Dwyane Wade’s off-court work with the community of Parkland and the students of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in the aftermath of last month’s mass shooting has earned him a spot as a finalist for the Pro Basketball Writers Association’s J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award.
Wade, 36, was named a finalist alongside Houston’s James Harden, Oklahoma City’s Carmelo Anthony, Golden State’s Kevin Durant and Dallas’ J.J. Barea.
The honor, named after the NBA’s second commissioner, is presented annually by the PBWA to a player, coach or athletic trainer who demonstrates outstanding service and dedication to the community.