Doc Rivers stops game so Los Angeles Clippers fans can show respect to Dirk Nowitzki

[@alexyoung5798]

This is what sports are about. That was incredible.

[@geraldgabad3371]

nice coach.

[@sonicthehedgehog8348]

Would he have done it to the N.B.A. stars that don't get recognized?

[@jsilva7005]

Dirk looks like he's about to tear up, what a moment

[@MrNeouno]

@@jsilva7005 Man I was about to tear up. Mad respect for Doc

[@user-eo9fl9wb8s]

Timothy Mobley no. And would you really want him to? You want every NBA game to stop in the middle so the opposing coach and go “lets give it up for Marcus Smart, he’s a great player” that totally defeats the purpose of a moment like this. You don’t just do this sort of thing for no reason, dirk is a 20+ year vet, MVP, and champion. Moments like this are for the extraordinary, not the ordinary.

[@myshirt84]

ICONIC MOMENT IN SPORTS, WELL PLAY DOC RIVERS.

[@geraldgabad3371]

well deserve for dirk.

[@southsideman4891]

This will be remembered.

[@josephfraire4096]

Westside of Corpus Christi Doc is a class act expect for trading his son.

[@fuddyduddie1205]

Westside of Corpus Christi amazing

[@ericgreen6466]

Thats real class

[@alejandrogomez4804]

Doc Rivers and The Los Angeles Clippers are "Class Personified" for doing that. Dirk even got a little emotional, you could tell. Love Dirk, one of The Greatest of All Time.

[@Judevrgt]

Dirk was about to break down and cry

[@alejandrogomez4804]

George Taylor I know. I would've cried, Final season and LA Fans giving me a standing ovation. 😢

[@suprcrzy]

Its funny because im old enough to remember a time when these two organizations were the laughing stocks of pro sports. It seemed like the 90's would never end, and these 2 teams would ever get better. We had our chip, and a great run with Dirk, and now we have a bright future with Luka and KP! Im glad for the Clippers right now, and I hope they beat the Lakers and do well!! 2 great organizations with 2 great owners, and 2 hall of fame head coaches with class!

[@alejandrogomez4804]

suprcrzy 👍✌

[@one7deep7savage7]

@@suprcrzy Ya I remember when yall had Jason Kidd...I had his shoes lol

[@willgrisez9874]

The greatest moment of the 2018-19 NBA season ?

[@TangoSnipes]

Will Grisez the last decade

[@geraldgabad3371]

yes.

[@spennyva9159]

TangoSnipes Kobe’s 60 is better

[@southsideman4891]

Its on the short list.

[@meorge9359]

What about d Rose

[@3697-s5b]

Respect from Germany to Doc Rivers and the Clippers-Fans! 👍

[@tomplan8988]

wird sein name Doch so geschrieben?

[@3697-s5b]

@@tomplan8988 Autocorrect. 😊

[@southsideman4891]

BE PROUD OF YO BOY!!!! HE WILL FOREVER BE LEGEND HERE IN AMERICA!!!

[@dario8982]

@@southsideman4891 in Germany Dirk Nowotzki is what you think of when you think of Basketbal. Its amazing seeing a german at the Nba

[@southsideman4891]

@@dario8982 Represented in full!!!

[@typobureau]

Dirk is the only opponent in basketball that anyone wouldn't hate even though he's always been such a treat to any team.

[@Supermanfan99]

I couldn't hate Tim Duncan either.

[@loganobryant3758]

You mean "threat"?

[@XxBigChungusxX]

When he put bron and Wade in their place for making fun of him for being sick and won a chip 😂 one of the goats frfr

[@r3b3lvegan89]

Right after that, NBA ceased to be. It was all media bullshit hype from then on…Dirk more than deserved that just like Pippen.

[@justsayin669]

​@@r3b3lvegan89 Right after what the NBA ceased to be? How is it anymore BS hype now than it has been in the past? What are you even trying to say?

[@michaelcoceski5442]

Now that is class.. Doc Rivers - it takes a Great to recognize a Great

Whatever, It's because the Clippers were winning.

