Dunkin' Dirk Nowitzki is trying to lead the Dallas Mavericks to their first NBA title. Find out more about this b-ball superstar right here.
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Dirk Nowitzki was born in 1979 in Wurzburg, all around basketball player. After leading a team of international junior players to a surprise victory over a US junior team at a tournament in 1998, NBA scouts began to take notice.Dirk Nowitzki - From Deutschland to Dallas 213z1a
Dirk Nowitzki was drafted in the first round of the 1998 NBA Draft by the Milwaukee Bucks, who immediately traded him to the Dallas Mavericks. After a disappointing rookie season, Nowitzki emergered as a star in 2000 and was named the NBA's most improved player. The following season, Nowitzki averaged 21.8 points per game and led the Mavericks to their first playoff appearance in 11 years. He also became the first member of the Mavs to be named to the All-NBA Team.Dirk Nowitzki - NBA Superstar a494p
Dirk Nowitzki's rare combination of size and athleticism has made him one of the best all around players in 2006 NBA All-Star Team and led the Mavs to their first ever appearance in the NBA Finals.Dirk Nowitzki - Did U Know? 35e6b
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