Nowitzki: Time for Mavs to be a threat again - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki said "it's time to take a step forward and again be a threat in the playoffs" when asked about his thoughts on the Mavericks free agency plan.

Nowitzki OK with paycut so Mavs can add FAs - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki said he would be OK with taking a paycut next offseason if it helped the Mavs lure big-time free agents to Dallas this year.

Dirk Nowitzki likely to have MRI on knee - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki is likely to have an MRI on his left knee in order to "make sure nothing is going to act up next year."

Dirk Nowitzki scores 25,000th career point - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki scored 19 points in just 27 minutes on Sunday, in the process becoming the 17th player in NBA history to score 25,000 points.

Nowitzki has 21 in loss, Mavs eliminated - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki played through a foot injury on Wednesday and had 21 points, eight boards and two 3-pointers on 6-of-18 shooting, but the Mavs lost at home to the Suns, who had lost 10 straight games coming in.

Nowitzki has 21 in loss, elimination looming - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki played through a foot injury on Wednesday and had 21 points, eight boards and two 3-pointers on 6-of-18 shooting, but the Mavs lost at home to the Suns, who had lost 10 straight games coming in.

Carlisle expects Nowitzki to play Wednesday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Rick Carlisle expects Dirk Nowitzki (foot) to play on Wednesday vs. Phoenix.

Update: Nowitzki now questionable Wednesday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Updating a previous item, Dirk Nowitzki (foot) is now questionable for Wednesday against Phoenix.

Dirk Nowitzki expected to play on Wednesday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki (foot) is fully expected to play on Wednesday vs. Phoenix.

Fantasy: Wright, Kaman offer final-week value

Source: Fantasy Basketball Blog by Tom Carpenter, ESPN.com

Tom Carpenter recaps Sunday's NBA action, and discusses the possibility of Dirk Nowitzki and Elton Brand missing more time during the final week.

Dirk Nowitzki (foot) to be reevaluated Monday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki (foot) will be reevaluated on Monday.

Dirk Nowitzki sits out 4Q w/ foot injury - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki had six points, five rebounds, three assists and three steals in 24 minutes on Sunday, before sitting out the fourth quarter with a minor foot injury.

Dirk hits game-winning 3, scores 35 points - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki hit a 3-pointer with 2.9 second left in the fourth quarter to put Dallas up for good in a 100-98 win over Chicago on Saturday, finishing with 35 points, seven boards, one assist, one block and five 3-pointers.

Fantasy: Dirk Nowitzki finishing strong

Source: Fantasy Basketball Blog by Josh Whitling, Special to ESPN.com

Josh Whitling recaps Thursday in the NBA, and discusses how Dirk Nowitzki's strong post-All-Star perfomance impacts his 2013 draft value.

Mostly NBA Notes: Al Horford blowing up, Stephen Curry on fire and Dirk Nowitzki’s reemergence

Source: Roto Arcade by Dalton Del Don

Previously one of the more durable players in the league, Al Horford destroyed fantasy owners last season when a torn pectoral muscle ended his year after just 11 games played. However, he’s currently averaging career highs in ppg (17.4), rpg (10.0), spg (1.0) and FG% (55.7). Horford has been a top-20 fantasy player this season despite shooting a career-low 60.7 percent at the line, which is nowhere near his career mark of 73.7, so it’s safe to expect improvement there down the stretch. Among those in the top-five in double-doubles this season, only Horford and Dwight Howard also average at least 1.0 spg and 1.0 bpg. Horford’s Usage Rate (20.59) isn’t well above league average, but it’s a career high,

Dirk Nowitzki puts up 21 points and 20 boards - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki had a season-high 20 boards to go with 21 points, three assists, two steals and one 3-pointer in 35 minutes against the Bucks on Tuesday.

Nowitzki wants to play beyond current deal - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki confirmed that he plans to play beyond his current contract.

