Dirk Nowitzki is back.
The Dallas Mavericks legend played for the first time this season Thursday night in Phoenix.
Nowitzki, who was active for the first time this season, entered the game in the first quarterback after coach Rick Carlisle called a timeout.
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Nowitzki made his first shot, a mid-range jumper off the glass.
Nowitzki’s season was delayed because of longer than expected recovery from left ankle surgery in April.
It’s Nowitzki’s 21st season in the NBA, which is a record for seasons with the same team.