[@hilozil]

@ can you stop it. I see you everywhere

[@liamkenney4088]

YES WE CAN think you’re tough huh?

@@liamkenney4088 Are you bitch!

[@larryjackson3145]

I am NOT a great, but I recognize a great... so your comment is nonsense!!!

[@princethepoet2010]

My guy dirk almost teared up there...him & Vince are the last ones of that generation

[@nightfly4664]

The way those two carry themselves on and off the court is the way it should be. There is a reason why both of them are getting standing ovations in every arena they play in this year, opposing crowds even cheering when they score. Heck, Rockets fans (if they are honest) love Dirk. =D

[@princethepoet2010]

@@nightfly4664 big facts

[@brokenking5044]

@@nightfly4664 Rocket here, hes ok.

[@jekkt]

vince still ballin till he 50

[@jefffawcett]

The same Vince who to get out of Toronto just decided to go through the motions and not give a shit until they finally had to move him? The same Vince who spent his career not playing defense? He may have become class act elder statesman late in his career but there’s a reason he never got a title. He’s nowhere near Dirk stature

[@hockeyfan131993]

I'd love to talk to the 90 people that actually disliked this on youtube. Yall ok? Life got you down?

[@ekaterinas8796]

hockeyfan131993 yeah... how can you dislike sportsmanship that is upper class like this is?

[@juwancarmona9573]

@@ViividYoshibut you like being a dick.

[@ViividYoshi]

@@juwancarmona9573 I don't like white people. Why is that an issue? There skin pigmentation bothers me...

[@juwancarmona9573]

@@ViividYoshi your parent is hitler type of shit

[@ViividYoshi]

@Austin Mark would prefer if it was 0%

[@enricopalazzo85]

What an awesome dude doc Rivers is. He really honors the game.

[@southsideman4891]

Life... Is about honoring those who kept the way before you.

Yea whatever It's because the Clippers were winning the game.

[@liamkenney4088]

YES WE CAN get outta here

[@Nickg1281]

YES WE CAN Well guess what they weren’t down by 20, why do you gotta hate on a good moment?

[@nickbillups3151]

Doc Rivers is a class act

[@stevecarter2966]

The championship run dirk had was one of the most inspiring performances in the history of sports. He’s an all time great.

[@Turk_2023]

Hell yea it was. Portland, Lakers, OKC (at their best), Miami

[@bowmanbryce836]

Perfectly said

[@TimmerTheChipper]

Can’t wait to see that Docu.

[@Biffymac85]

@@TimmerTheChipperoh man. That’s gonna be awesome.

[@redsnflr]

nah Kendrick right he was only appreciated like this because he's white lol

[@TheOfficialRamVenkatakrishnan]

ya'll cant dislike this. Legendary moment for dirk and the mavs. ALL THE LOVE IN THE LEAGUE FOR DIRK!!!!!!!

[@southsideman4891]

Amen and Amen. It just goes to show that even though you carry yourself in a meek manner: people see it, and you will gain more respeck than the haughty.

[@pilotmburu]

Hold my beer. 60 dislikes

[@alwaysunitg6470]

One of the kindest player

[@AlonsoRules]

That is better than every All Star Game for the last decade put together

[@catchmyorbitals1751]

No 2009 and 2010 were good

[@southsideman4891]

I would say thats true, but i cant rem the last all star game i saw. Honestly. I watch all the finals and big playoff games; but they have trurned the allstar game into a clown fest. Yet they and the pro bowl get big numbers.

[@ckvillareal]

that charlotte game was good, it was fun and competitive

[@jeus_saaa]

Kobe's last all-star game was nice and memorable

[@jacobblanar4434]

Yeah dirk splashed 3 straight 3 pointers in the all star game, I thought that was insane

[@gvalley07]

Much respect to Doc Rivers for doing that for Dirk. A genuine show of kindness and sportsmanship.

[@SwayTheBeast]

Dirk wasn’t even sure he was going to retire but everyone acting like he is so now it’s awkward if he doesn’t.......rip

[@trysephiroth007]

Same with Dwade lol.

[@jkepic25]

I hope he plays one more year. His 3pt shooting is getting better.

