Instant Replay: Dwyane Wade Tries To Get Celebrity Team On Same Page

SALT LAKE CITY – Utah Jazz part-owner and captain of a 2023 celebrity NBA All-Star team Dwyane Wade attempted to get his players on the same page during the middle of the game.

The Jazz owner was captain of Team Dwyane during the Ruffles All-Star Celebrity Game at the Huntsman Center on Friday, February 17.

Late in the opening quarter of action, Team Dwayne’s Janelle Monáe was on the court and appeared to be playing in a defensive stance while her team was on offense.

“Janelle, we on offense,” Wade yelled to Monáe.

"Janelle, we on offense!"@DwyaneWade is trying get his team on one page 😅 pic.twitter.com/DYJmsHtdMK

— ESPN (@espn) February 18, 2023

Wade’s celebrity team included the following players:

Team Dwyane

• Nicky Jam (Singer)
• Jesser (YouTuber)
• Simu Liu (Actor)
• DK Metcalf (NFL wide receiver)
• Hasan Minhaj (Comedian)
• Janelle Monáe (Singer)
• Arike Ogunbowale (WNBA star)
• 21 Savage (Rapper)
• Ranveer Singh (Actor)
• Frances Tiafoe (Tennis player)
• Alex Toussaint (Peloton instructor)

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Janelle Monáe is mic'd up for the #RufflesCelebGame tonight! 🎙️@RUFFLES | Live on ESPN pic.twitter.com/y8CfuKCPPi

— #NBAAllStar (@NBAAllStar) February 18, 2023

Also during the first half of the contest, former Jazz forward Richard Jefferson stepped out from behind ESPN’s television broadcast table and onto the court. However, Jefferson didn’t return to the hardwood as a player but as an official.

RJ the referee immediately went after Wade for their time on the court as NBA players.

“I never liked you and you’re about to find that out D-Wade,” Jefferson told Wade midgame.

Former @utahjazz forward Richard Jefferson says he never liked @DwyaneWade. 😂 #RufflesCelebGame #NBAAllStar #TakeNote pic.twitter.com/aVynJ9wjQJ

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) February 18, 2023

Other Celebrities Spotted In SLC For All-Star Weekend

Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal, And The NBA on TNT Crew

Chuck, Shaq, Kenny, and Ernie did a live show in Salt Lake City on Thursday ahead of All-Star Weekend. Hundreds of Utah fans started a “We Love Chuck” chant directed at the legend Charles Barkley.

Antonio Brown – Retired NFL Wide Receiver

Former Pittsburg Steelers Wide Receiver Antonio Brown took to social media to let the world know he would be in Salt Lake City for the festivities. Brown was one of the best receivers in the NFL during the 2010s.

Ben Affleck – Actor

Two-time Academy Award winner and three-time Golden Globe Award winner Ben Affleck was spotted doing a Chris Tucker impersonation at NBA Media Day. Affleck is known for his roles in films like Batman, Argo, and Gone Girl.

Carlos Boozer – Former Utah Jazz All-Star

Retired NBA Power Foward Carlos Boozer made his return to Utah for the Celebrity game.

Lisa Leslie – WNBA Legend

Lisa Leslie was spotted ahead of the NBA Celebrity game on Friday.

Celebrities are filling the Salt Lake City streets for NBA All-Star Weekend in 2023. Check to see if your favorite actor, artist, or other celebrity made an appearance!#NBAAllStar #SaltLakeCityhttps://t.co/N2FgKuCrFy

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) February 18, 2023

Jalen Rose – Retired NBA Forward

Former Indiana Pacer Jalen Rose took a video prior to his plane ride to the Beehive State.

Tristan Jass – Basketball YouTuber

Tristan Jass, otherwise known as “TJass”, hit a crazy trick shot in Vivint Arena from the tunnel. TJass makes basketball content that shows off his flashy dribble moves and layups.

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