Recently, two NBA icons, Dwyane Wade and LeBron James, were moved to tears of joy. They celebrated the retirement of their long-time friend and teammate. After 20 years of hard work, dedication, and unforgettable moments, this Miami Heat legend decided to hang up his jersey. As he walks away from the court, the city of Miami stands still and remembers the amazing moments he brought.

Let’s dive into the heartfelt post by the “Real One” and celebrate his legacy.

The brotherhood between Dwyane Wade, LeBron James and this Heat legend

In his Instagram post, the 43-year-old expressed his gratitude for the career he has had. He bid farewell to the sport that had been his life for two decades, recounting the numerous accolades he achieved during his illustrious career. From being a three-time NBA Champion to Miami Heat’s all-time leading rebounder and longest-tenured player. With his retirement, the Heat will certainly miss this player/mentor who became a symbol of Heat culture.

In case you hadn’t guessed, the legendary Udonis Haslem has announced his retirement.

From going undrafted in 2002 to boasting one of the longest careers in NBA history, U.D. is the only player apart from D-Wade to have helped Miami win their only three championships. He and Wade are the only players that were on the team between the Shaquille O’Neal and LeBron James era.

LeBron James, who also played alongside Haslem and Wade during their time with the Heat, chimed in with congratulatory words, saying, “👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾!!! CONGRATS MY BROTHER!!!!! 🙏🏾✊🏾🤎👑“.

Dwyane Wade, who had a remarkable partnership with Haslem during their time with the Miami Heat, commented on the post, calling him “My brother!!!! Real One Out 🫡“. Wade’s heartfelt words exemplified the profound friendship they shared throughout their careers.

A legendary farewell for Udonis Haslem

Throughout his 20-year-long career, entirely with the Miami Heat, Haslem displayed unwavering loyalty and commitment to the team.

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The “Real One” solidified himself as one of the best role players and veterans in NBA history. Though his playtime decreased with age, Haslem was still indispensable to the Heat. After all, he was still a prominent leader in the locker room. His impact on the team was far more important than his stats. Over the years, he earned the love and respect of his team and the fans.

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The heartfelt messages from Dwyane Wade and LeBron James are priceless. It is an example of the lasting bonds formed on and off the court. However, as the curtains close on Haslem’s playing days, his impact as an NBA legend and a true friend will continue to shine brightly.