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In the ’90s, the low post was king. Mid-range jumpers ruled the 2000s. And then there’s today, an era of so-called “unicorn” big men such as Joel Embiid, Kristaps Porzingis, Karl-Anthony Towns and Lauri Markkanen, who all have the three-ball in their arsenal. Will this trend continue to grow or as we’ve seen over the […]

Now in his 20th season in the league, many are wondering how many more years Dirk Nowitzki plans to play at the highest level. While he hasn’t spoken much about his plans before, he recently discussed it, and shed more light to the question many fans have in mind. The German international big man shared, […]

Aside from the stellar play of shooting guard Victor Oladipo, the Indiana Pacers have also enjoyed the emergence of center Myles Turner into becoming one of the most promising young bigs in the league. Not only has he become a versatile scorer, but his prowess as a rim protector has helped the Pacers become arguably […]

One month is an entire epoch in internet years, but things of the past can still be pretty fascinating. Just take for example this video from just a little over a month ago, showing Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki doing his own version of “The Shammgod” during a shoot-around before a road game against the Washington […]

Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki has one of the better unknown nicknames in the league in “The Big Mummy,” which Mavs assistant coach Darrell Armstrong calls him. However, Dirk has a sick nickname of his own for J.J. Barea, whom he calls “Papa Smurf.” Nowitzki revealed his term of endearment for his long-time teammate in […]

The Dallas Mavericks have not had much to hang their 10-gallon hats on so far in the 2017-18 NBA season with a 5-17 win-loss record. Fortunately, the emergence of rookie phenom Dennis Smith Jr. has helped shine a light on their potential rebuild while superstar Dirk Nowitzki enjoys what could be his last days in Dallas. […]

Following a slow start to the season, the Dallas Mavericks have begun to show some encouraging signs toward turning things around. A part of that has been the improvement in the play of veteran forward Dirk Nowitzki over the last four games that have created a sense of optimism for the Mavs about him picking it […]

The bright spots for the Dallas Mavericks have been few and far in-between so far in the 2017-18 NBA season. Fortunately, fans have at least been able to relish in what could be the final games of superstar Dirk Nowitzki. Although Nowitzki’s future in the NBA is still uncertain, it is safe to assume that is days […]

The Dallas Mavericks let a big win slip away against the Boston Celtics. Up by as many as 13 points in the fourth quarter, the Mavs squandered their chance to score one of the biggest upsets of the season as they eventually lost to the Celtics in overtime. After the game, Mavs star Dirk Nowitzki […]

The NBA has long rid itself of Tim Donaghy, but the former referee continues to be an annoyance to the league. In his latest attempt at exposing corruption within the league, Donaghy went on the Forgotten Mavericks Podcast, and straight up accused the NBA of pulling the strings behind the scenes of the 2006 NBA […]

Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki is trekking through his 20th season, which during the process has continued to receive praise from around the league. With a matchup against the Boston Celtics on the docket for Monday night, it offered an opportunity for head coach Brad Stevens to admire the level of passion that Nowitzki still […]

With the Dallas Mavericks currently 2-14 to begin the 2017-18 NBA season, it will be another long year during the team’s rebuilding process. However, basketball fans can continue to watch and enjoy the final chapters of Dirk Nowitzki’s career. In his 20th season, the 39-year-old is still averaging 10.5 points and 5.4 rebounds in 24.3 […]

Dirk Nowitzki is trekking through his 20th season in the league with the Dallas Mavericks with the constant chatter surrounding him about his long-term future. The 39-year-old once again touched upon the topic where he provided more insight in what will signal he will have to finally hang it up, according to Tim MacMahon of […]

Kristaps Porzingis has often garnered comparisons to another rangy European big man in Dirk Nowitzki, following his footsteps as a seven-footer that has become an all-around threat from the perimeter and inequitable talent at the power forward position, where Nowitzki has done all his damage through an illustrious career. But despite the two having worked […]

New York Knicks big man Kritaps Porzingis has shot out of the gate as arguably the best player so far in the 2017-18 NBA season. His dominant play has fueled the Knicks to a surprising 6-5 record despite an inauspicious summer filled with drama within the storied franchise. Fortunately, there was some good that came out of it […]

Long before the likes of Kristaps Porzingis and Karl-Anthony Towns jacked up their first 3-point shots in the NBA, Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki was the one who’s blowing everyone’s mind for having such a deadly touch from deep despite his 7-foot frame. The Mavs icon made it fashionable for 7-footers to shoot threes and […]

Now in his 20th season in the NBA, Dirk Nowitzki is one of the most experienced players around. He has won almost all awards the league has to offer and is continuing to play at a very high level despite already being 39 years old. He also has the one-legged fadeaway jumper in his bag […]

Originally the third overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft, Joel Embiid has only appeared in 35 career games due to injury. However, when healthy, Embiid has quickly established himself as one of the league’s best big men. After signing a five-year, $146.5 million contract extension prior to the 2017-18 NBA season, he is averaging […]

When the Golden State Warriors take the floor against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night, it may mark one of the final few meetings that it will be against Dirk Nowitzki. With that in mind, All-Star forward Kevin Durant on Monday morning reflected fondly upon his time playing against Nowitzki throughout his own career. https://twitter.com/EarlKSneed/status/922511879964065794 […]

Dirk Nowitzki is near the end of his illustrious NBA career as he’s set to enter his 20th season in the league, which brought questions concerning his legacy. With that in mind, former Dallas Mavericks guard Jason Terry recently told Dwain Price of Unifyfrisco.com that he believes that Nowitzki is a better player than Hall […]

