“You finally got a haircut!"- Dwyane Wade pokes fun at LeBron James at 2025 Hall of Fame ceremony

At the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony, James and Wade just enjoyed a memorable moment. Both commemorated the 2008 Team USA Redeem Team's entry into the hall. James will probably join shortly when he retires, and Wade was inducted in 2023.

"You finally got a haircut," Wade stated as they gave each other hugs during the 2025 ceremony. Not just Wade, even Miami Heat owner Micky Arison took a playful jab at James.

Dwyane Wade, Sue Bird, and Micky Arison poke fun at LeBron James during 2025 Hall of Fame ceremony

Dwyane Wade never holds back when expressing his thoughts to the media. Wade mentioned how some NBA fans undervalue players, but this time, he focused on LeBron James. The best player for the Los Angeles Lakers is nearing the end of his contract with the team and is the subject of trade rumours.Wade's encounter with LeBron James went viral on the internet. They gave each other hugs, and Wade didn't think twice about prodding James during the party. Wade playfully said, "You finally got a haircut," when they shook hands. The two former teammates and close friends' reunion seemed to make them happy.At last night's Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday night, this enduring promise was again put in the spotlight.

With impeccable timing for a comedian, Miami Heat owner Micky Arison referenced James' famous words as he made his way across the stage for his own enshrinement. Everyone was captivated by the subsequent light-hearted remark, particularly James.

Arison, who was standing at the platform, recalls the sense of hope that pervaded Miami when the Big Three initially came together. Expectations were at an all-time high, and the franchise owner thought they had put together something unique.“In 2010, with Dwyane, LeBron, and Chris Bosh, we knew we could win. Not one, not two… I guess it was just two,” Arison said with a grin.It was a classy reference to James' 2010 boisterous prediction that Miami will get more than seven championships. James was present when the cameras panned over to him, and he obviously enjoyed the joke and appeared to take it well.WNBA all-time great and HOF winner Sue Bird also caught up in the act. She explained that at that time, there were rumors of partnership among Chris Bosh, Dwyane Wade, and LeBron James."I remember that Olympics well," Bird said. "It was a great Olympics. Both teams hanging out, winning gold. I mean, it was kind of weird how LeBron, Chris, and Dwyane kept yapping about three-year deals with a player option, and where do you want to take your talents? Where do you want to take your talents? I don't know. I tuned it out. I'm sure Micky [Arison] could probably tell you guys about that later."

LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers reportedly remains secure despite trade speculation

Regarding his future with the Lakers, James remains unknown. Fans are concerned about his form ahead of the season after he recently took the court in China and missed many shots.

However, his formative years with the USA were one of his best periods. Team USA has won five consecutive Olympic gold medals since the triumph in 2008. The team had three consecutive wins before 2004. Kobe Bryant and other players helped the squad create history that continues to be remembered.James has a no-trade clause and will stay with the Los Angeles Lakers for the upcoming season, according to his agent Rich Paul, despite speculation and speculative trade possibilities. It seems unlikely that James will be dealt before the season begins because he chose to exercise his player option. Also read: Dwyane Wade rips Bleacher Report for ranking Kobe Bryant 11th, questions credibility of all-time list