Dirk Nowitzki | Hall of Fame Enshrinement Speech

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[@Torres9MZ]

13:55 his german words to his parents: "What you did for me I will never forget for the rest of my life. If I become half a good parent as you were to me I would be happy" 😢❤

[@WildDogg357]

Thank you for the translation. My German is so rusty after 30 years. I lived in Germany from 1986-1989.

[@aronsium4714]

​@@WildDogg357 So you left before the wall fell. Probably in the righ time bro bec there's so much negativity ever since

[@WildDogg357]

@@aronsium4714 I've been to the camps. I went to the wall I visited East Berlin. I was in a guard tower. I got to look through a rifle scope with with one looking right back at me. My family was relieved and proud eyes full of water when the wall fell.

[@fritzwalter1540]

Absolutely, and Dirk is great. Beloved in Germany. Not like Boris Becker.

[@sikke001]

@@fritzwalter1540 True story. Dirk is more popular in Germany than Adolf Hitler ever was

[@hollins625]

Such a classy and humble guy. His qualities as a human being may even surpass his basketball skills. All German sports fans are proud of you, Dirk!

[@judithoberpaul509]

👍💯🇩🇪🙋‍♀️

[@Thairenner]

Damn Right / Verdammt richtig 💪❤‍🔥

[@elnino0841]

Yes we are! 🇩🇪

[@dirk143]

I never get closer than 12feet to a trash bin to get rid of my litter, 90% it works and I say: What?, my name is Dirk. For 10% I pick it up and quietly put in the bin.

[@jonathanramos8414]

Dirk nowitzki is is one of the best nba players of the 21 century. He's one of Germany's best exports to America along with cars, beer, chocolate, and sausages lol

[@AlexHatesCars]

Absolute class act. We will never see another Dirk Nowitzki. The GOAT for any Dallas fan. We love you Dirk! Thank you!

[@elanzankman4399]

Luka'a already more talented than Dirk so if he sticks around in Dallas he could be the new franchise GOAT

[@LukaDaGoat77]

@@elanzankman4399 I think Luka has a chance to be top 5 all-time in NBA history, but first, he has to win a couple of titles to pass Dirk in franchise history.

[@LaLa2time]

@@elanzankman4399 I’m from Dallas and Luka will never be Dirk period. We love Luka but Dirk is something special.

[@purplehaze1464]

Dirk being compared to Luka is disrespectful to the man smh. Luka may be talented but it hasn't gotten him anywhere besides complaining while losing. Dirk is something special like someone mentioned already

[@doug744]

shut up zoomer

[@LukaDaGoat77]

Greatest International player ever. A top-15 player of all time. First European NBA League MVP. Legendary Signature shot. Leader of one of, if not the hardest, NBA championship runs ever. Changed the game forever. Hall-of-Famer. Legend. Congratulations to the great Dirk Nowitzki.

[@LoganNagol]

What about Hakeem

[@crater3k]

@@LoganNagol I'm sure Dirk's 2011 Mavs team could beat Hakeem's championship teams. Even Dirk's 2006 Finals team could.

[@LukaDaGoat77]

@@LoganNagol I said what I said.

[@TWAvegas]

Written perfectly

[@jdunc3789]

​@LoganNagol Hakeem isn't European lol

[@TheDonkeyFLOPPER]

Really puts things in to perspective listening to dirk. All these people he looked up to and found guidance in when as a mavericks fan we always looked to dirk as the guy. The weight of the organization was on his shoulders for 20 years and he never folded. He gave us fans everything he had. Truly deserving of this honor.

[@steviechampagne]

He accepted his HOF honor with dignity and class, just like he spent his career. Dirk is forever a legend of the game.

[@JordanOne-tw7oh]

🎉the unexchangable GOAT and pioneer of Mavericks🎉

[@anthonytaylor7928]

​@@JordanOne-tw7oha pioneer would be someone before him right?? They did have stars like mark Aguirre. Adrian dantley. Rolando Blackman years before this dude was even thought of so don't get it twisted

[@Silverfox1982]

⁠@@anthonytaylor7928Dirk meant much more to Mavs than the players you mentioned. More all star app. than those three combined, played his entire career there (20+), and brought a chip. Im not a Mavs fan BTW. Dont get it twisted-Just facts.