[@Benji_ZZZ]

@@trysephiroth007 nah D-Wade said before the season he was going to

[@justanotherfs8631]

I'm pretty sure they've talked to their management about retirement

[@FrostNotNice]

looks like dallas would cut him if he wasnt there legend let luja and them guys build

[@mrwest2474]

Wow dirk actually got choked up with emotion. What an amazing gesture by Doc. Class act

[@xxxxbigrich5752]

Absolutely! Truly the best thing about playing sports! Sportsmanship

[@miguelbermudez3450]

Never seen this in all my years watching NBA class act Doc Rivers

[@BigPete44]

Miguel Bermudez me neither. That was amazing and super classy!

[@slevinkelevra1980ify]

Goose bumps!!!! Just beautiful to see something like this

[@kingmotley504]

Slevin Kelevra right same here I got the chills

[@BrownG007]

Dirks ring is worth more than both Kd rings

[@ignatiuskeannu850]

That's true in my opinion

[@drew5834]

Your on the money right there..

[@potsdullas8372]

Dirks ring is worth more than all LeBron and KD rings to be exact.

[@kingkongdong6074]

1 dirk ring > 3 kd rings

[@kingkongdong6074]

Pots Dullas not LeBron’s but 100% kds

[@elevenmacc7219]

this is why kawhi chose the clippers , they are fun guys

[@jorgerodriguez85]

Especially their owner.☺️

[@timdoyle1638]

Fun guys 😂

[@campbelldynasty5632]

*trash guys

[@98753741963]

Tell that to blake lol. Traded him after renewing

[@soruupan9000]

jr rosales It was the best thing to do. They didn’t have a future so they gave him all the money and sent him elsewhere.

[@justinsullivan5839]

That’s Doc for you. One of the classiest guys in the league. Edit: damn over 500 likes. Glad so many people agree. Thanks!

[@vika0194]

Except when he is mad at the refs

[@mfl8276]

Or when its a Laker, the classy guy didnt do it for Kobe. He a punk

[@jacobjackson7013]

No doubt, he was our point guard when I was a kid. Love that dude.

[@brokenking5044]

@@mfl8276 Kobe a punk

[@joesmerksky5919]

Until he stabs you in the back

[@ryang5358]

Thank you Doc Rivers and the Clippers for this wonderful gesture to one of the greatest of all time. Respect. Dirk!

[@footballvivid7427]

Yw

[@EdsterIII]

What Doc Rivers did was a true sign of respect. He showed Dirk a true sign of sportsmanship. Dirk was a phenomenal player who deserved to be honored. The fact that the entire Staples Center was stopped and the Home team payed tribute to him was truly awesome. True respect is earned and Doc Rivers earned a lot of RESPECT for that.

[@jonadrian3346]

Earned, NEVER just given because of NAME OR TITLE

[@nogahlerman6137]

you can't spell DALLAS MAVERICKS without D-I-R-K

[@henrydorval2223]

@centenario de oro lol! 😂 good one

[@samspears9183]

can’t spell centenario de oro without idiot....

[@rajahsivapragasam9489]

Sam Spears bro u choked hard, there clearly isn’t 2 Is in his name

[@markmauk8231]

@@samspears9183 Ahahahaha, thats not even true man....owned yourself!!!!

[@jonbridge6442]

Or without cake salad

[@Matt-wg9xn]

I'm crying the tears Dirk was holding back

[@carljuachon536]

yeah i taught those tears of Dirk will fall 😂

[@KimGamingPH]

Me too. 😢😭😭

[@MYLES4THEWIN]

On God 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Brandon-ww9rk]

Gaayyyy

[@KimGamingPH]

😟😤😢😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@MSNking14]

Competition does not typically build character. It reveals character. Doc has character. This was a beautiful moment!

[@schmokehng]

Dirk be like "but im not retiri.. oh well"

[@bigdinlaca]

He is. Dallas wouldn't make a trade that they did if Dirk was coming back and play 20-25 min a game. Also, all professional athletes have an ego. For him to only score 5 ppg is really killing him, but he knows that he is basically a progress stopper for another player.

