The legend of Dirk continues. Last night against the Los Angeles Lakers, Nowitzki became the sixth player in NBA history to reach 30,000 career points. Dirk joins the likes of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Karl Malone, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain as the only other players to have hit this milestone. Joining a list of names such as these, adds credence to the exceptional legacy that Dirk is creating.
It was only fitting that Dirk’s trademark fade-away jumper was the shot that secured it. The NBA world went crazy, as Dirk received congratulations from legends, current players, fans and analysts, all showing great appreciation for the legendary career of the 38 year-old veteran.