The BIG3 for retired NBA players is a stage to stay connected to the game while proving their talent still shines. That was clear on Sunday, when the Miami 305 outlasted the Chicago Triplets in a gritty 52–48 battle for the 2025 BIG3 Championship. Mario Chalmers delivered the decisive blow, draining a clutch three with seconds left off a setup from 2x MVP Michael Beasley. It was the kind of finish that showed some veterans never lose their edge and still stay relevant in today’s hoop world.
Miami 305 capped it off with a 9-0 run, sealing the championship and a $1 million payday. For Chalmers, who already won rings with LeBron, Wade, and Bosh in 2012 and 2013, this fifth title adds another legendary clutch moment to his career. But where did it all begin? As the saying goes, home is the fi