The Miami Heat have unveiled a redesigned statue of Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade after the original version faced widespread mockery for its lack of resemblance to the former NBA star.
The team released photos of the new statue on Friday, showing a more accurate likeness of Wade, who spent the majority of his 16-year career with the franchise and led them to three championships.
The original statue, which was installed earlier, drew criticism from fans and media for its unflattering depiction. The Heat organization responded by commissioning a replacement that better captures Wade's distinctive features.
Wade, a 13-time All-Star and 2006 NBA Finals MVP, was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2023. The new statue is expected to be installed at the Kaseya Center, the Heat's home arena.
