"I always say the basket is like the ocean, and I'm just trying to put the ball in the ocean."
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About Dirk Nowitzki
Dirk Nowitzki is a retired German professional basketball player widely regarded as one of the greatest power forwards of all time. He spent his entire 21-season NBA career with the Dallas Mavericks, achieving numerous accolades including NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) in 2007 and an NBA Championship in 2011 where he was also named the Finals MVP. Nowitzki became known for his scoring ability, especially his signature fadeaway jump shot. Off the court, he was respected for his sportsmanship, loyalty, and philanthropy work.
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