[@kw9377]

He should have retire 2 yrs ago to be honest. he can hardly run out there last few seasons

[@MrFaDookie]

@@kw9377 but dat jumpa tho.....

[@dclysn8863]

He moves like an old buffalo now. Of course he's retiring 😅

[@nikj5460]

Doc Rivers you just earn yourself another fan!!!. Pure class and one of the most amazing moments in NBA history!!!

[@sirmikeypikey]

one of the most respectful moments in sport history

[@dabsavage3163]

Class act. Much respect

[@fantasma.b]

Dirk stayed loyal got a chip and is hella respected. Take notes KD

[@ZenGaming03]

Also Lebron need to take notes too. Lol

[@benfan77]

SlickVic P71 don’t forget to mention Lebron James he started the super team

[@jarlborg2102]

@@benfan77 at least Lebron CREATED/BUILT the superteam. unlike KD who JOINED a superteam.

[@hpmlucci7553]

Alcreon03 don’t forget to mention he went back and won a chip at will

[@Cristian-bx8pg]

@@benfan77 I mean... the Celtics had a good team before LeBron went to the heat

[@ekaterinas8796]

Why the hell am I crying? Because Dirk is such a humble person? Because Doc is awesome for doing this? I will go with an addition.

[@derrickhepburn7778]

@@AG-bb6mf that was really uncall for. Both these guys are great Rivers for class and Dirk Nowitzki for humbleness.

[@jerryjazzbo2845]

@@AG-bb6mf hahaha

[@joelrealjoel58]

Ekaterina S 😢

[@TJ-ss1up]

Legend has it you're still crying like a baby.

[@strongmind6584]

I'm proposing a recalculation. Can we try multiplication?

[@pjjaymesolidmarcoses5450]

much respect to docs and hall of fame novitzki

[@no.4151]

Nowitzki

[@Gosinyanglee]

You have said what I’m about to say.

[@Samuelfish2k]

Jhay Jayme Dirk is not in the hall of fame.

[@reglano70]

@@Samuelfish2k ...100% sure, he will be a hall of fame.

[@Samuelfish2k]

reglano70 Yea but he’s not yet and nothing’s guaranteed. Remember Chris Beniot? He never got into the HOF. Just sayin.

[@chriz90fly]

Dirk's one and only NBA championship means a whole lot more than KD's few does!! A true champion and competitor this guy!! 👏🏻🙌🏻💪🏻✊🏻

[@spurstilidie4637]

chriz90fly I couldn’t agree more 💯💯💯

[@jarlborg2102]

All real NBA fans knows that Dirk's lone ring is better than all KD's rings.

[@robesch88]

Also better than any Lebron ring for what it matters. Lone star on his team, underdog since first round. Probably the best run in the history of the NBA.

[@JOK3RC4RDx]

Why couldn't you just praise one person without bashing someone else for no reason

[@fookemon3326]

@@JOK3RC4RDx lmao for real, salty ass bitches XD

[@donerickangeles2755]

Dirk deserves a great respect for his kindness and being good and loyal player

[@kdeezo326]

That’s respect. Dirk brought a lot to this game and he earned every accolade💯

[@daddywalker6133]

I remember people were calling doc crazy cuz dirk didn’t announce he was gonna retire yet but he ended up retiring at the end of that season great job doc and thank u dirk for everything you’ve done for the nba and us fans

[@Dapper_Dean]

When you play with dignity and class. You get everyone's respect. Much love Dirk!

[@broncosstampede494]

When You Come In The NBA..Back In 96....From Europe...And Create A Whole New Position That Is Still Used Today (Streach 5)...!Remember Before Dirk..There Was No 7'Footers In The Game That Was Shooting 50% Behind The Arc....DIRK IS THE GOAT!!

[@lyricalbeats5538]

50% ???

