More Sports ES Fancast Jul 13, 2024 | 5:30 AM EDT via Getty NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 07: Dwyane Wade speaks onstage at the TIME100 Summit
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Countess/Getty Images for TIME) The Olympics are knocking on the door, and 13× NBA All-Star Dwyane Wade is ready to embrace it. This time not as a player, but as a commentator. Wade, who clinched a gold medal in the 2008 Olympics with Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and Co, is returning to the global stage after a 16-year hiatus. Sharing his excitement in an Instagram story, Wade hinted at an intriguing new chapter that promises to captivate his fans and followers alike. In his Instagram post, the 3× NBA Champion expressed his enthusiasm about his new job, stating he is “preparing to be the best version” of himself. He noted that this would be his first time experiencing the game from the commentator’s perspective, promising to bring a colorful insight into the games. His eagerness to explore this new side of the sport is palpable, suggesting an exciting journey ahead of him. Moreover, the Miami Heat legend highlighted the perfect timing of his return. “I couldn’t think of a better atmosphere than the Olympics for it,” he said, marking the ideal moment to reenter the global basketball arena. After retiring from the NBA in 2019, Wade joined TNT as an NBA studio analyst but departed in 2022 through mutual agreement. This Olympic stint marks his first major return to broadcasting since then. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad Moreover, this will be his first appearance at the biggest sporting event in the world after 16 years. In an interview with USA TODAY Sports, Wade candidly shared his view on this new challenge. “I think I’m going to be a little nervous, definitely. But ultimately, everyone keeps saying the same thing,” Wade revealed. This admission adds a relatable touch to his transition, making it clear that even seasoned athletes can feel the pressure of new roles. via Getty BOSTON, MA – APRIL 1: Dwyane Wade #3 of the Miami Heat controls the ball against the Boston Celtics during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts on April 1, 2019. (Staff Photo By Christopher Evans/MediaNews Group/Boston Herald) (Photo by Christopher Evans/MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images) Despite the challenges and immense pressure, Wade is undeniably excited about his new role. “I know I can speak from a player’s perspective, but also I can speak about the coaches, I also can speak about the refs, I can also speak about the atmosphere,” he asserted. His multifaceted understanding of the game positions him uniquely to succeed, even with less experience behind the microphone. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad Dwyane Wade will join an impressive team of commentators for the upcoming Olympics, including Robinson and Noah Eagle, who will provide play-by-play coverage for both men’s and women’s basketball games. Kerith Burke, Zora Stephenson, and Bob Fitzgerald will also be part of the lineup, serving as sideline reporters in France. Explaining his approach to USA Today in a recent interview, Wade said, “I think we have to discuss what we see. I am not really into calling players out, but to really give the audience an opportunity to understand what’s going on in the game.” With 16 years of professional basketball experience, Wade is confident in his ability to help viewers, whether they are seasoned basketball fans or newcomers, grasp the game’s intricacies. Moreover, Wade revealed that this new role is an opportunity to challenge himself in a different arena. The first basketball game is scheduled for July 27, 2024, and viewers can expect to see Wade in the commentary box, bringing his unique insights and enthusiasm to the global stage once again. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad Stay tuned for more such updates, and to follow what Shaq’s ex-agent, Leonard Armato, has to say about the infamous Shaq-Kobe feud, Caitlin Clark’s Olympic snub, and more, watch this video. EssentiallySports is a digital-first sports media house that surfaces the best stories on America’s favorite sports celebrities with a fan’s perspective to 30+ M average monthly readers. Sports All Boxing Formula One Golf NASCAR NBA NFL ONE Championship Tennis UFC WWE Bodybuilding WNBA EssentiallySports About Us Advertise With Us Authors Editorial Team Behind The Scenes Humans of EssentiallySports Contact Us FAQs Our Brands FanCast On The Ropes Bodybuilding Bros Club Golf Lucky Dog on Track Sports All Boxing Formula One Golf NASCAR NBA NFL ONE Championship Tennis UFC WWE Bodybuilding WNBA Privacy Policy ES Pressroom Ethics Policy Fact-Checking Policy Corrections Policy Cookies Policy GDPR Compliance Terms of Use Editorial Guidelines Ownership and funding Information Full Spectrum Services LLP © 2024 | All Rights Reserved