Dwyane Wade, LeBron James wanted Patrick Beverley to make Miami Heat
Houston Rockets’ point guard Patrick Beverley played a big role in the Houston Rockets’ 106-103 victory over the Miami Heat Tuesday night.
Beverley scored 19 points, recorded three steals, dished out two assists, grabbed two rebounds and blocked a shot.
Beverley is known for his hustle plays and on Wednesday, Heat guard Dwyane Wade admitted he and Heat forward LeBron James like Beverley’s style of play and were hoping he would make the Heat back 2010. Instead, the Heat cut Beverley.
Dwyane Wade on @patbev21 who the Heat cut in 2010: "He was great. He was someone at the time me and LeBron really wanted to make our team."
— Mark Berman (@MarkBerman_) March 5, 2014
Dwyane Wade on @patbev21 starting for the Rockets: "Not surprised when it comes to his mentality. He's a tough kid. You know he works."
— Mark Berman (@MarkBerman_) March 5, 2014
Dwyane Wade on @patbev21 who the Heat cut in 2010. "Happy that he's able to come here, fit in & really make name for himself in this league"
— Mark Berman (@MarkBerman_) March 5, 2014
On the season, Beverley is averaging 9.9 points, 3.9 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game.