Nothing seems to slow down Dwyane Wade—not even his cancer recovery. The Hall of Famer has been making waves with multiple podcast appearances, including a stop at TODAY With Jenna & Friends. But recently, he was back in his natural habitat—the basketball court. He was spotted courtside at the Unrivaled semifinals, watching an intense showdown between Laces and Rose.

Surprisingly, Wade’s night got even better when he ran into his longtime friend, three-time WNBA champion, Candace Parker. The two share a deep mutual respect, but that didn’t stop them from bringing a little heat to the arena. As soon as they locked eyes, the energy shifted—trash talk started flying, and neither backed down.

But don’t get it twisted—this wasn’t a real feud. Instead, Wade and Parker were just doing what they do best: debating hoops. The argument? Who would take the W in a one-on-one showdown? Wade even took the moment to Instagram, writing, “This is what we do! Talk s—.” Not to be outdone, Parker re-shared his post, adding, “I love this dude ❤😂.” Clearly, their friendship thrives on competitive banter.

Yet, beneath all the jokes, Wade has never shied away from praising Parker’s legacy. When she led the Chicago Sky to a championship in 2021, he took to X to give her flowers.

“LEGEND!!!!! @Candace_Parker went back home and got that chip!!! Congrats to @chicagosky on winning y’all first,” Wade posted.

However, they both enjoyed a nail-biter, with Rose came out on top with a 63-57 victory. So from the Unrivaled semifinals to their courtside debates, Wade and Parker’s bond remains unshakable.

Dwyane Wade is a Candace Parker fan

After wrapping up her legendary playing career in 2024, Candace Parker wasted no time stepping into a new chapter. Adidas quickly brought the two-time MVP on board, handing her the reins to lead their women’s basketball division. It was a fitting move for someone who has spent years shaping the game, both on and off the court.

Upon hearing the news, Dwyane Wade didn’t hesitate to show love. He shared a photo of Parker on his Instagram story, dubbing her “The Godmother.” But this wasn’t just a one-time shoutout—Wade has been one of Parker’s biggest supporters for years. Whether it’s her dominance in the WNBA or her impact beyond the game, he’s always made sure to give her flowers.

Back in 2021, Wade was among the first to celebrate Parker’s homecoming success. After 13 seasons with the LA Sparks, she returned to Chicago and wasted no time making history. In her very first season with the Sky, Parker led the franchise to its first-ever championship, solidifying her legacy as one of the all-time greats.

Following that victory, Wade took to X (formerly Twitter) to hype up his longtime friend. “LEGEND!!!!! @Candace_Parker went back home and got that chip!!! Congrats to @chicagosky on winning y’all first,” he wrote, proving once again that he’ll always be in Parker’s corner.