[@blackmask494]

First he was drafted in 98 not 96 and he never shot 50% from 3 pointer his highest is 42%

[@ryankay2048]

@@blackmask494 he didn't mean it literally lol

[@detroitrockcity8]

It’s almost beyond class. It’s when greatness recognizes to APPRECIATE a great one by all before the opportunity passes. Doc’s tears-of admiration and joy to celebrate Dirk’s career. Man that’s pure love. 👏🏻 👏🏻 👏🏻

[@cani006]

Thanks Doc reminding us the LOVE and RESPECT❤

[@MarcoMartin-pq4fc]

The Legendary Shooter!!! DIRK 41 NOWITZKI ❤❤❤ we love you Dirk 👊👊

[@andrewpecina1217]

D Wade was trying so hard to push his last season meanwhile dirk gets this and so much respect without even saying anything,

[@sageblue92]

because Wade had enough left in the tank so if he didn't announce it nobody would of guessed it

[@dannyreif5123]

Shut yo dumb ass up Jit

[@dabuilder-7544]

@@sageblue92 💯

[@toyotawakawaka1970]

Or you can respect both legends without being a chode

[@timdoyle1638]

Groovy J easily? No not at all, they are pretty comparable in terms of where they rank all time. I would personally take dirk over dwade but it’s arguable. Both are top 25 players all time and top 3 at their respective positions. Don’t give us that easily a better player bullshit 😂

[@moshpitrob305]

amen loved him he’s holding back tears he is one of the best

[@jamesnaismith3760]

One of the greatest reason to call a time out 👏 RESPECT to Dirk Greatness and Doc rivers Sportsmanship 🙌

[@HouTexas84]

This is awesome...Im a rockets fan but dirk will always be one of my favorite players

[@gilbertgonzales5406]

Legends will never be forgotten. #41 DIRK NOWITZKI

[@manofwisdom2023]

That was great Doc, hats off to Coach, hats off to one of the goats, dirk!

[@ZoNose83]

Man I watched Dirk play as much as possible,dude is up there with the greats 👊👊👊

[@tpstrat14]

0:21 "what?" holding back tears. So unexpected. Beautiful stuff

[@javianjohnson8746]

You can tell that Dirk was trying to fight back tears. Extremely classy move by Doc, Bravo.

[@BrandonByers7]

This comment looks so mean out of context lol

[@toddsmith1969]

@@BrandonByers7 roughly describing my husband plowing me

[@erwinaquinde7211]

Thanks dirk for your contribution to the sports of basketball. You are forever etched in my basketball memories. God bless, dirk.

[@beejaycarcagente410]

Class from Clippers and Coach Doc. Wow. Amazing. I miss Dirk.

[@BeardedKayakFishing]

You know you were a great player and great sportsman when a coach like Doc does that and the game hasn't officially ended. Class act all around.

[@philmarkmadrid7473]

Come on big dirk dont hold back on those tears.. im teary eyed right now.

[@Samuelfish2k]

PhilMark Madrid He’s a man, you’re a 👧

[@dvdgway]

That is the definition of class and respect

[@hanswurst9437]

Unbelievable Detlef schrempf still playing, wow.

[@EdwinLudwig87]

A great moment of respect and honor.

[@CKMLMA8]

Ahhh good move Doc. You tried to distract Dirk and get in his head so he couldn't start the improbable 9 second comeback......good move Doc.......good move.

[@adoniswarchild144]

LOL

[@wigol-wigol7098]

Wtf...hahahah.nice one!

[@makkam999]

0:38 luka saying its my time now big homie

[@KingKorn-q4j]

TJ Stacks Very true .

[@soaky4]

It has been a privilege to watch Dirk Nowitzki play.

[@jrgilbert]

Tears in my eyes. I have ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS respected Doc. I think he is brilliant. For him to do this is beautiful. I love Dirk. I have loved him his whole career. Classy as always Doc.

[@georgehunt6381]

This is the first time I've seen this or even heard about it. Never have I seen this on any level of sports much less in the pro's. Class act Doc, class act. This should be shown and taught on every level of amature sports...great sportsmanship.

[@loyevangelists]

Wow! That was incredibly classy by Doc Rivers. Great to see the Clippers players and fans showing respect to Dirk also

[@DJM.I.A.]

Shout to pat bev for paying homage to the underrated Goat.

