In his last season with the Miami Heat, this city legend openly admitted to wanting a stake in the franchise after his retirement.
Miami Heat legend shares ownership ambitions with Shaquille O’Neal
Udonis Haslem is more than just a name in Miami Heat history. Going by ‘U.D.’, he is a city legend. The Heat forward has dedicated two decades of his life to the franchise, a rare case of career-long loyalty. Within the franchise’s history, Haslem has his name stamped as the all-time leading rebounder. The 42-year-old has also won three championships with the Heat. Now in his final season, Haslem revealed the ‘light’ at the end of his career is to step into the shoes of the owner.
haslem is prepared
‘Mr. Miami’ has done his homework on the subject as well. He has had conversations with Shaquille O’Neal, Buster Posey, Dwyane Wade and other athletes who transitioned into minority owners after their playing careers. Haslem is a major figure in not just Heat history, but Vice City as well. Born and raised in Miami, for him, it makes sense to take on the role given his impact and deep-rooted connection to the city.