On Saturday, retiring superstar Dwyane Wade played his last game in his hometown, as the Chicago Bulls hosted the Miami Heat. The home crowd gave Wade a rousing ovation, to which the Chicago native was very appreciative.
Walking out of the chicagobulls arena tonite with this beauty by my side. The love in that building was so freaking dope. Thank you to everyone who made my last game in the United Center… https://t.co/V6HaWw4sAm
— DWade (@DwyaneWade) January 20, 2019
The love in Chicago was like no other. Thank you!!!! https://t.co/HGx0Aab8j1
— DWade (@DwyaneWade) January 20, 2019
Wade famously played one season for the Bulls a couple of years back, and actually had a pretty good season for his home city. Wade averaged 18.3 points 0.8 three-pointers, 4.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.4 steals, and 0.7 blocks in one season with Chicago.
On Saturday night, however, he was on the opposing team, and Wade helped his Heat hand the struggling Bulls another home defeat, 117-103. The 37-year-old scored 14 points (on 5-of-11 shooting), and also chipped in two three-pointers, 10 rebounds, and seven assists in what will surely be one of the most memorable nights of his farewell tour.
However, it was Heat guard Josh Richardson who was the star of the evening, as he dropped a game-high 26 points on a very efficient 10-of-15 from the field, along with four three-pointers, three rebounds, and two assists.
It was a much needed win for the Heat on Saturday, as they were able to snap a two-game losing streak. Wade an co. will face the Boston Celtics on Monday as they conclude their four-game road trip.
The Heat are currently at the seventh spot in the East with a 22-22 record, and are looking to put together a string of victories as they hope to secure their Playoff hopes for this season.
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