[@dareasonx24]

Were all going to miss Dirk 😔

[@mr.formerbrownsgm]

That was one of respectful moments in sports history

[@BigPete44]

Wow had never seen that video until tonight. What a class act Doc Rivers is. I’m a Knicks fan but that was special. Props to Doc! 👍

[@avatarndoen7503]

Im a nets fan

[@BigPete44]

Oh boy you’re feeding me to the lions now lmao. Am I not tortured enough? 😂😂. I gotta be 100% honest as soon as he came back then quickly ruptured his Achilles’ tendon I became torn on wether I wanted him. I started doing the math saying well he’s out the whole season so by the time he’s back into it he’s in that 32 range coming off many injuries with an Achilles being hard to come back from as the same player esp at the middle/downward start of your prime? BUT all being said I have to be 💯. Obviously I wanted him. If not, to at least get us back on the map and maybe draw other super stars which is the one thing that bothers me about the NBA these days. Nobody has the b@lls to take that chance to grab the big spotlight though with Dolan I guess I can’t blame them. Smh lol

[@BigPete44]

The second KD ruptured his tendon I said the F’N Knicks are jinxed. That was the worst possible scenario that happened to the Knicks and myself lol That created just enough doubt to F everything up. Also I really don’t know if him and Kyrie were ever gonna come to the Knicks at all even if he didn’t get hurt? Sounds like they had already decided they were planning the Nets as far as Feb? These players love to trick everyone when it comes to their destinations LOL I have to say oddly for the first time in years I was almost relieved we didn’t go after him and kinda like our young group but I’m tired of this rebuilding crap for 15 years now. I hate Dolan but I’m 40 born and bred in The Bronx grew up watching that 90’s Knicks team that was so fun to watch. They’re my heart and so I just have to keep on suffering every year lol Ehhh who knows. Good luck with the Nets. I never hated them because I only have one true friend that’s a die hard for years, that being said I can’t root for them lmao 😂😂

[@mitch6962]

@@avatarndoen7503 I'm a bengals fan

[@arthursarzen1048]

He was a knick

[@michaelkeon3215]

This is pure love of the sport and extreme respect and sportsmanship. Gotta love Doc..Everyone who loves basketball and sports in general needs to take a page from this book IMHO...

[@Gerhard1807]

Was für eine grossartige Geste! Super!

[@snootchiessnooginz747]

Put some lotion on them vocal chords Doc 😂

[@donovanbray9524]

Snootchies Snooginz lmao he does have an ashy ass voice

[@geraldgabad3371]

put some strepsils.

[@__Edub__]

He had throat cancer.

[@southsideman4891]

Lol! He stay hoarse

[@carlmax5577]

Lmao I remember when they tweeted him that sht funny as hell

[@mafuzzyman]

Class by doc honoring one of the greatest to ever do it ❤️

[@GC0077]

I'm so glad he got a ring. Such a rad player.

[@TheDetroitman20]

I'm a sports nut and this is the 1st time I've heard about this. Thanks Doc and congrats on a great career Dirk!!! More than sports!! 👍🏼👍🏼👊✊🏽☺💯

[@Knowallwithmyphone]

Dirk is one of the few players that actually changed the game. A 7 footer that shoots from distance, has a great fade away, equally good going left or right, super fundamentally sound and a complete class act!!

[@christophertaylor5441]

Doc and Dirk are class acts all around. Wish we had more like them not just in sports, but in the world!

[@willsaenz6320]

Anyone else go back to this video once every few months?

[@jgar5131]

Yes. Literally

[@southsideman4891]

AWESOME! HE DESERVES IT! GREAT AMBASSADOR FOR THE LEAGUE FOR MANY, MANY YEARS! GOD BLESS DOC, AND THE GREAT DIRK NOWITZKI!

[@ryanstewart6872]

Southsideman YEAHHHHHHH !!!!!!!

[@angelaw9476]

That's called class and respect. People criticize Doc Rivers for losing playoff series every year but he's has character.

