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Emotional night as Dirk says goodbye to Dallas. ‘It’s going to be tough without him’

Fans at American Airlines Center cheer for Dirk Nowitzki as he takes the court for the last home game of the Mavericks' season. Many believe that this could be Nowitzki's last year with the team. By

Whether it’s official or not, the Dallas Mavericks and their fans said goodbye to Dirk Nowitzki Tuesday night.

The 40-year-old legend who is finishing up his 21st season in the NBA, played what is likely the final game at American Airlines Center.

He hasn’t formally announced, but it’s likely to come in an understated way after the season concludes Wednesday night in San Antonio.