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Dirk Nowitzki

Dallas Mavericks · 1978–

#16 of the greatest NBA players of all time, ranked by everyone.

#1 of the 6 players of the Dallas Mavericks.

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Nearby in the ranking

13. Kevin Durant Oklahoma City Thunder · 1988–
14. Hakeem Olajuwon Houston Rockets · 1963–
15. Jerry West Los Angeles Lakers · 1938–2024
16. Dirk Nowitzki Dallas Mavericks · 1978–
17. Oscar Robertson Cincinnati Royals · 1938–
18. Karl Malone Utah Jazz · 1963–
19. Julius Erving Philadelphia 76ers · 1950–

Face-offs

• Dirk Nowitzki vs Jerry West 49% – 51%
• Oscar Robertson vs Dirk Nowitzki 50% – 50%
• Hakeem Olajuwon vs Dirk Nowitzki 51% – 49%
• Dirk Nowitzki vs Karl Malone 51% – 49%
• Kevin Durant vs Dirk Nowitzki 52% – 48%