Dirk Nowitzki FULL Jersey Retirement Ceremony 

Never forget when somebody twitted "Dirk you are so hard to use in 2k" and Dirk responded "Just press the square button to shoot " 💀🐐 Dude was a savage

Legends are not just known by their stats but by their character, 41 forever!

Who can hate this man, Dirk is one of the most beloved players in NBA History. Even if you weren't a MAVS fan, you had respect and love for him as a player and a person. 41 forever!

As a 25 year old from Dallas, Dirk is responsible for the only championship victory I’ve ever seen for one of my teams. I will never forget that season. 41 forever!!

That one-legged fadeaway will be forever immortalized.

Man I wish Kobe is still here. He would have made a speech as well. So proud of Dirk!🍾

The ONLY thing missing is Kobe being at that arena and talking about Dirk. They truly had some great games against each other. As a Lakers fan, nobody is more deserving than Dirk!!!💯

looking back now...what a great player Dirk was.. he's in the same category with MJ..Kobe..Bird..Magic..Duncan and a few others who was loyal to one team and didn't just chased stats or rings..but they had heart and love for the fans..went through tough times and stuck it out no matter what.. these are legends of the NBA!!

*DIRK NOWITZKI* • 1998 NBA Draft, Round 1 Pick 9 • 21 SEASONS Only One Team Played ( Dallas Mavericks ) • 2007 NBA MVP ( First European Player to Win MVP Award in NBA History ) • 2011 NBA CHAMPION and FINALS MVP • 14X ALL - STAR • 12X ALL NBA • 50 - 40 - 90 CLUB • Tallest Player to Hit 1500 Threes • Tallest Person Ever to Win 3 Point Contest • 6th All Time Leading Scorer in NBA History • Most Free Throws Made, No Misses in NBA Playoffs History, 24/24 ( May 17, 2011 ) • LEGEND

greatest shooting big ever

Germany here... We are so proud of him... Not only for his sport career... For what kind of human he is. It feels so good to see how much love the people in the states give to a German guy. Thanks Dallas... And thanks Dirk to represent our country in the best way!!!

My favorite thing about this is how he took his time to thank every single person. He not only was outstanding on the court but off. Thank you for everything Dirk!

Spurs fan here, but hats off to Dirk and the Mavs for their incredible title run in 2011. That championship is one of the most impressive, well earned and Dirk was not going to let his team and city down. Much respect to one of the best

ONE OF THE GREATEST NBA PLAYERS GOD HAS EVER CREATED.THIS IS SO LEGENDARY MAN!! 41 FOREVER

I'm glad he got him a ring, he's really humble and not cocky and full of himself like a lot of ring holding retirees

As a 29 year old Dallas kid, this dude meant the world to me growing up. Wore my 41 jersey all day that he signed in 2011 after a regular season game in Miami that ended their 13 game win streak. Framed it and put it away for good on my wall after the ceremony.

Dirk’s one ring is more valuable than KD’s participation rings

DIRK is a true Legend. What he did for my city I will never forget. Legends never die!

Dirk is one of my childhood heroes and to see him honored like this last night made my eyes watery. He changed the game for international players and big men alike. International players were not taken serious at one point in time. No 7 footer shot the ball like him before. But, it's his character and what he did off the court that makes me admire him so much. He stayed loyal to his team and fans, he never gave up and worked hard despite having setbacks early on, helped his community, and did it all while remaining humble and respectful to all. Dirk is not just a legendary ball player - he's a legendary human. He deserves this so much and I'm so happy for him.

As a Dallas fan who has met him, dude is the most genuine human being. I'm so glad Mark did this.

As a spurs fan I can truly say we love dirk Nowitzki! Great seeing him compete against Tim Duncan throughout the years. Gave us a hard ass time too haha. Congrats dirk you deserve it. HOF next!

It's hard to think of a player more deserving than the big German, not only has he been a true class act but he truly helped revolutionize the NBA as being one of the first great big shooting man. Congrats Dirk 👏

Totally forgot Stojaković played for the 2011 championship team, cool to see him there! But what can one say about Dirk, true legend of basketball, glad I witnessed his entire career and watched every game of that insane 2011 championship run!

Legend, one of the greatest PF of all time. thanks for all the great memories 💙 41 forever 🐐🐐

Dirk .. I mean just saying his name . No explanation needed . One of the most influential, dominant, and loyal players to ever play professional basketball. Pleaseee take that 10 day offer 😭😭

As a Laker fan, it was so easy to appreciate and respect Dirk all these years. How could you not? True embodiment of what it means to be great.

