themselves a spot in the NBA finals. In the Western Conference, Dirk Nowitzki’s Mavericks overcame everyone and were the opponents of the Heat.

Obviously, Miami were the heavy favorites to win it all that season. But Mavs overcame all the odds and defeated the Heat in six games. LeBron James had the worst finals series of his career, while Bosh was average at best.

Though D-Wade tried his best, the 2011 Mavs were on a mission. They were too much for him to handle all by himself.

Chris Bosh reveals meeting with LeBron James and Dwyane Wade after the 2011 finals loss

A few hours ago, Chris Bosh posted an image on his Instagram account.

“After losing to the Mavericks, I couldn’t stay in that rut, though, because I was getting married in July. Dirk had already ruined my season,” said Bosh. “I couldn’t let him ruin my wedding, too.

“On the day Bron and D showed up, dancing and laughing. Seeing them there, catching up on what they’d been up to while getting to celebrate one of the happiest days of my life – It turned things around, reminded me that we hadn’t joined up to play just one season. We had a lot more work to do.”

As it turns out, the Heat left the past behind and went on to win two rings. Bosh played a phenomenal role in the next 2 finals. He left an indelible mark on NBA history after grabbing a crucial board against the Spurs in the 2012 finals.

Chris Bosh had to cut his career short because of blood clotting issues. He officially retired on February 12, 2019. On the same day, his #1 jersey was retired by the Miami Heat.