Wade surprised

MILWAUKEE — Dwyane Wade’s last dance went back to college Sunday. The Miami Heat guard — who has dubbed his 16th and final NBA season “One Last Dance” — was the guest of honor at Marquette’s men’s basketball game against Providence. Wade starred for the Golden Eagles during the 2001-02 and 2002-03 seasons, leading them to the Final Four in his last year of college before he jumped to the NBA. It was part of a weekend celebration for Wade, who played for the final time in his hometown of Chicago on Saturday night when the Heat topped the Bulls. He and his family made the quick trip north to frosty Milwaukee, where students and fans donned gold T-shirts bearing his name and No. 3 on the back for “Dwyane Wade Day.” Said Wade: “I think my younger self would be proud of me.” The big surprise came at halftime, when Marquette and some members of Wade’s inner circle stunned him by having his two oldest sons and the nephew he’s raising come onto the court. Zaire Wade, his oldest, presented his father with the Marquette letter jacket he never got as a collegian — and Zion Wade, the younger son, gave him a baby-sized jacket for the family’s newest addition, Kaavia James Union Wade. Wade believed his kids were in Miami, unable to attend because of conflicts with their own basketball schedules. “I’m not surprised much,” Wade said. “But y’all got me today.”

SKIIING

› CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy — What was evident all weekend for Lindsey Vonn became clear to everyone else on Sunday. The veteran American skier’s surgically repaired knees simply don’t let her apply the power she requires to win races anymore. The pain is too severe; the psychological impact too much to bear; her pride too great. No wonder Vonn is considering moving up her retirement. After failing to finish a World Cup super-G race, Vonn said leaving the sport immediately “is a possibility.” She quickly added: “But I’m emotional right now. I have to really think clearly about that. It’s not a decision I make lightly or quickly. I’ll let you guys know.” She was more decisive when interviewed by Swiss TV, saying “now it’s time to listen to my body and it’s time to say goodbye.” Vonn was planning on retiring in December. She returned this weekend from her latest injury — to her left knee — but her best result in three races was ninth in Saturday’s downhill.