Mostly NBA Notes: Rudy Gay surging

Source: Roto Arcade by Dalton Del Don

When I first analyzed the Rudy Gay trade, I surmised the move was lateral for his fantasy value. I’ve since quickly changed my mind, even rating him 20th on my latest Big Board update after just a couple of games with the Raptors, as the drop in quality when it comes to teammates appears to be far more outweighed by his increased responsibilities. Call it the James Harden effect. After averaging 16.4 FGA with Memphis, he’s up to 21.0 with Toronto, including a whopping 6.0 3pt and also 5.7 FTA (all three would easily be career highs). Gay’s 12 rebounds Wednesday

Fantasy: Rubio playing more ... and shooting better

Source: Fantasy Basketball Blog by Tom Carpenter, ESPN.com

Tom Carpenter looks back at Monday's action, which included more playing time for Ricky Rubio and disappointing games from Dirk Nowitzki and DeMarcus Cousins.

Dirk Nowitzki (groin) will play on Monday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki (groin) will play on Monday against the Thunder, as expected.

Dirk Nowitzki expected to play on Monday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki (groin) expects to play on Monday as long as he doesn't experience any setbacks before tipoff.

Dirk Nowitzki: (Thigh) Practices Sunday

Source: RotoWire.com NBA

Dirk Nowitzki: Nowitzki (thigh) practiced Sunday, the Mavericks' official site reports. Coach Rick Carlisle said afterward, "I can't give you any definite whether he's going to play [Monday], but things are headed in the right direction." Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Nowitzki (groin) practices, might play Monday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki (groin) practiced on Sunday, but his status for Monday's game remains uncertain.

Mostly NBA Notes: Andre Drummond, the Rudy Gay trade and down goes Rondo

Source: Roto Arcade by Dalton Del Don

Andre Drummond has the sixth-most dunks in the NBA despite averaging just 20:11 mpg. He’s one of only six players in the league to average at least 1.5 bpg and 1.0 spg and among those half dozen, his 0.8 tpg are easily the fewest. Drummond has grabbed 32 rebounds over the past two games (in modest playing time as usual), and did I mention he’s just 19 years old? Admittedly, he’s a terrible free throw shooter (he shot 29.5 percent from the line at Connecticut. 29.5!), but Drummond’s 3.92 blocks per-48 minutes rank seventh in the league, ahead of Dwight Howard. Playing with a true point guard (Jose Calderon) for the first time as a pro should be beneficial as well. In

Dirk Nowitzki: (Thigh) Not Playing Friday

Source: RotoWire.com NBA

Dirk Nowitzki: Nowitzki (thigh) will not play in Friday's game against the Suns, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Dirk Nowitzki: (Thigh) Out Again Friday

Source: RotoWire.com NBA

Dirk Nowitzki: Nowitzki (thigh) will not play in Friday's game against the Suns, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Update: Dirk Nowitzki ruled out for Friday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Updating a previous item, Dirk Nowitzki (right adductor) will not play on Friday against the Suns.

Dirk Nowitzki doubtful to play on Friday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki (right adductor) is doubtful to play against the Suns on Friday.

Dirk Nowitzki: Out Thursday With Thigh Injury

Source: RotoWire.com NBA

Dirk Nowitzki: Nowitzki will sit out Thursday's game with a right adductor strain, NBA.com reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Dirk Nowitzki out for Thursday's game - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki will not play against Golden State on Thursday due to a right adductor injury.

Dirk Nowitzki's best game of season wasted - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki had a season-high 26 points, four rebounds, four assists and two 3-pointers on 11-of-21 shooting in Tuesday's tough loss at Portland.

Fantasy Beat – Jordan Fades Back – Swoosh

Source: Baseball Guys by Ray Flowers

Justin Fensterman and Trevor Ray go back to talking NBA. They will discuss Nowitzki being back, Derrick Rose coming back, and Chris Bosh stepping up his game. Trevor will also point out the ugliest picture on the internet.

Dirk Nowitzki, Derrick Rose, Chris Bosh, Chris Kamen, Jae Crowder, Tyler Zeller, Kyle Korver and Derek Rose.