[@jackdanielss]

That 2011 playoff run the most legendary one IMO...

[@LakersReaction]

As a Lakers fan I agree, he stopped the Lakers 3 peat, young OKC, and the Heatles.. respect to a Legend !

[@kentymashmilo758]

Foreal so many stacked team that time and they arent the favourites but they proved the logic wrong

[@diegoarmando7262]

Alongside the Cavs, I agree. Mavs 2011 is the most special ring for me too. Maybe because it's so well deserved, maybe because they stopped the Lakers, OKC, the Heatles..., maybe because it was a team of veterants who had one last shot to win à championship, maybe it's because Dirk stayed loyal to the end...Maybe it's because of all of this but the thing is, Dirk's Ring is special.

[@FromUpNorth9345]

@@LakersReactionknocked off brandon Roy’s Portland Trailblazers also

[@Lightdion]

@@diegoarmando7262 as a Mavs fan, it was beautiful. No sports movie could have crafted a greater ending than this.

[@Jerrden]

To Mavericks fans, Dirk is the GOAT. Hall of fame player of course, but even better human being. Congrats Dirk on this final chapter of your career! You will forever be cherished.

[@Xhanx11]

Calm down, dude. Chill.

[@BlakeAlexander12]

@@Xhanx11no

[@BlakeAlexander12]

Dude I would like your comment but your comment has exactly 41 likes #41 forever

[@mariopalladino9640]

​@@Xhanx11he said for Mavericks Fans

[@gravityfel7896]

"Now, chin up! Aren't you excited to play with Dirk?" "Uh..yes. He's very good." "He's the greatest." "Yes. He's great." "The. GreatEST." "....yeah..the greatest."

[@CarsonClaws]

Dirk’s single ring holds more significance than hundreds of other player rings imo

[@Mozartkugel]

As a german I can savely say that Dirk Nowitzki is one of the greatest sportsmen this country has ever produced. Easily on par with the likes of Schmeling, Beckenbauer and Schumacher. And his down-to-earth persona is the icing on the cake. What a guy! I’m really happy for him. 🖤❤️💛

[@k.b.7718]

Dude, he's way above proven cheater Schumacher! What the hell are you talking about?!

[@Goldgloves]

Can you translate what Dirk said in German?

[@thorgardhaugen2193]

​​@@Goldgloveshe said: what you did for me I'll never forget for the rest of my life.if I'm only half as good as a father then you were to me as parents then I'm happy

[@Goldgloves]

@mozartkugel danke Freund

[@Thairenner]

Korrekt 💪....hier gibt es nichts weiter zu ergänzen✌

[@blueeyedcowboy8291]

Holger looking so proud. You did an amazing job, sir, with an amazing young man. Thank you, Dirk. The ultimate winner and human being.

[@fighterck6241]

He lived long enough to see him into the HoF.

[@hansmeyer1991]

When they met when Dirk was a teen Holger told him that if he did not do anything and just continued the was he was doing it he would become the best German player of all time. He would not need any help for that. But if he really wants to he could become one of the best players of all time with the right approach. Crazy how Holger saw that in him at 16.

[@evansiegel9261]

You won’t find a more universally beloved athlete than this guy

[@shac0le]

Ganz Deutschland ist Stolz auf dich Dirk. Du hast nicht nur einen Ring für Dallas geholt sondern auch einen für Basketball Deutschland. Du hast den Basketball hier revolutionert. Ohne dich hätte ich niemals mit diesem Wunderbaren Sport angefangen. Danke für alles Dirk!

[@user-yd9qx9mq6u]

Was hat das mit deinem Deutschland Shice zu tun? Nowitzki hat allen relevanten Leuten gedankt, aber du musst da irgendeinen nationalen Rotz draus machen..

[@de_lontekk8019]

This man is 6th all time in scoring and won one of the hardest rings in nba history.

