Erik Spoelstra almost recreates the iconic Dwyane Wade “table jump” celebration as the two meet up post the Heat-Wizard clash.
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The Miami Heat hosted the Washington Wizards at the FTX Arena as their last home game before going on a 4-game road trip. A contest with only 5 led changes and 3 ties, witnessed an incredible duel between Jimmy Butler and Bradley Beal. While Beal dropped 30 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, it was Jimmy Buckets who overshadowed the Wizards guard as his 32 points, 5 assists, 4 steals, and 3 rebounds helped the Heat to grab the 112-97 win.
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The past week has been absolutely successful for Erik Spoelstra and the team. After winning 4 straight games, the squad has now taken the first spot of the Eastern Conference yet again. And this victory definitely called for a celebration.
Coach Spo looked rather cheerful after tonight’s win. And how did Erik decide to celebrate? By almost recreating the iconic Dwyane Wade “table jump” celebration, while D-Wade was in the stands.
NBA Twitter reacts to Erik Spoelstra almost breaking out the Dwyane Wade “table jump” celebration
Right after the game, Spoelstra and Wade met and exchanged a few pleasantries. However, before the two linked up, the Heat head coach almost channelized his inner Wade by breaking out the legend’s iconic celebration.
Here, have a look at the hilarious clip.
Spo with the “THIS IS MY HOUSE” at the end 🤣 pic.twitter.com/UGhy42gGXm
— Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) November 19, 2021
As soon as the clip went viral on social media, NBA Twitter went crazy with their reactions.
Love Spo
All my homies love coach spo
— isaac – #HerroSZN 🇦🇺🇮🇹🇵🇫 (@TrustDaSpocess) November 19, 2021
Spo bout that life pic.twitter.com/wljBj9DB5d
— Iykyk (@I_M_12) November 19, 2021
this is the best video on the internet
— that’s (not) HIPAA (@courtcorner) November 19, 2021
It definitely is special to see the bond Wade and Erik have after all these years. And Dwyane being at the arena definitely meant a lot to Spo. When asked about Wade’s presence at the FTX Arena, Erik said this:
Erik Spoelstra on Dwyane Wade being in the house tonight for Heat-Wizards and his new book. pic.twitter.com/mOnJ0WdpWc
— Will Manso (@WillManso) November 18, 2021
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The Heat have now had a successful 4-game stint. Playing their next 4 games against the Wizards, Pistons, Wolves, and the Bulls, Miami will hope to grab a few more wins and keep their winning streak going.