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  Newsvine - Dwyane Wade Returns to Action for Heat
MIAMI — Dwyane Wade is back on the floor with the Miami Heat, just in time for the defending NBA champions to begin gearing up for the playoffs.
Wade was not available for comment before the game, and Heat coach Pat Riley said in his pregame availability that Wade would be a "game-time" decision.
A week ago, Wade said that he hoped to play in "a game or two" before the playoffs open on the weekend of April 21, but later suggested that he would like to play in more games — provided his shoulder responded well to practices and contact.
www.newsvine.com /_news/2007/04/08/654142-dwyane-wade-returns-to-action-for-heat   (442 words)

  
 Dwyane Wade - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dwyane Wade was born on the south side of Chicago, to Dwyane Sr.
Dwyane Wade was also a notable track star in high school.
Dwyane Wade is known for his ability to hit lay-ups even after hard mid-air collisions with defenders.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dwyane_Wade   (3034 words)

  
 AskMen.com - Dwyane Wade pictures
Regarded as one of the most dynamic superstars in the NBA today, Dwyane Wade's first year as a professional basketball player was slightly obscured by the hype surrounding the signing of two other newcomers in the 2003-04 season, namely LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony.
Wade ultimately surpassed his rival rookies in terms of statistics and popularity, and became the first of the trio to win an NBA Finals MVP award after helping lead the Miami Heat to victory in 2006.
Dwyane Wade is generally regarded as an all-around good guy who donates 10% of his multimillion-dollar salary to a ministry located in Chicago and actively supports literacy programs.
www.askmen.com /men/sports_60/88b_dwyane_wade.html   (1192 words)

  
 How good is Dwyane Wade? - The Edge your source for Free Sports Picks, Casino Bonuses and Poker Freerolls   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Wade, who scored 36 points in the series-clinching victory, averaged 34.7 points, 7.8 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.67 steals per game in the finals.
In his first postseason appearance, Wade showed signs that he was made for the playoffs as he helped the Heat reach the conference semifinals where they were eliminated by the Indiana Pacers in six games.
Wade was overshadowed by LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony in the 2003 NBA Draft class.
theoffshoreedge.com /forum/main-forum/6051-how-good-dwyane-wade.html   (880 words)

  
 Newsvine - Dwyane Wade: Breaking Out
Wade slices through defenses like a samurai sword in a Tarantino movie—he can break through a double or a triple team on a whim, sink one from mid-range or drive hard to the basket and rattle the rim.
Wade is the only pick from this much ballyhooed draft class to lead his team to playoff success.
Wade is flush with endorsements but the release of “The Wade,” his signature shoe from Converse puts Dwyane in the rarified heel space of the NBA elite following in the footsteps of luminaries like Julius Irving, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and his airness Michael Jordan.
dojc.newsvine.com /_news/2006/02/16/99091-dwyane-wade-breaking-out   (1150 words)

  
 Dwyane Wade Interview - InsideHoops
Dwyane Wade: In the beginning of the year, coming in, playing a new position, it was a big adjustment for me, going to the point guard, and I was trying to be that point guard.
Dwyane Wade: I expected it, because I knew I was going to come in and work hard, and I knew they wouldn't have drafted me as the fifth pick if they weren't expecting me to come in and play, so I did expect it, and I wanted it, and it happened.
Dwyane Wade: It's just the adjustment that you have to make, going from college - including myself - going from college being the main option, number one scorer, to coming here, and you have to learn what shot to pick, when to pick it.
www.insidehoops.com /dwyane-wade-interview-123103.shtml   (747 words)

  
 Dwayne Wade Biography | Dwayne | Marquette | Miami Heat | Pictures | Photos | Pics | Wife | Swingman | Shaquille O'Neal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Dwyane Wade didn't play in his freshman year at college because of poor grades, but he worked hard and became a team leader for Marquette over the next two years.
Dwyane Wade was picked fifth overall in the 2003 NBA Draft by the Miami Heat and was on his way to NBA stardom.
Dwyane Wade was born on January 17, 1982.
www.kidzworld.com /article/5413-dwyane-wade-biography   (369 words)

  
 Bobcats spoil Dwyane Wade's big return - Boston.com
As Dwyane Wade walked onto Miami's home court for the first time in 6 1/2 weeks, Charlotte coach Bernie Bickerstaff called timeout, deflating what was a raucous greeting from the Heat crowd.
MIAMI --As Dwyane Wade walked onto Miami's home court for the first time in 6 1/2 weeks, Charlotte coach Bernie Bickerstaff called timeout, deflating what was a raucous greeting from the Heat crowd.
Wade found Kapono for a 3-pointer to end the scoring in the third, and out of Miami's five unanswered baskets early in the fourth, Wade scored one and had assists on three others, pulling the Heat into a 78-all tie.
www.boston.com /sports/basketball/articles/2007/04/08/bobcats_spoil_dwyane_wades_big_return   (948 words)

