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Dirk Nowitzki is now a free agent.  The rebuilding process for the Dallas Mavericks 2016-17 NBA season will start with Dirk Nowitzki not officially on the roster. by Rodney Fisher In an interview with Dallas radio station 1310 AM/ 96.7 FM The Ticket, Dirk said the following: "We're going to sit with Mark and Donnie obviously over the next few weeks and figure out how to improve this franchise again. Ever since after the championship, we've been basically a first-round exit. We've been a seven, eight seed. We've only won a few playoff games, and obviously the goal was to compete at the highest level in my last couple of years, so there is some moving to do, some thinking, some putting our heads together the next few weeks heading into free agency, heading into the draft. So this is just one move that hopefully starts a chain reaction for us to get better again, to compete really at a high level. We'll see how it goes." Dirk took a giant pay ...

Could trading Justin Anderson be the key to winning another championship?  Dirk’s Hope For Another Ring Here is Anderson by Daniel A. Nash (@dfwsportshub) I will be accused of being a schizophrenic fan; and it will be on good grounds.  Not too long ago, before the Mavs were .01 seconds from being swept by the Thunder in the first round, I wrote a blog on how they need to cut Dirk loose in order to accelerate the rebuilding process and allow him to play out his days with a legitimate contender.  Reviews were mixed.  I also criticized the Mavs for mortgaging the future by shipping away picks and young talent in short-sighted trades.  While watching Westbrook and Durant put the final nail in the 2016 coffin a few nights ago, I must say, I saw a glimmer of hope–not as much for the Mavs, but for Dirk. Rick Carlisle is notorious for waiting too long to develop young talent.  He makes guys sit on the bench and watch when everyone thinks they should be t...

Dirk Nowitzki puts up numbers for German national basketball team.  Dirk Nowitzki shows no signs of retirement against the Poland national team. He scores 18 points, with 7 rebounds in only 23 minutes of play with his German national team. 2015-16 Dallas Mavericks Schedule

Dirk Nowtizki making his 13th NBA All-Star Appearance. Photo credit: USA Today After having mixed emotions about cancelling a vacation to Florida in order to play in his 13th NBA All-Star game, German-born Dallas Mavericks superstar Dirk Nowitzki has found spending the weekend in the Big Apple worthwhile. by  +Rodney Fisher

Dirk Nowitzki is very pleased with the new Dallas Mavericks roster. Photo credit: NBA  The Dallas Mavericks captain, Dirk Nowitzki, talks candidly about the new roster coming together and the contributions from the bench. by Royce Fisher

Rajon Rondo, Monta Ellis, and Chandler Parsons power the Dallas Mavericks Dallas-- After watching Dirk Nowitzki carry the Dallas Mavericks for 16 years, it is now time for us to face the reality. The team no longer goes as Dirk goes. They have a new younger identity. by  +Rodney Fisher

Dirk Nowitzki rises to #9 on the NBA All-Time scoring list. Photo credit: NBA  Tuesday is normally just another night in the NBA, but last night we witnessed four NBA all-time milestones. Some good and some infamous... +Rodney Fisher

Luol Deng and Chandler Parsons both hope the be the missing pieces for their new teams to win another championship. Photo credit: NBA  An inside look at the Dallas Mavericks and Miami Heat. Two teams with a similar past, present, and future... by  +Rodney Fisher

LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, and Dirk Nowitzki headline today's NBA free agency talk. Photo credit: NBA  Another day of NBA Free Agency madness brings us closer to nothing. As Carmelo Anthony weighs his options, Dirk Nowitzki gets a deal done, and LeBron James starts looking at options. by  +Rodney Fisher

Stephen Curry hits the game-winner in OT to beat the Dallas Mavericks. Photo credit NBA  by Royce Fisher Dallas-- The Golden State Warriors defeat the Dallas Mavericks 122-120 in overtime thanks to a game-winning shot by All-Star Steph Curry.  Interviews below with Curry, Dirk Nowitzki, Klay Thompson, Vince Carter, and Mark Jackson... (Video After Jump)

Dirk Nowitzki earns another All-Star squad. Does he have the help he really needs? Photo credit NBA  by Ace Feltman  You knew it was coming. Last week the title indicated we weren't closing, so naturally this week we're looking for help. Makes sense, right? Of course it does.

Dirk Nowitzki has no plans to give up on the Dallas Mavericks. Do you? Photo credit NBA  by Ace Feltman Last week my article came on the heels of the epic meltdown at the Los Angeles Clippers. This week I was provided with multiple meltdowns to keep us on topic.

Dirk Nowitzki scores 40 over the Pelicans. Photo credit NBA  by  +Rodney Fisher   Big night for 35-year old Dirk Nowitzki! His season-high 40-point performance included a 20-point third quarter. The Dallas Mavericks improve their record to 22-16, and third in the Southwest Division.

Dirk Nowitzki and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Houston Rockets 111-104. Photo credit Mavs Media  by +Rodney Fisher   Dallas Mavericks bounce back from back-to-back losses to get a great road win over the Houston Rockets 111-104. It was vintage Dirk Nowitzki with 31 points make it an historic night.

by Rodney Fisher Dirk Nowitzki at Mavs Media Day. Photo credit Rodney Fisher Dirk Nowitzki shares his thoughts on the upcoming NBA season and his new teammates in Dallas.

by Rodney Fisher Monta Ellis and the Dallas Mavericks have agreed on a three year deal worth a minimum of $25 million and potential $30 million after incentives. The Mavericks needed an upgrade a guard and another scorer to complement Dirk Nowitzki, but Monta Ellis represents a bigger need for the franchise.

Dallas Mavericks fall to San Antonio Spurs 92-91 The Dallas Mavericks were unable

Mavs get the Rockets back from their previous blowout loss this past Sunday...

We caught up with Dwight Howard, Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash, and Dirk Nowitzki after the Lakers vs Mavs game. Royce Fisher of RFSportsRadio.com asked the tough questions.

We caught up with Dirk after the overtime loss to the Miami Heat...