Dirk Nowitzki on fiancée’s arrest: Embarrassed to be in public

14-time NBA All-Star Dirk Nowitzki looks back on a challenging time in his life: hiring a private investigator in 2009 to learn that his then-fiancée Cristal Taylor had a sketchy past, leading to her arrest for fraud. Dirk says he was shocked and embarrassed by the incident, especially as his notoriously private personal life suddenly turned public. He recalls playing especially well in a playoff series against the Denver Nuggets as news of his fiancée's shady past and multiple aliases began capturing media headlines, and later he shares part of the process that helped him to get over it.
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[@wtfx5757]

You can’t not love this guy. 1 team his entire career and an nba champion. Absolute legend

[@moshpitrob305]

that yr they beat us the heat it was a good comeback story

[@d.felixphoto2260]

What does 1 team his entire career have to do with anything. Lol. That's like saying you respect a guy for having 1 women since he was a teenager? If it was a different owner they would have let him go so how would that have changed your view of him?

[@Jrock420blam]

don't care about 1 team, players aren't slaves but I do love Dirk very much.

[@wtfx5757]

@@Jrock420blam not slaves, but it does show his love and respect for the organization and fans.

[@Jrock420blam]

@@wtfx5757 no it doesn't, the team could have not signed him back or traded him without his consent and then what, that means he has no respect or love for them? If he had left at any point it means he had no respect or love? It just doesn't make any sense. His showing of love and respect for the org and fans is not defined by him not being traded it is defined by his words and actions for the team and city. If anything it shows their love and respect for him, they never drove him off the team or alienated him. They built a team around him and didn't force him to leave to find a franchise that cares about wnning.

[@peoplearestupid4276]

Dirk has to be one of the most respectful guys on and off court.

[@keithmorgan742]

Graham doesn't seem to know that he smiles at the MOST inappropriate times. It's incredibly strange.

[@jerricavandyke]

Thank you Dirk for not going into it about my mother! You answered every question very well. I’m very honored to have spent time with you and had a chance to know you. You were very sweet, kind and brought us in just like family. I remember when you and I were sitting on the trampoline and we would talk. Another great memory, when we were watching a movie and I wanted to go to bed early and you said “it’s spring break.” Lol. I was so tired. Stay blessed and humble. 💕💕 I thank you for ever and ever that you didn’t entertain his questions

[@sinatra3021]

I remember this very well. I felt so bad that he had to deal with tabloid press. Dirk never stepped a toe out of line and some crazy lady almost ruined his life.

[@tacotom3492]

Pretty wild.. she took a few guys. Glad Dirk got over it. Obviously it's hard not to be embarrassed but the woman was a pro con artist . Hopefully she got help

[@steviechampagne]

@@tacotom3492 nah hopefully she got what was coming to her. you don’t ruin multiple peoples live and gain any sympathy. she can get fucked

[@jman9838]

As they all do

[@rossgooding7423]

Hopefully she got jail…

[@HAINE-]

Kevin Durant toe was on the line

[@ar39666]

So gracefully dodged the very personal question even when the interviewer repeatedly asked the question again

[@tacotom3492]

Mean he got taken.. it's not rocket science .. is what it is "The interviewer".. who's page you're at.. 🤣🤣

[@mattstopa9436]

Graham always asks the questions he shouldn't

[@johnpena9165]

Sounds like he got played like a fiddle apparently she saw something in him that that allowed her to do what she did !

[@lockandloadlikehell]

@@mattstopa9436 "he shouldnt"

[@denistuohy2535]

@@mattstopa9436 Graham is just an old school interviewer. He asks everything and hopes they answer some things. Which makes for very interesting interviews when people actually do open up.

[@TheGraveyard63]

Perfect example of "they take your kindness for weakness"

[@NoahBrwn]

no issues, no scandals, no bullshit just straight honest and genuine hoopin. what a person and a player. what a Legend

[@chedreams]

Lebron's been the face of the league for 20 years. What issues, scandals has he been involved in?? You're a dummy.

[@shaylinmonk9208]

Dirk is class and integrity that you just don’t find today. My heart broke for him. He loved her and it just wasn’t just being embarrassed. His wife now is such a blessing.

[@marknesemeier3882]

NBA needs a bunch more guys like him, very descent and respectful guy

[@davidpeters2625]

Dirk is such a humble, down to earth guy..... how can you not like him? I kinda wish that I had rooted for him when he was much younger and not in the later stages in his career

[@safs_dk]

Same, hated the Mavs for no reason, and definitely hated them beating the Heat, but he's a legend and a great guy.

