The Dallas Mavericks officially retired Dirk Nowitzki's No. 41 in a ceremony on Jan. 5.
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Dirk Nowitzki’s career was one of loyalty, history and winning. It earned the respect of millions, as well as his own place in the rafters of American Airlines Arena on Wednesday night.
With Nowitzki’s iconic No. 41 jersey being raised, several NBA players and legends took to social media to express their admiration and appreciation for the former MVP and league champion.
Can’t wait for tonight. So much respect for you @swish41! Thank you for everything. What a player but most importantly what a great person! #41Forever 💯❤️ pic.twitter.com/AHUcrHO3Ac
— Luka Doncic (@luka7doncic) January 5, 2022
"Its about winning and having fun doing it" -🐐
Paved the way for so many of us. One of the best to ever do it. Thank you Dirty! #41Forever https://t.co/BYZ188dxo4— Kristaps Porzingis (@kporzee) January 5, 2022
@swish41 it’s been an honor to share the court with you. You’re an unbelievable basketball legend and unbelievable person & teammate. You deserve every accolade coming your way & a 1st ballot Hall of Famer. (Even though you tried to dunk on me smh🙄) Enjoy it my friend #41Goingup
— Vince Carter (@mrvincecarter15) January 6, 2022
Danke, Dirk!! 💯 #41Forever pic.twitter.com/9FNVXbqjw7
— Pau Gasol (@paugasol) January 6, 2022
My idol growing up! Congratulations on getting your jersey retired! Honored to have had the chance to share the court with you! @swish41 #41Forever pic.twitter.com/XlOlCdepu1
— Nikola Vucevic (@NikolaVucevic) January 6, 2022
Congrats on jersey retirement @swish41 !!!
Well deserved!! 👏🏼🙌🏼 pic.twitter.com/39FCOUU0yr— Bogdan Bogdanovic (@LeaderOfHorde) January 6, 2022
Facts. One of the best ever! https://t.co/hguwaPOUaT
— 🏁 Jamal Crawford (@JCrossover) January 6, 2022
Maestro, ídolo, leyenda @swish41 pic.twitter.com/UdPtjlck0m
— Nikola Mirotic (@NikolaMirotic33) January 6, 2022
❤️❤️❤️ https://t.co/dQ3YBMp3nR
— Mark Cuban (@mcuban) January 5, 2022
Nothing but respect for @swish41 Congrts on the jersey going up in the rafters! https://t.co/rcX7cGkoJv
— DWade (@DwyaneWade) January 5, 2022
