Dwyane Wade's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Dwyane Wade. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Dwyane Wade, a co-owner of the Utah Jazz and host of 'The Cube', is celebrated as one of the NBA's greatest shooting guards. Primarily with the Miami Heat during his 16-year career, he secured three NBA championships. His accolades include 13 NBA All-Star selections, eight All-NBA Team selections, and three All-Defensive Team honors. Wade holds Miami's franchise records for points, games played, assists, steals, shots made, and shots taken.

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1976: Posted at Least 40 Points

Early in the 2008-09 season, Wade became the second player in NBA history to post at least 40 points, 10 assists, and five blocks in a single game since Alvan Adams in 1976–77.

1978: First All-America First Team since 1978

In 2003, Wade was named to the All-America First Team by the Associated Press (AP), making him the first basketball player from Marquette to receive the distinction since 1978.

2000: The US won claimed gold medal honors

At the 2008 Summer Olympics, the United States claimed gold medal honors for the first time since 2000.

2004: Free-Throw Attempts Leader

Dwyane Wade ranked first in free-throw attempts per 48 minutes in 2004–05.

2004: Named to All-Rookie Team

In 2004, Dwyane Wade earned a unanimous selection to the NBA All-Rookie Team and finished third in Rookie of the Year voting.

2004: Member of the 2004 Olympic Team

In 2004, Dwyane Wade was a member of the Olympic team, which won a bronze medal in Athens.

2005: Elected to All-Star Game

During the 2005–06 season, Dwyane Wade was elected to the All-Star Game as a starter. During 30 minutes of play, he put up 20 points on 9-of-11 field goals.

2005: Featured on People's 50 Most Beautiful People

In 2005, Dwyane Wade was featured on People's 50 Most Beautiful People.

2006: NBA Finals MVP Award

After winning the NBA Finals MVP Award in 2006, Dwyane Wade developed a reputation as one of the league's premier clutch players.

2006: The US lost to Spain

At the 2008 Summer Olympics, the United States beat Spain, the 2006 World champions.

2006: Won First NBA Championship and Finals MVP

In 2006, Dwyane Wade led the Miami Heat to their first NBA Championship and was named the NBA Finals MVP.

2006: Participation in the 2006 FIBA World Championship

In 2006, Dwyane Wade played in the FIBA World Championship in Japan, averaging 19.3 points per game. The U.S. national team won a bronze medal.

February 3, 2007: Marquette Retired Wade's Jersey

On February 3, 2007, Marquette retired Dwyane Wade's No. 3 jersey, making an exception to the graduation requirement.

2007: Named to Esquire's Best Dressed Men in the World List

In 2007, Esquire named Dwyane Wade to their fourth annual Best Dressed Men in the World list for the second straight year.

2008: Led the Redeem Team to Olympic Gold

At the 2008 Summer Olympics, Dwyane Wade led the United States men's basketball team, known as the "Redeem Team," in scoring and helped them capture the gold medal.

2008: Gold Medal at 2008 Summer Olympics

At the 2008 Summer Olympics, the United States, with Dwyane Wade leading the team in scoring with 27 points in the final game against Spain, captured the gold medal. Wade averaged a team-high 16 points in 18 minutes on 67% field goal shooting during the tournament.

2008: Won Olympic Gold

In 2008, after months of rehab, Dwyane Wade helped the U.S. National Team win gold at the Olympics, leading the team in scoring.

2009: Recorded 10,000th Career Point

On November 1, 2009, Dwyane Wade recorded his 10,000th career point during a 95–87 victory over the Chicago Bulls.

2010: Playoff percentage since 2010

Dwayne Wade averaged 19.1 points in the 2014 playoffs with 52 percent shooting, his best playoff percentage since 2010.

2010: Named NBA All-Star Game MVP

Dwyane Wade appeared in the 2010 NBA All-Star Game, where he was named the game's MVP with 28 points, 11 assists, six rebounds, and five steals.

February 26, 2012: Recorded All-Star Game Triple-Double

On February 26, 2012, Dwyane Wade recorded the third triple-double in the history of the All-Star Game, posting 24 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, joining Jordan and James.

2012: Won Back-to-Back Championships, First Title

Dwyane Wade, with LeBron James and Chris Bosh, won back-to-back NBA championships in 2012 and 2013 with the Miami Heat.

2013: Won Back-to-Back Championships, Second Title

Dwyane Wade, with LeBron James and Chris Bosh, won back-to-back NBA championships in 2012 and 2013 with the Miami Heat.

2014: Playoff Performance and NBA Finals Loss

In 2014, Dwyane Wade played in the playoffs with increased minutes, contributing a 28-point game against the Brooklyn Nets and a 23-point game against Indiana in the Eastern Finals. The Miami Heat advanced to their fourth straight NBA Finals but lost to the San Antonio Spurs in five games. Wade averaged 19.1 points in the playoffs with 52 percent shooting, his best playoff percentage since 2010.

January 6, 2019: Milestone Achievement

On January 6, 2019, Dwyane Wade became the third player in NBA history to record at least 20,000 points, 5,000 assists, 4,000 rebounds, 1,500 steals, 800 blocks, and 500 three-pointers.

January 7, 2020: Jersey Retirement Announcement

On January 7, 2020, the Miami Heat announced that Dwyane Wade's No. 3 jersey would be retired on February 22.

2020: Included in Time's 100 Most Influential People

Dwyane Wade was included in Time's list of the 100 most influential people of 2020.

2020: Miami Heat Retired Wade's Jersey

In 2020, the Miami Heat retired Dwyane Wade's #3 jersey as a tribute to his contributions to the team.

October 2021: Purchased Stake in Utah Jazz and Named to NBA 75th Anniversary Team

In 2021, Dwyane Wade purchased a minority ownership stake in the Utah Jazz and was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team in October 2021, honoring him as one of the league's greatest players.

2021: Purchased Stake in Utah Jazz and Named to NBA 75th Anniversary Team

In 2021, Dwyane Wade purchased a minority ownership stake in the Utah Jazz and was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team in October 2021, honoring him as one of the league's greatest players.

2022: Named 28th Greatest Player in NBA History

In 2022, The Athletic ranked their top 75 players of all time to commemorate the NBA's 75th Anniversary, naming Dwyane Wade as the 28th greatest player in NBA history.