February 1, 2025, left Dallas shaken. Luka Dončić’s trade to the Lakers hit hard, and for a while, fans feared it even drove a wedge between Dirk Nowitzki and the franchise. But with Cooper Flagg’s arrival easing the sting and the recent Dirk-Flagg buzz making headlines, things might finally be shifting. Dirk seems to be warming up—at least towards Mavs fans—as he now calls on them to show up and support an event close to his heart.

Dirk Nowitzki is gearing up for the 7th Annual Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Tennis Classic, an exhibition-style tournament where celebrities and athletes come together for a day filled with fun, philanthropy, and friendly competition. In the past, we’ve seen names like Steve Nash, Andy Roddick, Luka Dončić, Ben Stiller, and Owen Wilson hit the court, so we expec

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