Zaire Blessing Dwyane Wade (/ z ɑː ˈ ɪər /, born February 4, 2002) is an American professional basketball player who last played for the Cape Town Tigers of the Basketball Africa League (BAL). He is the oldest child of Hall of Fame basketball player Dwyane Wade.

Feb 4, 2025 · Dwyane Wade is raising five children: Zaire, Zaya, Xavier, Dahveon and Kaavia. Here is everything to know about the NBA star's blended family.

Feb 4, 2025 · It’s not easy being the son of an NBA great, but Wade sees the bigger picture. The struggle isn’t a setback—it’s part of the story. And with Zaire Wade stating he’ll be in the NBA in “due time”, it’s clear he has not give up hope despite the struggles.

Wade shares Zaire, 23, and his daughter Zaya, 17, with his ex-wife, Siohvaughn Funches. He and his wife, Gabrielle Union, went on to welcome their daughter Kaavia, 6, in 2018. Wade also shares...

As the son of Miami Heat icon Dwyane Wade, he often drew comparisons to his father but as the southpaw version. At 22 years old, Wade’s basketball journey hasn’t been as clear-cut as his...

Jan 20, 2023 · After a season-ending injury in 2022, Zaire Wade returned to the court at the Basketball Africa League Combine, impressing dad Dwyane Wade, cheering from the sidelines, with his resilience.

Feb 6, 2023 · Zaire Wade, son of Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade, officially signed for the Basketball Africa League (BAL) with South African side Cape Town Tigers on Friday, the day before his 21st birthday.

Mar 13, 2025 · A few weeks ago, fans were shocked to learn that Dwyane Wade had secretly battled cancer in 2023. He underwent surgery in December, removing 40% of his kidney. While Wade is now healthy, the mental toll was something few knew about.

Feb 17, 2024 · The basketball journey for Zaire Wade, the son of Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade, has been an uphill one. But the resilient 22-year-old continues to forge his own path.

Oct 31, 2021 · Zaire Wade, the 19-year-old son of NBA all-timer Dwyane Wade, was just drafted with the G-League’s No. 10 pick by the Salt Lake City Stars — the minor-league team of the sports franchise...