Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade's bronze statue outside Kaseya Center has been updated with a new facial likeness after the original 2024 unveiling drew widespread online criticism.
The franchise's all-time leading scorer, a three-time NBA champion, 13-time All-Star and Basketball Hall of Fame member, acknowledged the jokes and memes about the statue in a Substack post. Wade said he heard the feedback and worked with sculptors to make adjustments, hoping the updated version better resembles him while still representing the community.
The statue commemorates Wade's iconic 2009 moment when he hit a game-winning shot against the Chicago Bulls in double overtime, stood on a courtside table and declared "This is my house." The original statue debuted on the 21st anniversary of his first game with the Heat.
Wade previously downplayed the need for an exact likeness, calling it an artistic version of a moment. However, he expressed pride in being among the few players honored with a statue outside an arena, emphasizing the collective effort behind the tribute.
The Miami Heat shared a closer look at the enhancements on social media on October 30, 2026, showcasing the refined facial features.