  
 Dwyane Wade - HoopsVibe
Dwyane couldn’t use the phone at his house, so the only time he could talk to Siohvaughn was at her mother, Darlene’s, house.
Dwyane Wade, also known as "Flash" or "D-Wade", is the All-Star guard of the 2005-06 NBA Champion Miami Heat.
Dwyane Wade is known for his outstanding athleticism and his ability to score the basketball.
www.hoopsvibe.com /nba/nba-players/dwyane-wade-ar21229.html   (2282 words)

  
 Dwyane Wade Biography
Dwyane Wade was born in 1982 on the South side of Chicago.
Dwyane Wade's strong play in the tournament caused his NBA Draft standing to increase significantly, and he subsequently elected to forgo his senior year at Marquette.
Wade's scoring average, assists, and rebounding totals increased considerably in his second season with the Heat, and he quickly emerged as a rising superstar in the league.
www.the-planets.com /star-biography/Dwyane-Wade-Biography.htm   (951 words)

  
 JockBio: Dwyane Wade Biography
Dwyane was able to deal with his shortcomings on the hardwood thanks in part to his girlfriend, Siohvaughn.
Dwyane’s sparkling playoff performance helped convince Riley and the rest of management that the Heat were perhaps one impact player away from contending for the NBA title.
Dwyane’s outside shot is good enough that he no longer can be left alone on the perimeter, which gives him the opportunity to beat his man off the dribble.
www.jockbio.com /Bios/Wade/Wade_bio.html   (3881 words)

  
 Miami Heat draft Dwyane Wade
Wade was Miami's highest draft pick since the HEAT selected Steve Smith with the fifth pick of the 1991 NBA Draft and the highest draftee in school history.
Wade, who played collegiately for two seasons before becoming an early entry candidate after his junior year, became the first Marquette player since 1978 to be named a First Team All-American by the Associated Press.
Wade is the fourth Marquette player to be selected in the first-round of the NBA Draft joining Dean Meminger (1971 by New York), Bo Ellis (1977 by Washington) and Butch Lee (1978 by Atlanta).
www.insidehoops.com /heat-draft-062703.shtml   (641 words)

  
 NBA Draft.net -- Dwyane Wade profile
Weakness: Wade is dangerously close to being a combo guard.
Wade's ball handling could stand to be improved if he is to play some point guard in the NBA...
Wade has the benefit of long arms which allow him to play big for his size...
nbadraft.net /profiles/dwyanewade.htm   (311 words)

  
 cbs4.com - Miami's Not-So Secret Weapon -- Dwyane Wade
Wade -- whose averages were hurt by a no-point, no-assist, six-minute showing in Chicago on Wednesday when he sprained his right wrist -- is averaging 27.5 points and 7.8 assists for the Heat.
Wade has spent the season alternating between both guard positions, something Riley didn't want but is necessary while starting point guard Jason Williams recovers from off-season knee surgery that has limited his time.
Some of Wade's passes in that win were spectacular, like the behind-the-backer in the lane to set Dorell Wright up for an early dunk, and another behind-the-back one to Gary Payton for a 3-pointer that helped the Heat pull away in the second half.
cbs4.com /sports/local_story_363071810.html   (741 words)

  
 Dwyane Wade returns to Heat lineup - Boston.com
Dwyane Wade was set to return to the Miami Heat lineup for Saturday night's game against the Memphis Grizzlies after missing two games following dental surgery.
After missing Miami's loss at home to Phoenix on Wednesday, Wade did not travel with the team to Washington for Friday night's loss to the Wizards because doctors were concerned about the risks he'd take by flying, including the possibility that the infection in his jaw could spread elsewhere.
Riley said he was hopeful Wade would be cleared to fly for the Heat's next road game, Wednesday at Milwaukee.
www.boston.com /sports/basketball/articles/2006/12/16/dwyane_wade_returns_to_heat_lineup   (210 words)

  
 .: Dwyane Wade Foundation :.
By sheer numbers alone, the Dwyane Wade Basketball Camp is a huge success, attracting 600 participants, the majority from his hometown of Robbins, to Eisenhower High School all week long.
Even if Wade didn't involve himself in many of the shooting or dribbling drills, his presence delighted the kids, especially those from Robbins who see the 6-foot-4 point guard as living proof to a better life.
Wade is hotter than South Beach, attracting as much attention off the court as on it with a growing endorsement list.
www.dwyanewadefoundation.org   (685 words)

