'Better Than the Statue': Dwyane Wade's Emotional Hometown Honor Has Fans Saying It's the Tribute He Deserved From Miami

'Better Than the Statue': Dwyane Wade's Emotional Hometown Honor Has Fans Saying It's the Tribute He Deserved from Miami

Dwyane Wade returned to one of the communities that helped shape his journey over the weekend. The retired NBA star received a major honor after the Village of Robbins, Illinois, officially renamed one of its main roads in his honor. The emotional ceremony quickly had fans comparing it another honor Wade received from his former team and coach that didn’t go as smoothly. Retired NBA star Dwyane Wade receives grand honor of having a street named …

Street Named for Dwyane Wade

ROBBINS, Ill. — The Village of Robbins has renamed South Claire Boulevard as Dwyane Wade Boulevard, turning the NBA Hall of Famer’s childhood street into a permanent civic landmark. The ceremony took place Sunday, July 26, 2026, during the first Dwyane Wade Day, a community event that included a youth sports academy, a block party, remarks from local leaders, family activities, food vendors and a street-renaming ceremony. (robbins-il.com) The mo…

Robbins renames street for NBA Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade

Robbins native and former Chicago Bull Dwyane Wade returns as the street he grew up on is renamed Dwyane Wade Boulevard.

Robbins renames Dwyane Wade’s childhood street after the NBA champ, All-Star and hometown hero

It's not just an honorary designation either, as South Claire Boulevard, within Robbins city limits, is now Dwyane Wade Boulevard. The 13-time NBA All-Star and a three-time NBA champion said he hopes it inspires kids in his hometown.