There was once a time Dwyane Wade’s electric charisma and aura turned basketball viewers into fans. The Flash as he went by was one of the most exciting players, soaring through the court with his rapid speed. He hung his sneakers in 2019. Yet the basketball itch hasn’t left his soul just yet.

Since putting his days as a basketball phenom behind him, Wade has turned into a businessman, using his massive following and business acumen to good use. After several investments to grow his empire, he is now looking into the direction of the WNBA. And his recent desire could be close to his heart.

Dwyane Wade wants a piece of this WNBA franchise

Even as a businessman, ball remained Wade’s priority. He found a way to keep his roots in the NBA when he purchased a minority stake in the Utah Jazz. Ever since the franchise has gone into a rebuild, its valuation has skyrocketed. In just two years from Wade’s purchase, they are now valued at $2.25 billion, $500 million more than their 2021 valuation. 

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After his NBA ownership success, Wade reportedly has his sights set on investing in a WNBA franchise – the Chicago Sky. Hailing from the city, this one might be more meaningful than any other project for Dwyane Wade. The rumors sparked after Wade attended a Sky practice and walked through the arena with a comfort of an owner according to the Chicago Sun-Times.

He sat courtside and even gave an enlightening speech to the team before posing for a picture.

It’s not just the home ties that could persuade the Hall of Famer. The 13-time All-Star has a family connection within the organization. James Wade, the head coach of the Chicago Sky is a cousin to the Miami Heat legend. He led the franchise to a WNBA championship in 2021, the first and only in the history of the franchise.

Players of the Sky were also welcoming of the idea of having Dwyane Wade around. “We need people like him. We need more NBA players to help expand the WNBA, and he talked a lot about that. It was pretty encouraging.” said guard Dana Evans.

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D-Wade has all the reasons to be a part of the Chicago Sky. He is from the city of Chicago, and it would give him a chance to do something for his hometown. But fans will have to wait in anticipation until the Heat icon makes his decision. Do you want to see Dwyane Wade invest in the Chicago Sky? Let us know what you think in the comments below.