My Spurs had a run like no other during the great career of Tim Duncan. Part of what made those years so special was seeing my guys stare down the other greats. And Dirk was on the short list of great opponents that made those victories sweeter. And because Dirk was such a nightmare, those years didn't always end in victory. 2006 was especially painful. Every time I reflect on those years, I remember those great battles fondly. And Dirk was as huge an obstacle as the Spurs ever faced. I got to root for Dirk and the Mavs in those 2011 Finals; I was so thrilled for him.

A true legend! Was knocked down for so long. Fought so hard for so long. And NEVER gave up. Came to Dallas and stayed with Dallas and got EXACTLY what he worked so hard for. I went to so many games. The home coming after winning the championship and the parade. I still wear my Dirk jersey. My son has 1 as well. There will never be another Dirk. I will ALWAYS be a fan. #41 Forever🏀💙

Laker nation here. Still hurting about that sweep BUT that was courtesy of the most lethal 7 foot fadeaway in NBA history. Congrats to Dirk! 🐐🇩🇪🏆🔥💪🏼#41

Dirk Nowitzki was one of the greatest players to ever play this game.

There are only a handful of Dirks left now in the NBA... His loyalty, determination and love to the game is missed. Thank you Dirk, for everything! Be healthy and happy!!

Mark went all out...and as well he should. There will never be another Dirk. For a young kid like him to come from all the way across the world to come hear and accomplish what he did was momentous. Especially nowadays people join up and make super teams ect win 80 championship w.e., but people forget that ONE and the road it takes to get that ONE

Completed the greatest playoff run of all time

The one thing that says it all about Dirk is that you won't find fans of any other franchise that generally dislike him. He is beloved all over the league, all over the world.

I've been a Heat fan my whole life, and man we had some epic battles against Dirk and the Mavs. Nothing but love and respect to you Dirk, you are truly of the games greats. As a fan of the game in general, I'll never forget all the great moments you gave us fans. Thank you Dirk and congratulations on your big night. 41 forever!

I love this. I grew up watching Magic and Kareem as a Lakers fan in SoCal, and Michael Jordan later, and then Kobe and Shaq, but from the time Dirk came into the league, you could see he was something special. He deserved EVERY BIT of this pomp and circumstance. The guy was one heck of a player. This was definitely deserved.

What a true legend and a humble man! How can you don't love and respect something like this? Forever 41!

It's krazy seeing players you grow up on getting their jerseys retired. It's like it was yesterday was Killin ppl with Dirk on NBA Street/Live. Congrats, Well deserved, & THANK YOU👏🏾Mr. Nowitzki👏🏾

Dirk is one of the human being who gave the whole World one Signal: be youself and let us live in peace. Thank you, Dirk.

When someone has a move named after them like "the Dirk fade away" you know they made an impact on the game forever. Great ceremony

Winner. Look at him, his accolades and what he means to the NBA community. He’s blessed. And his family, amazing. Blessed Man

The version of Dirk we saw through the 2011 playoffs may be the best basketball player I have ever seen. Ran through the defending champ lakers round two, beat the up and coming thunder with KD and Russ and then beat the Miami heat who everyone for sure thought would beat the Mavericks. Dirk was just playing out of his mind during that stretch. If I remember correctly too I don’t think he missed a single free throw through that playoff run if he did he didn’t miss one til the finals.

What a jersey retirement ceremony! What a legendary career by a legendary player. 41 forever!

He played the game at the highest level. There will never ever be another Dirk Nowitzki. Senegal, West Africa.

As a german you know how much that means to us. He's a true legend and was an incredible good basketball player. Hats off dirk und "Glückwunsch aus Deutschland"!

dirk's speech made me laugh and cry. and i loved seeing tyson in the background smiling at him the whole time. what a great night. also what a beautiful family he has.

We can all agree that 2011 Dirk Nowitzki was unstoppable and one of the top 10 finals performance of all time. That one foot fadeaway jumper was just unblockable!!!

Our favorite player. Will never forget that season nor his career. Named our little chihuahua after him in 2005 and he passed a few months after Dirk retired. What a career!

Will remember forever, the last one superstar, MVP, HOF, and the CHAMPION. This how Dirk always remember

What a legend. I remember sitting on TV and watching this big man causing trouble to every defense. He’s one of the most complete offensive players the game ever seen

This ceremony made it to the big German newscasts today! This guy has had a huge impact on society in general and not limited to sports. 41 forever!!!