[@1fastford795]

As a die hard spur it was hard to not root for dirk he was a hell of a competitor and one of the greats ❤

[@ToeKneeMarlow]

Same for all of the Spurs in that time ,f rom Dallas, hard fought rivalry! Much love ❤

[@Xhanx11]

Calm down, dude. Chill.

[@BillTony2]

As a 60 year old Mavs fan, the Spurs were my 2nd favorite team. When I was young, I used to listen to their games on the radio before we got a team in Dallas. I loved James Silas, the Iceman and the A-Train. I still rooted for them all the time except against the Mavs. I loved the fact that they built around star players over the years without constant turnover. Dirk having to play with 200 plus teammates is an absolute travesty and indictment against Mark Cuban,

[@oldthug2309]

@@Xhanx11Huh? 😭😭 what are you yapping about

[@clutch7548]

@@Xhanx11Shut up

[@Dracu13]

Before even watching this I knew I'd cry my eyes out at some point. What he said to his parents was: "If I can be half as good a father as you have been parents to me, I'm lucky." Dirk - absolute Legend

[@WildDogg357]

Danke schoen! Mein deutsch ist schwach nach 30 jahren.

[@jjones317]

Thanks for the translation. What a great son.

[@Hlirving15]

Such a great guy and I have always had a lot of respect for him and after seeing this, I have even more respect for him.

[@allanpaoloalingod1863]

The teary eye of Holger is a testament how proud he is on what his student accomplished. ❤

[@impasse0124]

I’m smiling from ear to ear listening to Dirk’s speech. What a great guy 😊

[@lukaskole2995]

Man Holger tearing up at 12:17 got me. You can really see how much he cares about Dirk. I really got into basketball and became a true Mavs fan because of Dirk. Ill never forget his time in Dallas. He deserves this

[@cyturtle]

Same for me, man. We’ve been spoiled as Mavs fans, for sure!

[@lukaskole2995]

@@cyturtle For sure. Hopefully we can get some better defense here soon and give Luka a better supporting cast. I'm really not sure about Kyrie rn. Kind of looked like a disaster this last season 😢

[@justlovenohate4662]

hear hear! especially the 02-03 Mavs? Wheew.. Whenever they play the Sacramento Kings? Best times.

[@r33th]

I think I speak for many Spurs fans when I say that Dirk and the Mavs were our home team away from home. I always rooted for the Mavs unless it was against the Spurs, and when they won in 2011 I was so happy for them, it almost felt like celebrating another spurs title. The mavs have always been a brother franchise to the Spurs, and that kind of respect and admiration is special.

[@evansiegel9261]

Funny you say that bc Mavs fans have a similar sentiment, which was just never true with the Rockets. That 2006 playoff series, it almost didn’t matter who won, was just damn good basketball

[@user-he3ek4sy3i]

As a Rockets fan, I always went with the Texan teams If we didn't make the playoffs, or got kicked out.😂

[@gusthegrinch7390]

Texas first! The rest just better be glad we let them play us. MFFL

[@marimarrivera4643]

Oh my gosh! As a Mavs fan I feel the same! Thank you 💛

[@LockedOnMavericks]

Just playing this on repeat forever...

[@LukaDaGoat77]

When's the podcast??😂

[@highfalutinman]

Raccoon squad represent!!

[@adingdingdiiing6740]

Dirk and Timmy. Two of the greatest forwards who didn't talk much but just killed you on the court every single time.

[@rcup6797]

Man took the words out of my mouth. I live in Irving tx but have always been a Tim Duncan fan and he has my mom's last name so that helped to. Lol

[@KobaniacMinded]

Love how Dirk shouted out Mike Finley and how everyone who knows Finley says hes a pro on and off the court 👑

[@obizzl2010]

I went to a mavs party back in 22 and Mike pulled up in a Porsche in a full suit and nobody was dressed up! He gave me a nod and I was like yo! He didn't say a word and I looked like a bum cause I didn't know I was going to end up at a mavs party that night. Saw najera and nash which I question nba height listings cause I was almost looking him (nash) eye to eye.

