Dirk Nowitzki was born on June 19, 1978, in Würzburg, West Germany. His father, Jörg Werner, was a professional handball player, while his mother, Helga Nowitzki, played basketball at the national level. Dirk’s sister, Silke Nowitzki, also pursued basketball professionally and has represented Germany internationally. Coming from a family with a strong athletic background, Dirk was naturally inclined toward sports from an early age.
Towering at 7 feet tall, Dirk credits much of his success in basketball to Holger Geschwindner, a former German basketball player and coach, who mentored and introduced him to the sport. In addition to his athletic interests, Dirk also enjoyed playing music during his youth. He spent his childhood in Germany, though specific details about his early education are not publicly documented.
Dirk began his NBA career in 1998 when he was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks and immediately traded to the Dallas Mavericks. He has been associated with the Mavericks ever since, becoming a cornerstone of the franchise. Over the years, his consistent performance, loyalty, and leadership earned him several contract extensions and immense respect from fans and peers alike.
Although his initial season was modest, Dirk's performance saw significant improvement in 1999, largely due to a restructured team that supported his playing style. His 2000 season was relatively underwhelming, but he made a strong comeback in 2001 with improved statistics and on-court efficiency. Dirk also began representing the German national basketball team in 1999, marking the start of his international career.
| Birth Date: | 19 Jun, 1978 |
| Age: | 41 yrs |
| Occupations: | Basketball player |
| Citizenship: | Germany |
| Birth Place: | Würzburg |
| residence: | Dallas Würzburg Bavaria |
| Education: | Röntgen-Gymnasium Würzburg |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | German professional basketball player |
| Net Worth 2021: | 140 million |