Former NBA player and current Dallas Mavericks assistant coach Darrell Armstrong learned the hard way that when you come at Dirk Nowitzki, you best not miss. Nowitzki, the humble 19-year veteran, made an example of Armstrong in teaching everyone not to underestimate how deadly his razz-game could be. When Armstrong ribbed Nowitzki and called him […]

Having played together back in the 2015-16 season, Zaza Pachulia and Dirk Nowitzki formed a strong bond and remain friends until this day. During the preseason game between the Dallas Mavericks and Orlando Magic on Monday, the Golden State Warriors center had the chance to watch Nowitzki in action, as his team did not have […]

When talking about “flu game,” the first thing – and perhaps the only thing – that comes to mind is Michael Jordan’s performance in the 1997 NBA Finals. Despite suffering from flu-like symptoms back then, Jordan willed himself to 38 points to lead the Chicago Bulls to a crucial Game 5 victory over the Utah […]

Head coaches are known to bring out the best from their players, and find a way to always get the advantage for their teams. Rick Carlisle is just like that, and he made sure he sent a message to Robin Lopez before the Dallas Mavericks faced the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday, to let him know […]

Heading into the 2017-18 NBA season, it will mark Dirk Nowitzki’s 19th season with the Dallas Mavericks. As one of the greatest power forwards in league history, the game has changed and head coach Rick Carlisle is looking to make an adjustment. Despite Nerlens Noel signing his one-year qualifying offer, Nowitzki is expected to play […]

For over much of the season half of his career, Dirk Nowitzki has been willing taking less than his worth in new deals with the Dallas Mavericks. All of this has led to one Mavericks fan to take it upon him to show his gratitude toward the 39-year-old with a personal letter with a unique […]

Dirk Nowitzki is set to enter his 20th year in the league all spent with the Dallas Mavericks with plenty of questions still surrounding his NBA future beyond this upcoming season. With that in mind, Mavericks owner Mark Cuban voiced optimism that he believes Nowitzki is motivated to play at least another campaign after this year […]

Through most of his stellar NBA career, Dirk Nowitzki has been playing power forward for the Dallas Mavericks. However, entering his 20th season, his team will be fielding him in a different position instead. It was revealed recently that the Mavs will be starting the 39-year-old German international at the center position, according to Isaac […]

Through his first two years in the league, Minnesota Timberwolves big man Karl-Anthony Towns has quickly emerged as one of the best and promising young talents. Heading into his third year, Towns is expected to take another significant leap in his game to become a bonafide superstar. The 21-year-old took necessary steps over the summer […]

As Dirk Nowitzki embarks on his 20th season in the NBA, various factors come into play as Nowitzki assesses his future in the league. According to Eddie Sefco of SportsDay, Nowitzki had this to say while hosting his annual pro-celebrity tennis classic at SMU in Dallas: “If I miss another 30 to 40 games in […]

Heading into the 2017-18 NBA season, Dirk Nowitzki is set to tie Tim Duncan and John Stockton for the second-most seasons (19) with one team, trailing just Kobe Bryant (20). It is an extremely rare feat in all of sports, especially in today’s NBA. During Nowitzki’s future Hall of Fame career, he has been a […]

Take a look at Dirk Nowitzki’s Basketball Reference page and you’ll see a trio of the Dallas Mavericks star’s nicknames: Dirty, Tall Baller from the G, German Race Car. However, that list is missing one nickname, one that was given to him by former teammate and current Mavs assistant coach Darrell Armstrong and is apparently […]

Dallas Mavericks guard Seth Curry is spending the offseason in the most adorable of ways. In a Twitter post on Monday made by the Mavericks, Curry was seen invading a classroom full of kids to preach the value of reading. Reading to the kids! @sdotcurry #whospete pic.twitter.com/rGWy4K5SER — Dallas Mavericks (@dallasmavs) September 11, 2017 In […]

The Dallas Mavericks may be in for a rough 2017-18 season after not adding any impact players during the offseason. While newly-drafted point guard Dennis Smith Jr. represents the next era of Mavericks basketball, it will take at least a couple of years before the team is ready to compete with the top of the […]

With this coming season possibly being the last of Dirk Nowitzki’s stellar NBA career, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban understands that his team will be losing more than just an all time great player, but also a consummate professional and leader as well. The 59-year-old billionaire recently spoke with Oliver Maroney of Dime Magazine, where […]

Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki is doing his part for Hurricane Harvey relief by donating proceeds from his upcoming charity tennis event. And now, Mavs owner Mark Cuban is set to do his share by matching all the proceeds from that event up to $2 million, Nowitzki announced on his Twitter feed. Great news! @mcuban […]

With the EuroBasket tournament in full swing, some players have been playing at a very high level, and turning a lot of heads with their strong performances. One of them is incoming Chicago Bulls rookie Lauri Markkanen, who has had three stellar games for Finland, making it possible for his home country to win two […]

Several athletes and professional sports teams have already pitched in to aid the victims of Hurricane Harvey in Houston and nearby areas, but the outpour of support won’t be stopping any time soon with Dirk Nowitzki also joining in to help the relief efforts. The Dallas Mavericks star announced via Twitter that he will give […]

The Dallas Mavericks have struggled the past couple of years after whiffing on superstar free agents in the offseason. However, it seems they have accepted where they are now relative to the rest of the league and have begun to properly build the team from the ground up. While Dirk Nowitzki remains the face of […]