Nowitzki hopes to mentor germany's top talent

Dirk Nowitzki, German basketball icon, expressed his desire to take on a mentorship role, potentially guiding young talents like Hannes Steinbach, who could make a splash in the upcoming NBA draft.

From berlin to the hall of fame

Nowitzki, now 47, is set to be inducted into the FIBA Hall of Fame on Tuesday in Berlin, marking a fitting tribute to his illustrious career, which included two Olympic medals and a World Championship bronze with Germany.

The 2011 NBA champion, who retired from the Dallas Mavericks in 2019, reminisced about his early days with FIBA, recalling his journey from the German cadet national team to the NBA.

Nowitzki's potential mentorship would mirror the guidance he received from Holger Geschwindner, who played a significant role in his development. 'If I can be like Holger, I'd like to try,' Nowitzki said, acknowledging the time commitment required for such a role.