The Cleveland Cavaliers and Dean Wade put on a show, as they snapped Boston’s 11-game win streak. Jayson Tatum and company faced the Cavs, looking to extend their win streak, as the game went down the wire. The first half was in the favor of the Celtics, maintaining a decent lead. However, the real game started in the fourth quarter, with the Cavs outscoring Boston by 17 points.
Cleveland’s incredible 23-4 run in the last quarter was led by Dean Wade, putting up 20 points in the fourth. The Cavs came up on top after a nail-biting game, 105-104. Not only that but Wade knocked down 6 of his 9 three-point attempts when it mattered the most. On the other hand, the Celtics were led by Tatum and Porzingis, with Tatum putting up 26 points and 13 rebounds.
Wade finished the game with 23 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 steals. The 27-year-old did all he could in the 21 minutes of game time, and was definitely the most productive on the floor for the Cavs. Dean has been improving his game as a role player each season. This year, Wade has been the most confident he’s ever been shooting from deep, averaging 40% from beyond the arc.
Dean Wade is a great asset for the Cavs
Following his performance against the Celtics, fans on social media praised his game, comparing him to Dwyane Wade. The Cavs were playing without Mitchell while snapping for what looked like an endless win streak.
Dean Wade (Credits: Getty)Here are some of the reactions to Dean Wade’s stellar performance:
Dwayne Wade baby!
Wait
DEAN?!
What’s going on?! Where am I?! 😆
— C-Train Station! Sports Commentary/Analysis (@ctrainstation) March 6, 2024
Dean Wade’s 4th quarter performance was outstanding, scoring 20 points to lead the Cavaliers past the Celtics.
— Sebastian (@sebas_V__) March 6, 2024
Greatest D. Wade in cavs history
— Lost Tribe Sports (@LostTribeSports) March 6, 2024
Thought it said Dwayne wade for a sec
— OG (@OG389) March 6, 2024
Averaging around 20 minutes a game this season, Wade has proved to be a productive role player. Putting up 5.4 points and 4 rebounds a game, Wade can definitely up his game down the line. Though as of now, he stands as a reliable role player on the bench. The Cavs can use someone like Wade when it comes to the shooting aspect, though it would require them to use him more often.
Looking at his potential, once given more playing time, Wade can provide more to the team on both ends of the floor. The Cavs are third in the East, with a record of 40-21. As the NBA approaches its last month of the regular season, Cleveland has slim chances of falling down to the Play-In tournament. It will be interesting to see the Cavs in the postseason, as they’ll look to make a deep run.