[@jessicamarie8299]

He should never married a keisha he’s a sellout

[@willis8744]

Wait so he dropped his future wife, didnt miss her at all, right, because she got arrested, i understand getting sentenced to 5 years, but to just be like he didnt miss her at all or was like im not even sad for her at all or not gonna put a single dollar on her books? Thats just weird, not try to get a high powered lawyer,,, nothing??? Im getting this right?

[@FREE_GERMANY_]

Dirk is just too humble. Biggest heart ever

[@trevord44]

It’s cool to see Graham initiate questions about risky topics with confidence but respect. Reminded me of when he asked Kobe about his allegations with the same consistency as any other question and Kobe didn’t deflect and gave a solid answer. Rarely see this respect and candidness in the media today.

[@undergroundunlimited2282]

100% class y’all! Tim Donoughy may have robbed him in 2006 but that title in 2011 will always be respected by all. Incredible.

[@kbthegoat824]

He choked in 2006 and didn't in 2011. That was the difference

[@huckstaunfiltered8200]

#SportsAreRigged

[@RedLeo-pf9yo]

THAT WAS AN EMBARRASSMENT TO THE NBA BECAUSE OF OBVIOUS PAID OFF REFS, SO THE NBA TRIES TO IGNORE IT LIKE IT DIDNT HAPPEN !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@rabd3721]

I agree that Wade was sent to the foul line way too often in 2006, but Dirk himself has admitted he came up short in 2006 based on his performance. He missed quite a few clutch shots during the last 4 games of that series.

[@Shinobi33]

@@rabd3721 Wade earned those trips to the line. They couldn't stop him at all. Fouling was their only recourse. You guys need to chill with all that noise

[@kylegraham7117]

Yo honestly watching Dirk post retirement I gotta say MAN I MISS THIS GUY. Love you Dirk ❤

[@moniquewrites9046]

I remember this but it never made me doubt Dirk’s character. I never even wanted to look it up because of all the reasons Dirk stated. He is always private. He is a professional’s professional. And thanks to her showing her true colors, he has the family he deserves.

[@rzagzaodb24]

Nice people always get taken advantage of it’s the sad truth. Glad he found happiness after all of that BS.

[@dafcorleone]

Dirk Is a class act! And superb player

[@jaeyoung3107]

Dirk: I don't really wanna get into that Interviewer: LETS GET INTO THAT

[@olcowcatcher671]

One of the most unnoticed great players of all time lots of respect from me

[@user-bf5vi6yg8n]

Dirk is the man, we love you in Dallas

[@Coolmike19]

Dirk is so laid back, and humble and such a great competitor

[@jordanjreamer203]

Dirk is a real one he said family love and unity is the cure although interviews like pin pointing pain & strange situations you could tell dirk prevailed through this great job dirk great interview way to get in touch with dirk progressive spirit 👑🙏🏾🧿

[@Kenkoopa44]

Never knew this happened. Crazy! Nothing but love for the big Schnitzel!

[@lakersrdbest]

Dirk is tough for answering these question. Thank you for doing this! You're a tough man and I'm happy he found true happiness😊❤🙏💪🙌

[@gordondewittjr2347]

Dirk, very difficult topic to think about again and discuss. However, what you shared was very insightful and helpful to others who aren’t sure how to put the next foot forward. Big fan!

[@calvinrivera49]

Dirk is such a class act. A great role model - for us younger men.

[@flyguy7825]

Dirk nowitzki is my favorite NBA player of all time and I'm not just saying that because I'm a Dallas Mavericks fan That situation took a lot out of him But it also motivated him to win a title

[@bboyshotty]

what a good hearted guy..one of my all time favs

[@tme123211]

Dirk is probably the most genuine nba player ever.

[@cristianclaros8791]

Wait what happened

[@keithborden4049]

Class Act. He is truly one of my favorite players, an all around nice individual

[@Roc_Official]

Dirk is such a humble and good dude 💯 how can anybody dislike him.

[@fofaplayer6928]

Well done conducting this interview graham. Thank you dirk for sharing

[@fofaplayer6928]

Auto correct almost had me call dirk “dork” 😂

[@asanijahbarriwentgordon1374]

Great guy great player great all around human. Salute

[@Wo1fLarsen]

I love Dirk. I remember watching him at 17 going against the US All American team. You could tell he was legit right away.

