Dwyane Wade
Inducted:
2023

Player Stats
Born:
6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
220 lb (100 kg)
Died:
January 17, 1982
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Position:
Shooting guard
College:
Marquette (2001–2003)
Dwyane Wade is one of the greatest shooting guards in NBA history, known for his explosive athleticism, clutch performances, and leadership on and off the court.
Drafted 5th overall by the Miami Heat in 2003, Wade quickly became the franchise cornerstone. In just his third season, he led Miami to its first NBA championship, earning Finals MVP honors in 2006.
Over a 16-season career, mostly with the Heat, he won three NBA titles (2006, 2012, 2013) and was a 13-time NBA All-Star. Wade was renowned for his fearless drives, mid-range mastery, and elite shot-blocking for a guard. Off the court, he became a respected voice on social issues and a successful entrepreneur.
Wade retired in 2019 as Miami’s all-time leader in points, assists, and steals. His No. 3 jersey was retired by the Heat, and he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2023, solidifying his legacy as a modern NBA icon.
Wade's Awards and Records
- 3 retired by Miami Heat
- Consensus first-team All-American (2003)
- Third-team All-American – SN (2002)
- Conference USA Player of the Year (2003)
- 2× First-team All-Conference USA (2002, 2003)
- 3 retired by Marquette Golden Eagles
NBA Records
- 3× NBA champion (2006, 2012, 2013)
- NBA Finals MVP (2006)
- 13× NBA All-Star (2005–2016, 2019)
- NBA All-Star Game MVP (2010)
- 2× All-NBA First Team (2009, 2010)
- 3× All-NBA Second Team (2005, 2006, 2011)
- 3× All-NBA Third Team (2007, 2012, 2013)
- 3× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2005, 2009, 2010)
- NBA scoring champion (2009)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (2004)
- NBA 75th Anniversary Team
Coaching Career Teams
Miami Heat 2003–2016
Chicago Bulls 2016–2017
Cleveland Cavaliers 2017–2018
Miami Heat 2018–2019
NBA draft:
2003: 1st round, 5th overall pick
Miami Heat 2018–2019
Numbers Worn:
3, 9
Career Stats
Career Seasons
16
Games Played
1,054
Points Per Game
22.0
Rebounds Per Game
4.7
Assists Per Game
5.4
Steals Per Game
1.5
Blocks Per Game
0.8
Field Goal %
48.0%
3-Point %
29.3%
Free Throw %
76.5%
Player Efficiency Rating (PER)
23.5
Win Shares
120.7