Dwyane Wade's son, Zaire, is calling on everyone to keep the jokes and memes coming about the Miami Heat legend's new statue ... telling TMZ Sports all the silly comments only make it that much more of a must-see attraction!!
We caught up with the future Hall of Famer's oldest out at LAX this week ... and asked him what the fam REALLY thinks of the team's permanent tribute to Dwyane outside the Kaseya Center -- especially after all the reactions it got on social media.
It turns out D-Wade wasn't lying when he said he loved it ... 'cause Zaire doubled down and said that's how they all feel about the honor.
In fact, he's well aware of the Laurence Fishburne comparisons and other witty remarks ... but instead of getting pissed about the reception, he explained it's really a blessing for the new landmark.
We also talked to Zaire about his venture into YouTube and friendship with Bronny James ... and while the former Sierra Canyon hoops standout is broadening his horizon, he made it clear his top priority is making it to the NBA.