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Fantasy Beat – Jordan Fades Back Swoosh

Source: Baseball Guys by Ray Flowers

Justin Fensterman and Trevor Ray go back to talking NBA. They will discuss Nowitzki being back, Derrick Rose coming back, and Chris Bosh stepping up his game. Trevor will also point out the ugliest picture on the internet.

Dirk Nowitzki, Derrick Rose, Chris Bosh, Chris Kamen, Jae Crowder, Tyler Zeller, Kyle Korver and Derek Rose.

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Nowitzki has team-high 20 pts in start at PF - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki scored a team-high 20 points in a start at PF on Saturday, his first of the season -- he made 7-of-16 FGs with two 3-pointers, six rebounds, two assists and one steal in 34 minutes.

Dirk Nowitzki: Starting Against Hornets On Saturday

Source: RotoWire.com NBA

Dirk Nowitzki: Nowitzki will make his first start of the season in Saturday's game against the Hornets, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Dirk Nowitzki will finally start Saturday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki will officially return to the starting lineup Saturday, according to coach Rick Carlisle.

Dirk Nowitzki: (Knee) Practices With Starters Friday

Source: RotoWire.com NBA

Dirk Nowitzki: Nowitzki (knee) practiced with the starters Friday for the first time all season, ESPNDallas.com reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Dirk Nowitzki practices with starters Friday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki practiced with the starters Friday for the first time all season.

Nowitzki could return to starting lineup Sat. - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki could return to the Mavericks starting lineup as soon as Saturday.

Report: Nowitzki close to joining starting 5 - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

"The time is drawing closer" for Dirk Nowitzki to rejoin the Mavericks starting lineup, according to the Dallas Morning News.

Dirk scores a season-high 19 points Wednesday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki scored a season-high 19 points in Wednesday's loss to the Heat, adding six rebounds, one assist and two 3-pointers in 29 minutes.

Fantasy Basketball Daily News and Notes for January 2, 2013

Source: Fantasy Basketball Daily by Tippy

Hope you guys all had a great Christmas Holiday and enjoyed time with the family.  It’s time to jump back into some fantasy basketball!  On to the fantasy highlights from Tuesday.   Dallas 103 @ Washington 94 Dirk Nowitzki is slowly getting back into the grind, 17 minutes and 11 points.  [...]

Dirk Nowitzki: I felt 10 times better Sunday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki (knee) said that he felt "10 times better" than he had been on Sunday, and also ditched his protective sleeve.

Dirk Nowitzki (knee) is on a minutes limit - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki is on a minutes limit despite saying that his knee is 100 percent healthy.

Dirk Nowitzki: Will Come Off Bench Thursday

Source: RotoWire.com NBA

Dirk Nowitzki: Nowitzki (knee) will come off the bench in Thursday's game against the Thunder, Earl Sneed of Mavs.com reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Dirk Nowitzki will come off bench Thursday - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Rick Carlisle says Dirk Nowitzki will continue to come off the bench Thursday against the Thunder.

Dirk Nowitzki: Makes Return to Lineup

Source: RotoWire.com NBA

Dirk Nowitzki: Nowitzki had eight points (3-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and a steal in 20 minutes Sunday in a 129-91 loss to the Spurs. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Fantasy: Nowitzki makes season debut

Source: Fantasy Basketball Blog by Tom Carpenter

Tom Carpenter reviews Sunday's action, including the season debut of Dirk Nowitzki.

The Daily Dose: Dose: Welcome Back, Dirk

Source: Rotoworld Basketball Articles

Dirk Nowitzki and Steve Nash are back, DeMarcus Cousins is suspended and Monday's Dose catches you up on a busy weekend of NBA action.

Nowitzki plays 20 minutes in surprise debut - Dirk Nowitzki | DAL

Source: Rotoworld Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki surprisingly made his season debut on Sunday, scoring eight points and grabbing six rebounds in 20 minutes off the bench.