[@reymondcastro8354]

A Hall of Fame Speech + Stand Up Comedy Routine 😂😂😂😂 The real GOAT right here!!!

[@LilCassiopeia]

As Tony Parker put it yesterday he is the G.O.A.T of european basketball. Today we have guys like Jokic or Giannis winning MVPs and being the face of their franchise. Dirk was not the first player from europe but the most important one in paving a way for this new generation of young international players. Now no NBA team cannot affford to not scout oversees and missing out on potential international stars. Thx Dirk from Germany for your contribution to your home country and the national team! ❤

[@hileute45sd41]

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[@kyorikusagami84]

Where did he say that?

[@LilCassiopeia]

@@kyorikusagami84 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZLQXqlum5l3ftk Press Conference at the day before the Hall of Fame Enshrinement around 06:13 the question starts.

[@newchannel416]

Galis is the goat of european basketball

[@bobby38bcn11]

I will always remember euro2005 when Dirk and 4 other guys beat Spain to reach the final. Germany was absolutely nothing and Dirk even paid with his own money to play for his national team. And when the topic was mentioned in a contract renewal talk, he made it very clear "29 franchises would be put happy to insert a national team clause". Topic closed 😂

[@DerDinooo]

Germany is proud of you Dirk. Still a Superstar for us and such a lovely guy.

[@therhymerr]

Constantly gives the people in his life credit while trying to drop knowledge that everybody can use to better their lives. #41 your a hero

[@RebrandenSports]

I think I speak for all mavs fans when I say, thank you Dirk. You deserve this !

[@DanieldeBavaria]

What a wonderful speech. The 2011 title was the best title win of the last 20 years.

[@kanajingly8957]

2011 and 2014 spurs championships, two of my favourites ever, and couldn't come against a more deserving opponent to lose.

[@Odyseuss08]

2016 was pretty nice as well.

[@Tony_Toni_Tone]

So much respect for this guy. All the trials and tribulations he went through. What a legend. And thanks Nelly for letting Dirk be Dirk.

[@Hienieken]

One of the best speeches ever at the HOF..

[@magluf]

that's wild, it was literally just a list of addressed "thank yous" xD I'd give it a generous 7/10

[@serbonkers4130]

​@@maglufbet you gave wade 10/10 or a 9 😂

[@magluf]

@@serbonkers4130 nah. I'd say Rodman's was a 10/10, tho. Can't think of any others as of now.

[@magluf]

@@SonicCollectionsPS2Noises sure, you got me

[@magluf]

@@dasdarfdochwohlnichtwahrsein for a 10/10? not just a list of thank yous. Check out AI's and Rodman's, those are 10/10 for sure!

[@Drumming_Monkey]

Translation of what he said to his parents: "As long as I live I will never forget what you have done for me. If I can be half the father you were to me as parents, I will be happy." Maybe the classiest player of all time. What a guy. Danke, Dirk.

[@judithoberpaul509]

👍💯🇩🇪🙋‍♀️

[@WildDogg357]

Thank you. My German is all rusted.

[@Drumming_Monkey]

@@WildDogg357 No problem. :)

[@haqgeneral]

You can tell his wife is his number 1 supporter, first one to stand and the rest followed along. D.N will always be a legend in the NBA.

[@nonamelegend_vapor]

I can’t express how much Dirk means to me as a Mavs fan

[@user-nx3kc1hd2q]

Honestly teary eyes here. To see my 1 and only NBA Idol being a Hall of Fame inductee is very unimaginable. Thank you DIRK!!! Greetings from Philippines

[@johnlouisevillafuerte4219]

How can you hate this guy!? This guy is so lovable that even if he is speaking, you'll love him and respect him!

[@johnsherman4035]

Dirk revolutionized the game. I remember watching big men in the 70's, 80's and 90's. All were stationary. Then Dirk comes along and handles the ball like a point cared, crossing over down the lane and dunking. He was far more than a shooter. But he was as clutch as they came. And should have two rings cuz 06 was a theft by the refs.