I feel like Mark threw a better retirement ceremony than he would a family wedding. Story book ending. Dirk, his family, and his career are beautiful.

Great player, great person. Forever legend

I really hoped that Rick Carlisle was there, he really orchestrated Dirk and the Mavs' dominance in 2011 until Dirk's last ride in 2019.

My fav ever...Dirk is truly a legend ! So glad to see ppl get their flowers while they're still here...1 legged jumper, the fadeaway, beautiful high arch 3 point shot at 7 feet, in his prime would literally grab the rebound and start the fastbreak and could pull up from 3...all great bit his continued work ethic is what I'll remember most as a Mavs fan...to see what he worked hard and developed into was special to observe...salute to my guy Dirk 💯💪🏿

They need to immortalize Holger somewhere in those rafters without him Dirk wouldn’t be the player he was for Dallas!

Dirk served up everyone a mean fade on one leg in that 2011 playoffs.

Dirk led dallas to the championship, beating kobe, harden, westbrook,durant, wade, bosh and lebron during that single playoff run. damn, how tough was that run??

Dirk deserves all of this shine right now. He was loyal and most definitely fulfilled his promise of bringing us a CHAMPIONSHIP!!! I'll never forget being at that parade. Man I'm so happy for Dirk. This is so DOPE!

if you know the run that Dirk went through in the playoffs, you will know this was one of the greatest run by a underdog team, with a legend

I still find it awesome that Luka got to play with Dirk! The two best Mavs in Franchise history! (eventually)...

Dirk forever a Dallas legend 🐐🐐

Best fadeaway shot I've ever seen, hard to block that shot, and he made comebacks from 15 deficits facing Lebron, Wade and that tough Miami squad. Great player, earned that title, never gave up on his team.

What an honour! Dirk is one of my favourite players... A truly legend! ...I remember him at the finals of European National Team Championship in 2005, Belgrade...... Greece - Germany.... He was mainly all the team of Germany.... but the Greek team was much better..... 3 minutes remaining, and the result was obvious... Dirk leaving the court, giving the best for his country.... And a FANTASTIC STANDING OVATION, about 5 minutes, from all the fans in the stadium.... Greeks and Serbs.... recognising the effort and the talent of this GREAT basketball player and athlete.... GREAT MOMENTS OF SPORTSMANSHIP! WHAT A PLAYER!!!

As a Kings fan, I congrats to Dirk Nowitzki for how he change the franchise with the Mavericks. His work ethic is exceptional. Never took short cuts for his legacy.

My boy did it the right way, stayed loyal and sacrificed his legacy to stay with my Mavs. He will forever be my favorite player.

I'm from Würzburg and I'm glad to live there where Dirk comes from :-) We are proud of you Legend!

His fade-away was legendary. The NBA was great in those times. Lakers, Suns, Mavs, Spurs, Jazz, and Rockets used to battle it out.

One of the greatest careers ever!!! Tears in my eyes, watching Dirk start to come up in the game as an absolute monster from 2001-2005, and then watching him get cheated in 2006 and then watching the mavs fall apart in 2007 and then to watch him comeback from it all in 2011… Only one word to describe him, Legendary!!! Thank you Dirk for all the memories as a mavs fan!!! It wasn’t even about wins or losses, or stats or championships, it was that you showed up everyday even when injured, worked hard in the offseasons, never once complained is what we the fans find most inspiring!!!

Even if you weren't a basketball fan, after watching this whole video how can you not feel general joy for the man?

Dirk - class act from beginning to end. I am not even a Mavs fan and I cannot know how anyone can dislike this guy. Congratulations Dirk! Well deserved 👏.

As a San Antonio native, and Spurs fan, I have the utmost respect for Dirk. He was a great player and a class act. Our team really had trouble handling him, and sometimes, we just couldn't. That fadeaway killed us many times.

THAT KOBE AND DIRK MOMENT 😢😢😢😢😢

Diehard Knicks fan but have to take a moment to acknowledge the amazing talent and contributions from #41. Congratulations Dirk, wishing you the best in your future endeavors

Dirk, I went through 54 years of my life and I got to see significance and impressive athleticism. 21 years...Even Julius Erving (Dr. J) is in awe. Congratulations on your retirement and rafter induction.

