Wade officially signs contract to return to Heat

Guard returning for one final season

MIAMI – Dwyane Wade is officially back on the Miami Heat.

The 3-time champion signed a one-year contract on Tuesday.

Wade will play season his 16th and final season.

Heat President Pat Riley saying "We are very delighted that Dwyane decided to return... I believe that Dwyane can play a big part in us winning, that's what he is all about.  I'm glad he's back."

Wade has played 14 seasons in Miami.  

Wade is the Heat's all-time leader in points, rebounds, assists, steals, field goals made, free throws made, and dunks.

He announced his decision to return during an emotional 10-minute video released on Sunday.


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David Lang is executive producer of the Local 10 sports department.