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Dirk moved to tears after Spurs’ tribute before final game

San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said it was honor to coach against Dirk Nowitzki and said his career won't be duplicated. By

A day after his emotional goodbye to fans at American Airlines Center, the tears were in Dirk Nowitzki’s eyes again.

The Dallas Mavericks legend played the final game of his 21-year career Wednesday night against the San Antonio Spurs at the AT&T Center.

Nowitzki was moved to tears by a video tribute from the Spurs that played right before he was introduced as if he was a hometown player.