Dirk Nowitzki, the sixth-leading scorer in NBA history, probably holds the league record for self-deprecating humor. His defensive ability, or lack thereof, provides frequent fodder.
So it comes as no surprise that Nowitzki responded to matter-of-fact criticism by cracking a couple of "lotta-truth-in-jest" jokes at his own expense.
ESPN NBA Insider Kevin Pelton’s player profile on Nowitzki included a line about the 38-year-old face of the Dallas Mavericks franchise running “like he’s stuck in cement,” making him a defensive liability. That prompted a fan to wonder on Twitter how Nowitzki might respond.