Don Nelson's bold vision for Dirk Nowitzki during his early Mavericks years.

The future legend was once called a disappointment.

DALLAS — As the Dallas Mavericks’ past unfolded his 7-foot frame to serve Saturday, the team’s present sat a few feet away and offered moral support. Dirk Nowitzki, the NBA Hall of Famer who spent 21 ...

Dirk Nowitzki reflected on Luka Doncic’s early brilliance, saying the young star already played like a “genius” during his teenage years in Dallas. Dirk Nowitzki has a keen eye for champions, and he ...

Steve Nash and Dirk Nowitzki have shared nearly every chapter of an extraordinary NBA journey, from young teammates trying to establish themselves to Hall of Famers who now get to work alongside each ...

Dirk Nowitzki is widely recognized as the key figure behind the Dallas Mavericks' lone NBA championship title. In the intense 2011 playoffs, Dirk stepped up when it mattered most, earning Finals MVP ...

HOUSTON -- Kevin Durant knew how close he was Sunday to surpassing his idol, Dirk Nowitzki, on the NBA's career scoring list. Durant needed the 17 points to move into sixth place on the all-time ...

The MVP, champion and 14-time All-Star shares thoughts on his iconic career ahead of his Hall of Fame induction alongside the Class of 2023. Steve Aschburner Dirk Nowitzki’s unique talent and ...

Kevin Durant sinks a 4th-quarter free throw to pass Hall of Famer Dirk Nowitzki on the all-time scoring list. Joshua Koch | The Associated Press HOUSTON (AP) — Kevin Durant knew Sunday exactly how ...

The Denver Nuggets have been on a tear to start their 2025-26 season, winning ten of their first 12 games as they sit in second place in the Western Conference, trailing only the Oklahoma City Thunder ...

The Dallas Mavericks icon is one of the most celebrated players in NBA history. His 21 years with the Mavs are the most by any NBA player with one team. He is one of those athletes who just doesn’t ...

During an NBA Cup group-stage game between the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets last season, a special guest joined the Mavericks’ local broadcast. Dirk Nowitzki was on the call for the entirety ...