Dirk Nowitzki Set To Re-Sign With Mavs at 80 Percent Discount
At some point far into the future, it's possible that a Dallas Maverick will mean as much to the franchise, and to the city of Dallas, as Dirk Nowitzki. It's possible, in the same way that it's possible that Dak Prescott could finish his career with more Super Bowls than Troy Aikman. One can imagine it happening; it's just exceedingly unlikely.
Nowitzki is the best player ever to suit up for the Mavs, the only player in franchise history to win an MVP award and the leader of the team's only championship squad in 2011. He's a community leader, a delightful presence on Twitter and, as far as everyone knows, an actual good person.
As the Mavericks have spun down from their championship six seasons ago, attempting to rebuild for the future, Nowitzki hasn't threatened to leave for greener pastures, instead continuing to play excellent, if less dominant, basketball. He gave the Mavericks yet another leg up Thursday afternoon as they continue their climb back to the top.
Although he made $25 million during the 2016-17 season, 39-year-old Nowitzki has reportedly agreed to a two-year contract extension worth just $5 million per season, well below what he could've received on the open market. As he's done in the past, the 7-foot superstar is making sure the Mavericks have adequate flexibility under the salary cap to pursue their off-season goals.
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