Mavericks to retire Dirk Nowitzki’s number 41 in pregame ceremony on January 5

The Dallas Mavericks are set to honour their G.O.A.T in a big way.

The team announced they will retire Dirk Nowitzki’s number 41 prior to their game at American Airlines Arena against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, January 5, 2022.

The 14-time All-Star will become just the fourth player in franchise history to have his jersey number retired.

The 43-year old German averaged 20.7 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.4 assists, a 47.1 field-goal percentage and a 38.0 three-point percentage over a span of 21 seasons and 1,522 regular season games., all with the Mavericks organization.

He was also a recipient of the 2006-07 NBA MVP Award, the 2011 NBA Finals MVP Award, and four first-team All-NBA selections.

He currently holds franchise records in the majority of statistical categories, including minutes played, points, field goals, blocks and rebounds.