NBA: Player Rankings – Week 7

18. Dwyane Wade (SG, Miami Heat) 

Dwyane Wade’s performance will be a key factor for the Heat in their hopes for a three-peat. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Well … this is certainly not the Dwyane Wade we have all come to know over the last 10 seasons; nevertheless, he still deserves a spot on this list. As Wade battles constant knee injuries and older age, he has missed six games this year with the hope and intention that he will hold up better in the playoffs for the Heat to make a three-peat title run. Having said that, Wade is still performing at a high level while averaging18.8 points, 5.2 assists and 4.8 rebounds per game and posting a PER of 21.36 which ranks in the top 20 in the league. Wade’s performance will be an integral part of the Heat’s three-peat hopes as his partner in crime cannot hold off opposing teams by himself.  The only key question is whether or not Wade’s body can sustain an entire playoff schedule. We will soon find out.