[@shanemalloy627]

Great interview

[@MrFraiche]

Dirk will always be remembered as the man who took down arguably THE greatest player of all-time in his prime on a superteam with the 3rd best shooting guard of all-time. That is on this dude's resume. Fucking respect. 👊

[@desmondhoward6253]

First time seeing dirk talk like this he seems chill he's a goat

[@roba5098]

Houston Rockets fan here. Hate the Mavericks and Hated Dirk only because he was such a great great player! Underrated even. Miss those 2000s players.

[@NoName-cn3cp]

As a Spurs fan I did not like Dirk, but I always respected him. I was so happy for him when he finally won his championship. As you can tell by the tribute we gave him in his last game here, San Antonio has so much respect for Dirk.

[@arthurvaldepena4514]

You didn't give him the tribute the spurs did

[@NoName-cn3cp]

@@arthurvaldepena4514 I am the Spurs

[@pfanzers]

@@arthurvaldepena4514 I’m a huge Spurs fan and made sure to have tickets to dirks final game, which was in San Antonio. Good game, all the fans cheers loud as fuck for him when he scored. Miss watching him and Timmy go at it

[@arthurvaldepena4514]

@@NoName-cn3cp well good luck without pop

[@NoName-cn3cp]

@@arthurvaldepena4514 Pop deserves his time away whenever he chooses. He has given everything to my franchise and has earned the right to leave on his terms.

[@travisbruce5096]

Wow I didn't even know

[@Carrera_Quan]

Dirk scored like 30pts the next day. That's a professional.

[@trailblazer77]

That step back was ungauardable

[@nedstarks4142]

He starting to sound like Arnold 😂

[@sneakesnake]

One of my favorite players of all time on and off the court!

[@luzluna6808]

I love Dirk, he's one of my faves a great guy.

[@erivers71]

Dirk is such a cool dude man! Respect.

[@nowayjose6987]

Dirk is a humble person and a legend 🐐💯💪🙏👍

[@Gamer_Cafe]

No need to be embarrassed buddy we love you all the same

[@NMTrucks]

I did not know about this. Wow, that had to suck.

[@desnutz901]

Thx Dirk for being REAL

[@ComedicPause]

I think Graham probed a bit too much into something too personal here. Dirk's understandably uncomfortable getting into the details.

[@wlachappelle]

I think so to Fred , I would have walked on him going to far that was in his past and he didn't do anything wrong that person was the problem

[@angieburnett4341]

I've always loved Dirk! Even though he wasn't on my team back in the day I always respected him & thoroughly enjoyed watching his game. Has anyone who's honest ever had a bad word to say about him? I watched a prank with him once, he was out to dinner with friends. This kid kept asking for his autograph on different items & no matter how much he brought Dirk was the humble guy that just did it for him. His friends were like, "dude, you're WAY too nice!! You know he's gonna sell 90% of that!" So sorry for what he went through with that 'lady' he didn't deserve it. I hope he's past it & now happy. 💕💕

[@alexm2008]

Dirk is a legend. Coming from a Heat fan. Squeaky clean Public life. Never knew about this

[@underpaidcollectibles]

so happy it all turned out well for him

[@problydanny2755]

I’m sure he picked this show for a reason. Seemed like he was disappointed with the line of questioning. Pressed a polite man after what I thought were sufficiently insightful responses and a declaration that he didn’t want to talk specifics. Made me sad.

[@fleventyfive5376]

he did not wanna talk about this lol

[@jamesa6045]

ONE OF THE GREATEST EVER! GREATNESS ON AND OFF THE COURT!

[@whitebroccoli694]

Good advice at the end.

[@bmcminn8838]

That 2011 playoffs championship run was some of the best basketball I've ever seen someone play

[@johnatspray]

Instead he got another beautiful black girl but this time from Sweden. Kenyan mother, Swedish father, middle class upbringing in a small town, wholesome, exotic, classy and gorgeous! I’m glad it worked out for him! He seems like a great dude! 👍

[@everetteallen3156]

Dirk was incredible

[@Cracktune]

Thats the big D! love this guy

[@kimking5928]

Why are they asking him about an ex-girl from yesteryear?!

[@garthgaspar7216]

I don't like how Graham pressed Dirk in this segment. You can tell Dirk was getting annoyed when he took a sip of his water. Most of the times I like to hear the drama stories but not with a guy like Dirk who is a class act all around and even in this interview.

