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Dwyane Wade discusses therapy after retirement from basketball

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Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Dwyane Wade discusses therapy after retirement from basketball
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Dwyane Wade spoke about his experiences with therapy following his retirement from basketball, stating he initially resisted the idea because he believed it wasn't for him. He expressed that basketball served as an emotional outlet, allowing him to express aggression in ways he cannot in everyday life. Wade emphasized the importance of finding an emotional outlet post-retirement, demonstrating a shift in his perspective on mental health. This reflection was shared during an interview published on June 21, 2026.

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  • •Dwyane Wade retired from basketball and began therapy.
  • •He previously resisted therapy, thinking it wasn't for him.
  • •Wade described basketball as his emotional outlet.
  • •He highlighted the need for emotional expression after retirement.
  • •Interview published on June 21, 2026.
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