Dirk Nowitzki

Dirk Nowitzki transformed the NBA with his unique blend of size, skill, and shooting. Standing at 7 feet tall, the German forward spent his entire 21-season career with the Dallas Mavericks, earning respect as one of the most versatile big men in league history.

Known for his signature one-legged fadeaway, Nowitzki scored over 31,000 points—ranking sixth all-time—and became the highest-scoring foreign-born player in NBA history. He led the Mavericks to their first and only NBA championship in 2011, defeating a heavily favored Miami Heat team and earning Finals MVP honors.

A 14-time All-Star and 2007 league MVP, Nowitzki was also named to 12 All-NBA teams throughout his career. Beyond the stats, he was known for his humility, loyalty, and impact on the global game.

Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2023, Dirk’s influence continues to shape generations of international players aiming for greatness in the NBA.

Nowitzki's Awards

• German Bundesliga MVP (1999)
• German Bundesliga Top Scorer (1999)
• FIBA World Cup MVP (2002)
• FIBA EuroBasket MVP (2005)
• FIBA EuroBasket Dream Team (2020)
• 6× Euroscar Player of the Year (2002–2006, 2011)
• 2× FIBA Europe Men's Player of the Year (2005, 2011)
• Mister Europa Player of the Year (2005)
• Silbernes Lorbeerblatt (2011)
• German Sports Personality of the Year (2011)
• Laureus Lifetime Achievement Award (2020)
• 14 retired by Germany national team
• 41 retired by Dallas Mavericks

NBA Records

• NBA champion (2011)
• NBA Finals MVP (2011)
• NBA Most Valuable Player (2007)
• 14× NBA All-Star (2002–2012, 2014, 2015, 2019)
• 4× All-NBA First Team (2005–2007, 2009)
• 5× All-NBA Second Team (2002, 2003, 2008, 2010, 2011)
• 3× All-NBA Third Team (2001, 2004, 2012)
• 50–40–90 club (2007)
• NBA Three-Point Contest champion (2006)
• NBA 75th Anniversary Team

NBA Teams