In a recent interview, Dwyane Wade opened up about his surprising move to the Chicago Bulls, revealing that the decision was sparked by none other than his wife, Gabrielle Union. “We were vacationing in Spain at the time,” Wade shared. “My wife and I were talking about my next move in the league.”

Wade explained that he had doubts about whether the Bulls were the right fit, or if star guard Jimmy Butler would even welcome him. “I told her I wasn’t sure how Jimmy felt about me joining the team,” he said. “Then she said, ‘You’ve got to reach out to him. If you don’t ask, you’ll never know.’”

That bit of wisdom hit home. Wade asked his wife to find a way to pass his contact info to Butler, and shortly after, the phone rang — it was Jimmy. “I got straight to the point,” Wade recalled. “I’m 34 now, I don’t beat around the bush. I asked him directly, ‘Jimmy, would you be okay with me playing in Chicago? All eyes are on you here.’”

According to Wade, Butler didn’t hesitate. “He said, ‘Look, I just want to win. I know what your arrival means, and I’m all in. I’d love to have you here.’”

This summer marked a turning point in Wade’s career. After spending 13 seasons with the Miami Heat, the three-time NBA champion made the emotional decision to leave South Beach. He signed a two-year, $47 million contract with the Bulls, forming a new “Big Three” alongside Butler and Rajon Rondo.

For Wade, this move was more than just a career shift — it was a homecoming. Born and raised in Chicago, the “Flash” finally returned to where it all began, backed by family support and a clear desire to bring his veteran experience to a city he’s always called home.

It just goes to show — sometimes, behind every major decision, there’s a voice of reason at home. Jeetbuzz App Download readers can agree: never underestimate the power of good advice.