[@janry420]

agreed 06 finals was rigged as hell.

[@ToeKneeMarlow]

All of this! 💙

[@BillTony2]

Conspiracy in my opinion in 2006. Dwayne Wade's family member in Chicago has mysterious death. He later allows his son to be treated like a girl. Now he gets all this TV show fame. Finally, he is some sort of part owner with the Utah Jazz but you see him more at Miami Heat games. This is all suspicious. By the way, I believe there was a cloud around one of the refs too.

[@taysira.505]

plus Mark Cuban messed up his trajectory that summer when he didn't sign Tyson Chandler lmao Dirk could have run it back

[@Rephic]

W speech fr, when you’re green you grow when you’re ripe you rot. So inspirational Dirk 🤧

[@HeadilleONeal]

Who is cutting onions? Every moment from his last game in Dallas, the statue, Hallm of fame enrishment, every moment is sooo sooo wholesome. There should be more human beings like Dirk Nowitzki!!!

[@sahilpatel5412]

That last line is pure class. Classic Dirk. Legend

[@JoshuaFrick3]

Favorite player of All Time #41 but what makes Dirk truly special is he’s an even better human being.

[@achimwitcoustic9585]

❤

[@EbizzerHH]

Changed the game forever but more important is the definition of a class act and a loyal man! If you don't love Dirk, you need counselling! So deserved my man! One of the greatest of all time! Love you Dirk!

[@BillTony2]

For Charles Barkley and Larry Bird to speak at his Dallas retirement speaks volumes.

[@schmaachallaschmach6821]

So Lebron needs counselling

[@julespilapilacosta2763]

I told my son to watch Dirk whenever he plays. To make sure to observe the nuances between him and the other centers he played against. To pattern his game to Dirk's. That's how i respected and loved his game. And how he carried himself on and off the court, that's sweet. The GOAT for me. The German Wunderkind. My guy....

[@AbiV31]

My goat. He put me on the game. The post moves, fadeaway, pivot, and pump fake. He stayed on one team and WON

[@high-defRJ]

When Dirk retired, I shed the tear. His dedication to the game, city of Dallas, and especially grinding in a foreign country and needing to learn/refine English to assimilate initially, he has persevered through tough time to be the best and the leader of the Mavs, and bringing that title. One of the greatest to ever play the game, and congratulations to the HOF induction.

[@junpyocempron]

“Always see yourself as someone who wants to learn, and not see yourself as someone who knows everything already. I've had so many great lessons taught to me by incredible teachers, and you will find them too. So remember, when you're green, you grow. When you're ripe, you rot.” Thanks Dirk!

[@El_bigC]

Great to see Avery smiling. I miss that guy

[@arammeraz4269]

Big congratulations and respect to Dirk from a Spurs fan! Those battles were legendary and he was always a worthy opponent. ❤

[@nickferry7796]

Respect to Holger man you can tell how proud he is of Dirk just in his eyes

[@CDsurfer]

LETS GO DIRK, that 2011 Mavs team beating that super team was something special

[@dtownrocker22]

So ein guter Spieler, aber noch besserer Mensch! Gratulation zur Hall of Fame Dirk, verdienter geht nicht!

[@LakersReaction]

Love Dirks game and how he is, will never be another like him. Great speech and hilarious 🥲 misss him in the NBA, thank you Dirk!

[@rcup6797]

Man Dirk you are a class act and we here in Dallas tx will always be grateful that you made this home and didn't waver but stayed loyal to this city. You will always be OUR CHAMPION NOW AND I ALWAYS. NOTHING BUT LOVE AND RESPECT FOR YOU LITTLE BIG BROTHER.MAY YOU AND YOUR FAMILY BE BLESSED ALWAYS AND FOREVER. #MFFL Also i grew up in Amberg Germany for a bit and my experience there as a kid was life changing to learn about another country was great. The German ppl i met where always nice and giving.1983 to 1989. Thank you

[@rafikz77]

As a Spurs fan I’ve always like Dirk, total class act and those battles we had with Dallas were great and nerve wrecking at the same time. I was so happy for him in 2011

