Dirk Nowitzki: Record Breaking Career Points
The German born and Texas raised basketball star Dirk Nowitzki is one of the greatest ever players to hit the court. Having played throughout 21 seasons of the NBA, Nowitzki has contributed a wealth of illustrious memories and is the proud record holder of most total career points.
Career Accomplishments
Nowitzki has set numerous accomplishments in his NBA career, some of the most notable being:
- MVP Award: awarded in 2007
- Champion: winner of NBA Finals in 2011
- All-Star: 14 All-Star selections
Total Points Over the Years
Nowitzki’s total points have gradually increased since he started playing in 1998. By the end of the 2018-19 season, Nowitzki had scored a total of 31,560 career points, with his highest single season record being 2,331 points scored in 2005-2006.
Nowitzki continues to prove why he has earned the title of one of the greatest basketball players in history, and still managed to score 27 points with an average of 3.1 on the 2018-19 season.
Retirement and Legacy
On April 9 2019, Nowitzki announced his retirement with a heartfelt post on social media:
- “As you know, I’ve decided to retire from the NBA.”
- “After 21 incredible seasons, it’s time for me to say goodbye to the game I love so much.”
Nowitzki is now a hero for many aspiring athletes, as he showed tremendous grace and perseverance throughout his career. Nowitzki’s total career points of 31,560 will forever be remembered as a remarkable accomplishment, and he will undoubtedly be remembered as an NBA legend.
