Apart from the fierce competition on the court, NBA is all about brotherhood and respect outside of it. To prove that point, LeBron James recently took to Twitter to celebrate the upcoming induction into the Hall of Fame for Dwyane Wade. This comes years after the two became one of the most feared duos in the NBA and dominated the league for 4 seasons. However, it could have all ended up pretty badly due to James’ daring act after the infamous 2011 NBA Finals loss.
The emotional clip shared by the Miami Heat showcased a montage of legends and peers congratulating Wade on this significant milestone.
A touching tribute to a Hall of Fame-bound Dwyane Wade
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LeBron James and Dwyane Wade are two polarizing names in the NBA. As one is taking his much-deserved place in the coveted HoF, the other is also a first ballet choice when his time comes. They played with and against one another and there is a strong brotherhood between them.
While Dwyane Wade is entering the illustrious Hall of Fame, everyone from the NBA community is excited and they all shared their messages. The proud Miami Heat shared a compilation of these messages on Twitter. Moreover, LeBron also retweeted that with a special message.
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James’ message reverberated through the basketball community, as he exclaimed, “YESSIR!!!!! HEAT NATION? STAND UP!! STANDING OVATION!!!!CONGRATULATIONS @DwyaneWade LOVE YOU BROTHER!!”
YESSIR!!!!! HEAT NATION 🔥 STAND UP!! STANDING OVATION 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾!!!! CONGRATULATIONS @DwyaneWade LOVE YOU BROTHER!! https://t.co/OC0Sxnf9dO
— LeBron James (@KingJames) August 10, 2023
This heartfelt expression of joy and pride showcased the profound respect and admiration LeBron holds for his dear friend and former teammate. He said in the clip, “I know you’re going in into the Hall as a basketball player. But more importantly, bro what you’ve done as a man, as a father, as a businessman, goes beyond the hall.” However, these two have a lot of history together on the court, too.
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The Unforgettable 2011 NBA Finals and a Crazy Escapade
In a candid interview with Rachel Nichols, Dwyane Wade shared a surprising anecdote about LeBron James that highlights the intense emotions surrounding their 2011 Finals loss.
Planning a vacation after the Finals, Wade and James found themselves grappling with the unforeseen defeat. Amidst the disappointment, a quirky and slightly crazy incident unfolded. Standing on a balcony, LeBron James contemplated the depth of a pool below. Without hesitation, he took a daring leap from the balcony into the water. Nichols rightfully noted that such a daring act could have resulted in a career-ending injury.
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As Dwyane Wade prepares to enter the prestigious Hall of Fame, LeBron James’s words show the bond between the two. From the bitter disappointment of the 2011 NBA Finals to the triumphs that followed, they share an amazing journey.