[@41Dirk]

终于你的篮球故事圆满了，我也从一个大学新生变成了接近40岁的中年，不管时间多久，你依然是我真实且唯一的偶像，感谢你对达拉斯、对篮球和世界的贡献！永远爱你！Dirk

[@jakeb3055]

Gosh, this particular group of inductees is hitting me. I am 47 and grew up watching Bird and Magic. They retired when I was just a teenager. But watching Dirk and others that are around my get inducted is bittersweet. Getting old is blessing and a curse. A blessing because you appreciate so much more because you’re not as dumb as you used to be. But a curse because you wish you could go back and relive your youth. It’s so precious and beautiful but it’s gone so fast.

[@ShugaAnnSpyce]

This makes me so emotional as a MFFLer. Congrats Dirk!

[@judithoberpaul509]

Congratulations to Dirk from his native Germany. You are a wonderful representative of your sport. Be proud of yourself and stay as you are just super human....🇩🇪🙋‍♀️

[@jayh7596]

Everyone Loves DIRK! LEGEND!

[@S3m57]

From Dallas and is one of the most loyal, humble players in the league. Stayed with us his entire career of 21 years. Im so happy for him. Our favorite German. 100% deserved and almost in tears 😭

[@TheRealPugeHenis]

In 98/99 I stayed a year in America. It was Dirks first year. I told my host family, look at him, he's the Man. He's gonna be a great player. Little i have known, he exceeded my expectations by a universe.

[@MeanPoopy]

A legend my man. I still remember watching those playoffs with my family. I’ll always have that memory.

[@SleathDS]

Dirk may be the last man to be loyal to a team for 20+ years. Respect to one of the greats.

[@mhua2]

True. Unless if Giannis leaves.

[@WildDogg357]

21 years... Kobe 20. Duncan 19.

[@SleathDS]

@@mhua2 I think the Joker has good shot due to his play style. Giannis worries me on his physical play style besides that definitely agree with your comment.

[@SleathDS]

@@WildDogg357Legends at work

[@eltoncollier9568]

Kobe, Duncan, Haslem

[@piercefisher8132]

As a Dallas native Dirk will forever and always be my personal goat #41 4eva 🙏🏾

[@jamezason]

As a Kentucky native Dirk will forever and always be my personal goat #41 4eva 🙏🏻

[@mastergamingnic1681]

He’s German and he can joke? Truly one of a kind

[@texasrfan]

Every fan's relationship with Dirk is so personal (mine included). It is that common theme that molds this whole thing together. He's our friend, our idol, our hero. Everything about the relationship is pure and speaks to the common folk. It's once in a lifetime.

[@Eat_My_Shortz]

I’m really shocked he didn’t mention Jason Terry. So many playoff battles with him.

[@williamk2257]

Exactly what I said pretty crazy leaving the Jet out otherwise great speech.

[@kingsupreme25]

I was just thinking this. But I guess it's hard to name everybody from a long career

[@michdo23]

Amazing how rested and good he looks. Much better than when he was active. I am so happy for him that he enjoys life.

[@barryb5562]

Dirk will always be one of my favorite basketball players of all time. A good man and a legendary player. Congrats, you deserve this.

[@RebrandenSports]

Dirk deserves all the love !!!

[@64mkb]

As a Spurs fan, I always admired Dirk. ❤🎉. "When you're green, you grow; when you're ripe, you rot."

[@derbusfahrer9574]

As a Mavs fan I will always admire Spurs Fans. I hope that we can soon enjoy intense playoff battles between our two teams again👍🏼

[@brandonethereal1084]

When you think of the Mavs, you cant help but to think of Dirk right away.🏀🐐

[@vonSchleck84]

Thank you, dirk! For everything. What a great role model you are for every German baller. You changed our world forever. 🙏🫶

[@Marley9799]

We germans didn’t appreciate Dirks accomplishments as we should’ve done. He’s our GOAT.

[@DataCenter21]

One of the most humble superstars

[@chap_.]

