dallas mavericks He is not an NBA giant: in his 42 years of basketball, he won only one ring. But for several years, with the key participation of a foreigner who won the hearts of the entire city, he was a title contender. that player is Dirk Nowitzkiwho gave absolute glory to the Texan team and this Sunday, at Christmas, he was recognized with the highest honors: a statue of him was inaugurated at the gate of the stadium.
Doncic, the star of the present, accompanied Nowitzki at the opening. (AP)Nowitzki was immortalized in a bronze colossus of about seven meters who is taking his classic shot, the “fade away,” a one-legged shot away from the rim that has become a trademark of the German. Precisely in the direction in which he throws the statue, there is a sign that says “Loyalty Never Fades Away”, which translated means “Loyalty never fades.” This is a nod to that play and, furthermore, it is due to the Dirk’s 21 consecutive years on the team -he didn’t play anywhere else-.
Nowitzki unveiled the statue with his son
The presentation of the statue was attended by several glories of the Texan franchise. One of those present was Jason Kidd, champion with Nowitzki and current coach of the team, who already advanced what is the next step for the German: “One More Stop: The Hall of Fame”. Another who came up was luka doncicthe figure of the present, who since his foray into the NBA remained close to Dirk and took his first steps under his wing.
“Loyalty never fades”, the phrase chosen at the unveiling of the Nowitzki statue. (REUTER)Nowitzki’s story in Dallas
The best player in Mavericks history led the franchise to two finals: the first, in 2006, when he lost to the Miami Heat in six games. In 2011 there was revenge, since Dallas faced the same rival, this one led by LeBron Jamesand ended up winning the same way, by four wins to two.
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