WASHINGTON, July 19 Reuters famous Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade recorded 19 in the television program, issued earlier on their own , " the collapse of the WTO , " apologized for the inappropriate metaphor .

18, Wade and Alonzo Mourning Charities jointly presided over the annual friendly program , asked by reporters on the team this season 's " trio " how you feel , the " Lightning Man " , said: " If the Miami Heat One after another to lose the game , the same as in the World Trade Center collapsed again . However, if the team continues to take no less than race , which no , we will strive to get back on track . "

As the " WTO "is the high sensitivity in the United States , so Wade remark , immediately aroused public discontent. Later, Wade realized his mistake the next day quickly through the media to the American people an apology .

"In the 18th interview, I tried to explain the new season in a row if the Miami Heat lost few races , the fans will think of us . It is clear , I used the ' World Trade centric ' example to our loss in a match metaphor Inappropriate. but also inaccurate media reports , some out of context, "he said, "I want to show that losing a few games does not mean that a major disaster . "

" I sincerely for my inappropriate remarks, apologized remark really is not my intention. hope you can forgive me , " Wade said .