From every single one of us from Dallas, thank you for everything Dirk 💙

[@sproutzer]

Coming from a Laker fan, he was a bad man. A pleasure and joy to watch. If not the first, one of the first stretch big men. Him and Nash on the Mavs where so fun watching.

[@aryamanmani4025]

The International GOAT. Top 3 PF of all time. 41 Forever.

[@nbapbaupdate8338]

Dirk Nowitzki KING of Dallas Mavericks & loyalty in his organization 💪🔥💪

[@wilfredlenon824]

He mentioned names as his role models ...... not knowing HE HIMSELF,IS THE BEST ROLE MODEL THIS LEAGUE EVER HAD....... He's not the best in his position.....not the greatest shooter....not the best defender.... BUT BEING A PLAYER and HUMAN BEING in the league.......hands down,HE'S THE GOAT. The only player loved by every players,coaches and fans in NBA.......DIRK NOWITZKI,41,DALLAS MAVERICKS.

[@marskeins]

As a diehard Mavs fan. I knew the tears would start flowing once his time came. So well deserved!! Congrats Dirkie!!

[@bbear88]

Congrats Dirk!! Deepest love from a spurs fan! 🖤🩶🤝💙🩶

[@ToeKneeMarlow]

Congrats to ALL of the Spurs!! Much love from Dallas!! 💙

[@jadeng6191]

Dirk, got one of the toughest rings in the nba, got mavs their first champ, loyal, and one of the greatest basketball players in the world. He left a legacy and passed the torch to Luka Doncic to lead the Mavs on their next journey

[@heavyrelic8506]

No bullshit, just honest and kind words with lots of respect. We salute you Dirkules 🫡

[@kayodeogunmefun4096]

When you are green, you grow. When you are ripe, you rot. Hmm, I have never thought of something like that. Wisdom from Dirk. Put that into perspective. That is a lesson for all areas and aspects of life.

[@richardhorton70]

Class act. Nothing but respect for Dirk!

[@Money043]

This right here is what you call a legend

[@mikegonzales3286]

Dirk is the G.O.A.T! A complete player. Very competitive and tough. A humble giant. Thank you for everything you’ve contributed to the game. 🐐🏆

[@danielEX-M]

Dirk, du warst auf und neben dem Platz eine echte Vorbildfunktion. Solche Sportler gibt es nur ganz selten! Riesen Kompliment an dich und deine Karriere. Absolute Legende in diesem Sport!

[@ivanperez6266]

Dirk for years had the Mavs winning 50+ wins. The mural of him in Dallas is a great representation of the respect & love Dallas has for him. Grew up watching him as a kid. Wished I could catch him throwing the ball up one last game 🥹

[@bdkq1902]

One of the greatest power forwards ever.

[@oocinom]

Dirk paved the way for Stretch Bigs. Now all big men must have the shooting skill to be relevant.

[@LeoAnyaya]

Exactly!

[@MeredithAnne88]

I already love Dirk, but this speech is a masterclass. He listed several qualities and gave great supporting points. People in speech class, pay attention.

[@serbonkers4130]

Forever 41 ❤

[@shweetsandi]

Dirk YOU are the Face of the Dallas Mavericks! Thanks for all you did for our area. Your wife & children are precious. Go and enjoy the next phase of your life.

[@scarfaceplays6297]

Congrats dirk your 2011 championship run will forever be semented as one of the greatest runs if not the best of all time...

[@GlueGuy20]

JET should really be with Dirk here fr. He's the one who's been with him the longest.

[@joebo1072]

The German sentence made me speechless. What more can parents get from their son.

[@NM-vw6xq]

What did he say? Can anyone translate?

[@c.g.n2715]

What you have done for me I will never forget for the rest of my life and if I become a father half as good as you parents were for me then I will be happy.

[@Pacekftw]

Mentioning Holger made my cry.

[@bitcoinisfreedom5265]

Dirk is 1 of only approx 15 players to have both regular season and finals mvp.

[@MADMAX-tq9cz]

Dirk and that one foot fadeaway jumper…man it was unstoppable! Congrats big man!