  
 Dwyane Wade : USAToday.com - Dwyane Wade Biography from USAToday.com
Dwyane Wade did not report any problems with his shoulder after Sunday's game against the Raptors.
ET Wearing a fl sleeve to protect his dislocated shoulder, Dwyane Wade played his first game since Feb. 21 on Sunday against Toronto and had 12 points, eight assists and six turnovers.
ET Dwyane Wade (shoulder) is on the active lineup Sunday against Charlotte and is expected to come off the bench.
fantasybasketball.usatoday.com /content/player.asp?sport=NBA&id=931   (398 words)

  
 Dwyane Wade biography, Dwyane Wade picture, Dwyane Wade photo, Dwyane Wade NBA
Wade recorded a triple-double in the contest in which Marquette upset the heavily favored Wildcats 83-69 and propelled the Golden Eagles into the final four.
Dwyane Wade’s 2006 playoff performance is starting to garner comparisons to other NBA greats.
Dwyane Wade didn’t make his varsity team until is Junior year of high school, and even then he didn’t have out of this world stats.
www.bullz-eye.com /sports/athletes/dwyane_wade.htm   (716 words)

  
 Dwyane Wade Was Afraid but Never Doubted He Could Save Heat's Season - Business - RedOrbit
Wade was nervous in Game 3 with a season's worth of consequences, and all he does is save the season.
For example, Wade soared in to grab the rebound on Nowitzki's free-throw miss with three seconds left as Shaquille O'Neal sat and James Posey had trouble keeping Jerry Stackhouse away from a crushing tap-in.
Wade has just finished postgame interviews at the podium, and he gets up with a grimace and a groan.
www.redorbit.com /news/business/538803/dwyane_wade_was_afraid_but_never_doubted_he_could_save/index.html   (857 words)

  
 ABC News: Dwyane Wade Reaches Superstar Status   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade (3) blocks a shot by Houston Rockets' Chuck Hayes (44) during the first half of the basketball game in Miami Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006.
Dwyane Wade or "Wade, Inc." as he referred to himself, albeit only half-seriously is everywhere.
Wade averaged 27.2 points, 6.7 assists and 5.8 rebounds last season, then averaged 34.7 points in the finals against Dallas.
abcnews.go.com /Sports/wireStory?id=2606355&CMP=OTC-RSSFeeds0312   (325 words)

  
 DimeMag.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Dwyane showed up to Heat training camp bigger and stronger and with a new pull-up jumper off the bounce and tighter ball-handling skills.
Dwyane’s assault on the Wizards in Round Two was borderline abusive.
Dwyane has done his homework on the ins and outs of Converse’s “The Wade” — he speaks of the science and technology of the shoe with such a passion, you would think he had actually designed it himself in the lab.
www.dimemag.com /feature.asp?id=1861   (2026 words)

  
 Dwyane Wade Returns to Action for Heat - Examiner.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade, recovering from a shoulder injury, watches from the bench during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Thursday, April 5, 2007, in Cleveland.
MIAMI (Map, News) - Dwyane Wade is back on the floor with the Miami Heat, just in time for the defending NBA champions to begin gearing up for the playoffs.
A week ago, Wade said that he hoped to play in "a game or two" before the playoffs open on the weekend of April 21, but later suggested that he would like to play in more games - provided his shoulder responded well to practices and contact.
www.examiner.com /a-663127~Dwyane_Wade_Returns_to_Action_for_Heat.html?cid=rss-Sports   (648 words)

  
 Story - This Wade to New Orleans
Wade didn't let go of the thing until his teammates snipped the Metrodome nets from the rims and returned to the locker room.
Wade didn't do much, just overpower helpless and hapless Kentucky -- and when was the last time you've seen those two words near Big Blue -- with his first career triple-double.
Wade finished with 29 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists, four blocks, one steal and an array of Rucker Park-quality slams.
sports.espn.go.com /ncb/ncaatourney03/story?id=1531294   (935 words)

  
 Dwyane Wade Biography from Who2.com
After only three years in the NBA, guard Dwyane Wade led the Miami Heat to the 2006 championship and was drawing comparisons to basketball legend Michael Jordan.
Wade grew up around Chicago, Illinois and was a stand-out player at Richards High School in Oak Lawn.
Wade, considered an undersized guard at 6' 4", averaged 35 minutes and 16.2 points per game in his first season with the Heat.
who2.com /ask/dwyanewade.html   (232 words)

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