Miami Heat unveil updated Dwyane Wade statue after criticism
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 5:14 PM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
The Miami Heat revealed an updated version of the Dwyane Wade statue at the Kaseya Center on October 30, 2026. The original statue, inaugurated at the start of the 2024-25 season, faced widespread criticism for its likeness to Wade. The redesigned statue features a new head and face, closely resembling the former player. This update comes as the Heat aim to improve their early-season performance, having recently recorded their first win with Giannis Antetokounmpo on the roster. Wade, regarded as the greatest player in franchise history, now has a statue that reflects his contribution to the team.
- •The updated statue was unveiled on October 30, 2026.
- •Original statue was criticized for poor likeness to Wade.
- •Wade approved the redesign, aiming for better resemblance.
- •The Heat recently secured their first win of the season.
- •Wade is considered the greatest player in Heat history.
- 5:59 PMESPN — Heat unveil updated Wade statue after original's face was panned
- 4:18 PMYahoo Sports — The Heat fixed their terrible Dwyane Wade statue, and it actually looks like him now
"The before and after of the Dwyane Wade statue is shocking.
"Dwyane Wade has a new face -- on his statue.
Sources
External links- ESPNOct 30, 2026, 5:59 PMHeat unveil updated Wade statue after original's face was panned
Dwyane Wade has a new face -- on his statue.
- Yahoo SportsOct 30, 2026, 4:18 PMThe Heat fixed their terrible Dwyane Wade statue, and it actually looks like him now
The before and after of the Dwyane Wade statue is shocking.
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