With the 21 year-old Anthony Davis not being able to play in his 1st ever all-star game due to his shoulder injury, the NBA has named Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki to the NBA’s All-Star game for the 13th time in his storied career. Dirk has been a huge part of the Mavericks success as he turned down a max contract from the Lakers to remain with the Mavericks.

Dirk Nowitzki named Western Conf All-Star, his 13th ASG. That's the 2nd-most by a player born outside the US. pic.twitter.com/XMIuiKkcHg

— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) February 12, 2015

Nowitzki is currently averaging 18.3 points, 5.9 rebounds, and .5 blocks in 50 games this year for the Mavericks.

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