[@gawrenzo_]

I NOW HAVE RESPECT FOR DOC RIVERS AS ONE OF THE MOST SPORTSMANLIKE COACHES IN THE NBA

[@faceripper77]

Im sure he laid awake at night waiting for your approval

[@matthewnada913]

Doc Rivers is a class act. He’s a true ambassador to the game of basketball that’s he’s been a part of for 5 decades as a player and coach. Mad respect and love to Doc

[@darrienscott7048]

Dirk had a standing ovation from every opposing teams fan that entire season.

[@DanjlD]

Nice Doc and Unser jung, so sympathisch 😘

[@ericelegado1677]

KD can keep all his rings. This one here just cannot be bought nor forced.

[@gershomtan5879]

Eric Elegado why does KD always need to be brought up. Can’t we just give dirk his props and be like him in respecting all other players? Dude was and is a class act, the fans not so much.

[@evileyegaming405]

Can say the same for lebron

[@hankwu5133]

Bunch of fucking crybabies just can’t seem to move on.

[@ImAviex]

@@gershomtan5879 I think you are confused. Most people that bring up KD aren't die hard Dirk fans, there are just people who can't fathom tucking their tail between their legs and running to the team you were up 3-1 on in the WCF. Every ring he gets in GS has an asterisk. The reason its being brought up on Dirk videos is because Dirk's chip was the polar opposite, done on a team most considered a first round exit, especially with the history of the Mavs going out in the first round multiple times as a high seed before the 2011 season. They then proceed to run through every powerhouse team in the playoffs, including the newly made super team Miami while being on a team where he is the only All Star. KD never got past the second round without at least an All Star on his team, and he hasn't won a ring without 3 other all stars on his team. If KD's rings are worth 1/3 of a ring each, Dirk's ring is worth 3 at least.

[@blackmask494]

Give it a Fucking rest

[@MyPronounsISwhom]

This is such an act of pure class. Just a sports-driven act of kindness and of respect.

[@jeromeumali4507]

His championship ring is better than KD. :)

[@jarlborg2102]

wayyyyyyyyyyy better..not even close.

[@relaxstaycalm1906]

that is definitely true

[@LuciferMorningstar____]

And > than LeBlame's championship

[@goatedcrafty7733]

No shit

[@MrFaDookie]

FAKTUALITEEZ.....

[@kylermurray1788]

I remember being a kid and practicing dirks fade away and yelling "DIRK" as if it was Kobe I was imitating but nah dirk had the kick out fade 😎😏🤙🏽

[@DirtyChode23]

Lol also guilty

[@predat0r178]

This is such a nice gesture from doc rivers even if i’m not a mavs fan i know that dirk is one of the best power forwards of all time so wholesome

[@atomaalatonal]

dirks fade away shape will be the new nba logo

[@tomspiller2449]

There will never be another Dirk! We love you man

[@chrisrivers2668]

Very classy. Great move Doc. Dirk definitely deserves it. Dude is a living legend. I will miss him and Wade alot....😥😥😥

[@graywolf01]

I feel like Dirk will be remembered years from now he is a absoloute legend

[@GibolsTTV]

One of the greatest international athletes to ever play for an American organization. So many great memories of that classic dirk fader.

[@thunderstar254]

One of the greatest athletes ever period

[@GibolsTTV]

@@thunderstar254 100% agree

[@gilrandall315]

Straight respect to a Legend and a 🐐 What Doc Rivers did was classy it shows the kind of coach he really is💯💪

[@pbenavides09]

I know a lot of ppl hate on Doc for his coaching career but dang, he’s a good dude. I’ve always respected him as a person and a leader. And the love he showed to my all-time favorite player in this moment was so special.

[@CPUT99]

Doc is a class act! I have always admired him as a coach. He speaks from his heart during interviews about the game

[@asquared3244]

I was at this game. Got chills when this happened.

[@1031E]

Very classy of Doc. One of the good guys.

[@ShadowBanned904]

Very classy, by Doc Rivers. Dirk is one of the all-time greats, and this was absolutely appropriate.

[@jimmydavis7885]

That's was cool that Doc Rivers stop the game for a few minutes to acknowledge Dirk. He's a great player and future Hall of Famer. You got to give it to him, he's a champion.

[@Tall-Cool-Drink]

A great player, a great champion and even a greater person.