Is Dwyane Wade better than LeBron James?

Statistically, Dwyane Wade is a better defender than LeBron James—he blocks more shots and steals more. However, James has the unique ability to guard four different positions. He completely shut down the league's MVP, Derrick Rose, in the playoffs.
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Why is Wade better than LeBron James?

Wade is a dominating offensive talent who can take over the game at any moment. In addition, Wade is arguably the best in the league at getting into the lane and finishing plays. Offensively, Wade has the deadly post-up game that LeBron lacks, and is only slightly behind in terms of playmaking and passing ability.
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Is Dwyane Wade one of the best?

Wade is generally considered the greatest player in franchise history. He helped the Heat win their first championship in 2006 and later teamed with LeBron James and Chris Bosh to win two more in 2012 and 2013. Wade was a 16-time NBA All-Star and retired as the Heat's all-time career scoring leader.
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Was Dwyane Wade the best player?

68. Wade is easily the most decorated player in franchise history, winning three championships and being the franchise's all-time leading scorer. Here's what Sporting News had to say: "In 2011, John Hollinger made the case that D-Wade's 2006 run was the single most dominant Finals performance in NBA history.
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Will Dwyane Wade be a Hall of Famer?

Wade had a legendary career, and he's a lock to become a first-ballot Hall-of-Famer once he's eligible for induction in 2023. However, his career was nearly over before it even began.
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Why is Dwayne Wade the best?

There aren't many players that utilize their athleticism on defense as well as Wade. We already know that he's a lockdown individual defender and an even better team defender, but Wade is also notorious for his shot-blocking ability which goes unmatched by any guard in history aside from Michael Jordan.
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Is Dwyane Wade top 10?

At this point in his career he is undoubtedly one of the top-10, anywhere in the seven-to-10 range. If past success is a measure of how the remainder of his career will turn out, Wade could well sit in the top three-to-five when he finally hangs up his jersey.
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Is Dwyane Wade Top 75?

Dwyane Wade still can't believe that he is in the NBA's 75th Anniversary Team. The former Heat legend was also one of the top 75 players in league history to be honored in the NBA's 75th Anniversary Team.
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Is LeBron the greatest of all time?

LeBron came in at No. 2 on The Athletic's list, trailing only Michael Jordan. LeBron is, according to The Athletic's voting panel of NBA experts, the second-greatest player ever. Which makes him, arguably, the greatest ever.
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Who is the most clutch player in NBA history?

Most Clutch NBA Players of All Time
  • Dolph Schayes, Forward-Center.
  • Rick Barry, Small Forward. ...
  • James Worthy, Power Forward. ...
  • Shaquille O'Neal, Center. ...
  • Stephen Curry, Point Guard. ...
  • John Havlicek, Small Forward-Shooting Guard. ...
  • Ray Allen, Shooting Guard. ...
  • Robert Horry, Forward. They call him "Big Shot Rob" for a reason. ...
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Who is statistically the most clutch NBA player?

Ranking The 20 Most Clutch Players In NBA History: Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, And Larry Bird Were Masters Late In Games
  • Shaquille O'Neal.
  • Robert Horry.
  • Dwyane Wade.
  • Reggie Miller.
  • Joe Johnson. From 2008-2017, Johnson recorded eight buzzer-beaters, which was the most among the NBA. ...
  • Jerry West.
  • Tim Duncan.
  • Ray Allen.
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How much did wade average with LeBron?

Dwyane Wade averaged 22.4 points, 5.3 rebounds and 4.7 assists in 239 games for the Heat with LeBron James in his career. Not what you're looking for?
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What year did LeBron go to Miami?

James officially signed with the Heat on July 10, 2010, through a sign-and-trade deal which sent two second and two first round draft picks to the Cavaliers and gave the team the option to swap first round picks with the Heat in 2012.
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What was Dwyane Wade best at?

At age 32, Dwyane Wade already has Hall of Fame-worthy accomplishments. Three-time champion, NBA Finals MVP, 10x All-Star, All-Star MVP (2010), 8x All-NBA player, 3x All-Defensive Second Team player, and an NBA scoring champion. Wade is the only player under 6'6” with more than 600 blocks.
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Who are the best 75 NBA players of all time?

NBA's 75 greatest players of all time: The complete list
  • Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. ...
  • Ray Allen. ...
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo. ...
  • Carmelo Anthony. ...
  • Nate Archibald. ...
  • Paul Arizin. ...
  • Charles Barkley. ...
  • Rick Barry.
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Why is Dwyane Wade spelled like that?

Dwyane's parents intended his name to be spelled “Dwayne.” However, the spelling was messed up on his birth certificate. Dwyane's parents didn't want to go through the trouble and lengthy process of legally changing the spelling, so they decided to let it ride.
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Was Dwyane Wade in his prime with LeBron?

Wade continued, “and LeBron was in his(prime), but I wasn't in mine anymore. And it would have made it tough to keep going … my body was going through so much, so I felt like it ended when it should have, Jalen. I felt like we had an amazing run, and we had an amazing college experience.
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Is Steph Curry a Hall of Famer?

Michael Jordan said Steph Curry is NOT a Hall of Famer yet. Yikes. Well, Curry was, and he admitted it was the first thing he asked Jordan about in the interview.
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Will LeBron James make the Hall of Fame?

Yes, LeBron James is a first-ballot Hall of Famer right now.
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Who is eligible for the NBA Hall of Fame in 2023?

Players are eligible for the Hall of Fame after they have been fully retired from play for at least three years. Only players with at least 50 career Win Shares are displayed.
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