In a recent revelation, NBA legend Dwyane Wade shared fascinating details about his career. As reported on Twitter, Wade confessed that he was on the verge of leaving the Miami Heat in 2010 until a pivotal phone call from LeBron James changed the course of NBA history.
The Tweet read,
“DWade says he almost left the Miami Heat until LeBron called: “I was actually leaving Miami at that time. I didn’t think that nobody out there that we could get was going to help us get to that level… Then I got the call from number 6.””
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Dwyane Wade’s Initial Plans
Dwyane Wade had been contemplating his future with the Miami Heat after the team’s performance in the 2009-2010 season. He felt that the Heat were not in a position to contend for a championship and was considering other options. His hometown team, the Chicago Bulls, led by Derrick Rose, seemed like a promising destination for Wade to continue his career and pursue a title.
LeBron’s Game-Changing Call
However, everything changed when Wade received a call from LeBron James, who was also exploring his options in free agency. LeBron informed Wade that he was planning to join the Miami Heat, and together, they could form a formidable trio with Chris Bosh. This call convinced Dwyane Wade to stay with the Heat and pursue a championship with LeBron and Bosh.
Formation of the “Big Three”
The decision to stay in Miami led to the formation of the “Big Three” with LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh. This trio would go on to make four consecutive NBA Finals appearances from 2011 to 2014, winning back-to-back championships in 2012 and 2013. Their partnership is considered one of the most successful in NBA history and set the stage for player empowerment in the league.
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