Dirk Nowitzki
Dirk Nowitzki is a German former professional basketball player who played in three distinct eras of basketball.
Basketball Player
June 19, 1978
Gemini
46
Würzburg, Germany
Dirk Nowitzki, a renowned German retired basketball player, is celebrated for his 21-season career with the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA. Known for his exceptional scoring ability and formidable jump shot, Nowitzki guided the Mavericks to their first NBA championship in 2011. Throughout his career, he was a 14-time NBA All-Star, a 12-time All-NBA team member, and the 2007 NBA MVP. Widely considered one of the greatest power forwards in history, Nowitzki holds the title of Germany’s all-time leading scorer and has received multiple Euroscar awards. Currently, he serves as a special advisor for the Dallas Mavericks. Notably, Nowitzki’s career spanned three distinct basketball eras: the late 90s and the low post, the opening of the lane following the removal of the hand check, and the early 2010s’ emergence of small-ball.