Wir haben in Deutschland 3 Sport Legenden die ihren Sport und ganze Generationen geprägt haben: Michael Schumacher , Boris Becker und natürlich Dirk Nowitzki. Er hat es in einer Randsportart in Deutschland zu einem der besten Basketballspieler der Welt, aller Zeiten, gebracht. Danke Dirk, Du machst uns sehr stolz! Was wir Deutschen, wie auch ihr Amerikaner, an ihm lieben, ist insbesondere seine Bescheidenheit und seine Höflichkeit. Ihr könnt es mir glauben, wenn er in Deutschland zu Besuch ist, bewegt er sich wie Dein Nachbar von nebenan. Du würdest niemals denken, dass da eine NBA Legende vor dir steht. Keinerlei Star - Allüren, einfach ein toller Mensch und Vorbild. 41 forever!!! In Germany we have 3 sports legends who have defined their sport and entire generations: Michael Schumacher, Boris Becker and of course Dirk Nowitzki. In a marginal sport in Germany, he made it to one of the best basketball players in the world of all time. Thank you Dirk, you make us very proud! What we Germans, like you Americans, love about him is his modesty and politeness. Believe me, when he's visiting Germany, he moves like your neighbor next door. You would never think that there is an NBA legend standing in front of you. No star - airs, just a great person and role model. 41 forever!!!

Clipper fan since day one. Also been a Dirk fan since day one ☝🏽. Thanks for the memories sir. I was really rooting for you that championship year. I will never forget classy Coach Doc Rivers shouting you out that last game against you in LA. Well deserved jersey retirement 👍🏽

*I LOVE HOW THE CEREMONY WAS VERY MUCH LIKE DIRK, just plain and simple ceremony.* Although i wished they let his 2011 championship teammates speak, have a little speech to pay tribute to him u know, id love to hear it from them today, from Tyson, Peja, Shawn.

One of the best player and most humble athlete ever #41 Dirk Nowitzki. Congrats from the Philippines 🇵🇭

Thank you Dirk for the 21 years! I've watched you since day one and supported you the whole way. I've got every jersey. The Mavericks 🐐 the legend! So loyal selfless couldn't ask for a better player to lead a team. Im from Dallas and every team needs a player like Dirk the league would be so much better. My son and Dirk birthday big man thank you for the 21 years. Dallas is forever grateful

Dirk will forever be on my personal top 10 favorite players list. Dude is a legend.

Ngl this was one of the better ceremonies I've seen

2011 title run Dirk will live on forever. Legends never die.

Thank You, Dirk for entertaining us for 21 years. My Childhood is coming back.

As a Lakers fan I’ve always appreciated the sheer greatness of Dirk. He is a true legend and it was a joy watching him play in my childhood! Thanks for beating Miami and their big three! A true NBA great #41

How can you not like this dude.. It's impossible....and I'm not even a Mavs fan.

Man. I grew up in the same home town, saw him play in the local team and seeing this now....insane. Dirk's the man! ♥

Dirk was one of my favorite players😭😭😭 well deserve!’ I’m getting old now all this players I looked up too are retired’

He represents the "never give up until you get it" mentality. Man played with the Mavs his whole career and kept playing until they won their ring, and they got it. Dirk is a real one.

41 forever.. Long live dirk. Thankyou

Dirk ceremonies always make me cry for wholesomeness and all the love and appreciation you feel.

GS fan here. Dirk is one of my favorite and most respected NBA legends. He is not only a great basketball player, he is also a good man.

Legend is always a Legend.. the humble person and great leader.. he deserve it.. congrats #41 MVP Dirk Nowitzki

Such a character Dirk has, no wonder he is loved all over the world! 41Forever!!!!

love dirk man. grew up watching him. legend forever. he deserves all of this

Yeah he was a great shooter as a big and everybody will point to his one leg shot, but I remember him for his footwork and his skills driving to his weak-hand.

I started loving basketball at an early age because of this guy. He's just a natural. He's one of the greatest to ever play. 41 Forever!

The main reason why I played NBA 2k. A true definition of a great player inside and outside of the court. Dirk 41. Legend.

Dirk earned everything he has...the hard way! Good times and bad times he played his ass off. Much respect Dirk. Well done. Gotta also say...Mark Cuban really knows how to pay tribute and appreciate greatness and put on a celebration like this. That's a good boss right there.

Destroyed Lebron in 2011 and tainted Lebron’s career because of his performance against the Heat. Dirk’s the greatest international player ever !!