[@AT-wb2ph]

But that's good on graham part a good interviewer is gonna ask the questions the streets wanna know I think that's why vladtv is so popular bcuz he gon ask any and everything I hate those interviewers that just ask softball questions

[@hendrikdalnoot2821]

@@AT-wb2ph people go on there knowing they gonna be ask that and are willing to. If Dirk said he didn’t want to he should’ve respected that.

[@AT-wb2ph]

@@hendrikdalnoot2821 yes if dirk said it's off limits than graham violated but he from st Louis so he probably with the shits 😂😂😂

[@kuunami]

He didn't look annoyed to me.

[@FredroStarr12]

I like that Graham asked the tough questions, you have to do that to get both sides of things.

[@Pokepullfamily]

This man could BALL legendary.

[@sflora951]

Dirk is the BEST!

[@ericcorrea1965]

The Big German... Dallas legend

[@davidharden7575]

I can't help but wonder if Dirk himself doesn't realize that the Dallas community had so much love and respect for him that there was really nothing for him to be embarrassed about? (just the way i felt about it) There are people in this life that i don't care to protect but he is one that i always would and would never want to see embarrassed. He is a great humanbeing! Swish41

[@overthetoppranks]

DIRK IS THE GOAT🔥🔥

[@ien17]

My favorite basketball player!

[@tinorangel7985]

Dirk will hands down always be the GOAT of the Dallas Mavericks

[@Lightdion]

I remember everyone was saying she looked like Muffy off of the children's show "Arthur" lol. I felt so bad for him, but thank God he remained classy and played through it. 2008 and 2009 playoffs were BAD distractions, with '08 containing the Josh Howard marijuana comment and party issues and '09 being when this fiancé mess happened.

[@synergy6422]

tim duncan and dirk nowitzky are amazing people. so different from the divas of the nba today.

[@stringtheoryguitars4952]

It was a nightmare for Dirk, but at least he found out before marrying her. That would have made it 10 times worse

[@TONEakaSHOW]

Afterwards Dirk went and got him a Kenyan queen to be his wife! Dirk is the king of Dallas.

[@313drepeso313]

Dang I never knew this, hell I thought they were still together. All I remember is Dirk arriving to home games with leftovers from her all the time lol.

[@leila-td7sd]

I think it is not the same lady

[@theeverydayillusion7790]

I'm from the same area as Dirk in Germany. Proud that one of us made it so far.

[@nohalfmeasures6]

Most likeable NBA player of all time imo.

[@jael4132]

dirk will always be my goat

[@honaybabaysethywethy]

Dirk rocks

[@jakeman025]

Him and Tim Duncan are the two teammates I would take over anyone just because of their persona.

[@JoseMorales-vq5fu]

Where the whole video

[@mikeschafer1021]

I enjoyed the Mavs 2011 championship more than the Cowboys five combined. Dirk was as great a human being as he was a basketball player. Throw in beating Labron and D Wade while Ill legendary stuff!!!!!

[@HotdogJuice]

He hand the second most unstoppable shot behind Kareem's skyhook.

[@MrArdytube]

I sort of see a smile in the face of the interviewer as he is asking about the x fiancée …. Which is a little disturbing

[@ronward3949]

Questions seem leading, somewhat driven to ply into what is personal life.

[@LakersDynasty42]

Dirk vs. ‘09 Nuggets: 34.4ppg, 11.6rpg, 4apg, 1bpg

[@Royalfamilymusic]

Dirk is the goat but weird interview! Great Job Dirk

[@neighborhoodhero9977]

What happened??

[@DeeBrownLTD]

Wow I never knew

[@Thetruthyaheard]

Dirkkkkk!!!!!

[@ronbo30]

Better to find out BEFORE you got married dirk. It was a blessing.

[@_HMCB_]

He’s a good dude. Must have been a torturous time.

[@boink3100]

Durk American accent has came a long way wow

[@sfpelkey]

Impossible not to root for him..

[@koreysteward4296]

Dirk punished em in Denver 09🤣🤣🤣 getting all the frustration let out

[@patmurphy457]

Not grahams best work

[@gregorypeterson9]

She was a Pro. It happens.

[@LifeJourneyful]

One thing about Dirk, he loves the sista’s

[@kokolovitch56]

Most guys who have wife/girlfriend issues really are a wreck.