Dirk's championship mindset The Mavericks' 2007 playoff loss to the Warriors remains one of Nowitzki's toughest career setbacks. Yet, beyond the disappointment, it marked a pivotal moment.

In the final chapter of his legendary career, Dirk Nowitzki competed well past the typical NBA prime, playing into his late 30s and early 40s. That longevity set him apart, especially on a Dallas ...

Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki was stunned by the franchise's decision to trade Luka Dončić. On Friday, in his first public comments about the blockbuster, during an appearance at 96.7 ...

Nowitzki knew forcing a leadership style that didn't fit would come off as "fake," and his fellow Mavs players would see right through it. So he led the only way that felt real to him.

New reports suggest the Dallas Mavericks have managed to alienate the most celebrated player in the history of their franchise. Dirk Nowitzki has distanced himself from the Mavericks organization ...

Dirk on his text exchange with Luka Doncic following the trade: "He invited me to come out to his first game in LA… He was pretty down & disappointed on how it went down, so I wanted to be there ...

Dirk Nowitzki says he felt out of sync with the new wave of Mavs teammates: "These guys grew up with phones and social media — I didn't" originally appeared on Basketball Network.