In this championship run Dirk beat the blazers and a young Roy, swept the former back-to-back champion Lakers with Kobe, Dominated the thunders in the WCF with a young trio of Russ Harden and KD And completed this all time great run with beating the super team from Miami💪🏿 On his way he to the championship he defeated at least 8 future Hall of Famer👀 #GermanJesus🇩🇪
thats just it...he had a great career and had that one year where it all worked together...the whole team finally helped him. both jasons, marion and the rest....i usually dont like it when just one guy gets the spotlight in a teamsport....but he did deserve it
@@thomasward1539 Dirk was the only SUPERSTAR on tha team....but that was probably the last TEAM championship in the NBA. Might now be able to say the raptors too. But everyone on that team played a crucial role. Not just terry and kidd....but Chandler, Stevenson, and Barea were absolutely crucial as well. Was a great team title.
Dirk earned those free throws while Harden cheats on his. Besides, Dirk only shot that many free throws once the whole playoff run while Harden gets 20+ free throws almost regularly. Plus, Harden is a PROVEN CHOKER.
I didn't know he had bone-one-bone like Roy. Source? Dirk's career ended because the ankle he uses for the 1-leg fade simply gave out- he would sink into the ankle and it hurt like a MF. According to sources, it kept hurting Dirk 1 year into retirement.
His most unstoppable moment was a game vs okc where his shots looks like maxed out game sliders. Like holy shit he is a human cheatcode! He can't miss.
He's got a great team. They compliment each other. As the other former stars are about to fall, they managed to get a ring before retiring. Stojakovic, Terry, Kidd, Chandler, Marion. You're not an NBA fan of 2000's if you didn't know them. Solid contribution from them. Their team defense held just enough for Dirk to nail dagger after dagger. Dirk was so highlighted in this playoff run because of his unimaginable offensive performance. But overall every Mavs contributed to this improbable run.
Hector Ritualo sure everyone contributed, but by 2011 most of the players you mention were ageing and close to retirement. They were “2000’s” players, not 2010’s players. Nowitzki carried the scoring massively these playoffs. He was at least 60% of the reason they won that year
Hector Ritualo i’m not saying that they didn’t contributed i’m just saying in a league where super teams of multiple stars were formed to win championships (which many of them didn’t) Dirk was able to be the only true “star” of the team
@@vghhuttyyy5414 that's what's insane, Dirk was unbelievable at the 3 point line, but hes also 7 foot so coach wasn't going to have him chuck 3s like he's curry, that's what makes him truly one of a kind, you can't find any other 7footer who not only can run up the rim the way he did or hit you with his one leg fade away but can also drop a 3 better than half the league
Kobe was incredibly close to getting past his prime. Only 2 seasons later, he'd become riddled with injuries. Unfortunately, that's how the last 3 seasons of his career went. Injury after injury.
This is one of the favorite championships. I was really happy for Dirk, Kidd, Marrion and Terry. This Mavericks team also played like a team. And when you look who they had to defeat to get the trophy is just incredible. Coming from Lakers fan
I cried when I was watching that game and when Dirk ran to the locker room. Good thing I was watching alone at home. To witness a great person like Dirk fulfill his lifelong mission is a gift.
Matthew Fernandez He really deserved this championship. And how unselfish player he was, how much money did he gave up, so that Dallas could sign other players. And why I respect him so much, because he stayed loyal to one franchise his entire career, you don’t see that any more
When I read the title, I was afraid I was recommended another video I had seen a million times before. Pleasantly surprised that even now people can give Dirk his due credit.
I can still remember predictions on the playoffs back then. Most of sports analyst gave 4-2 or 4-1 to the blazers. They didnt give him a chance from the start! Ultimate underdog story.
I also still remember that the ESPN experts predicted every round that Dallas will lose. From the first round to the finals. It was a bad look for ESPN.
I remember watching your breakdowns of this series back in 2011 when I was in high school lol. Graduated University and got a job since then but it still kinda feels like yesterday when I started watching this channel. Thanks for all the great content over the years.
I’m a huge Mavs and I’ve got to say you were wrong. It was a “TEAM” effort! Dirk needed all of them to win the title and the team needed Dirk in clutch moments and he delivered. This 2011 Champions are what a TEAM is!
My #1 favorite player of all time, shaped the era of shooting big men and took Lebron off of his throne in 2011. What an amazing player AND a wonderful person.
I remember those times when a kid like me wanted to learn post-ups and mid-range shooting because of Dirk. Nowadays all kids wanted to shoot threes and dribble.
I started playing/watching basketball during the Conference Finals that year, so my first go-to move was that one-legged fadeaway in the post and mid range.
That was one of my favorite finals. Never really a mavs fan, but Dirk is was always fun and him beating the super team was great, especially after the last time he faced the heat in the finals.
@@FoxyChariot So true bro. Me and my buddy been playing since 2K6 and ever since we've been playing 2K19 and 2K20 I've been trash when I could usually make a shot or two on Pro/ All-star. I kept re-enforcing my confidence, telling myself "dude you know your better than this. You'll hit the next one and get into rhythm" but it never happened lol. Around Christmas this I asked him "how could they release a game where you can't even make a shot"? He says "it's on HOF" lol.
Jason Kidd running the offense, controlling the pace, dictating spacing, making sure Dirk got the ball in the spots he wants, all while maintaining patience was masterful to watch. There were virtually no mental errors and they always played to their strengths on high IQ plays even in crunch time. He deserves more credit.
QUEENDOM Tim Donaghy admired the refs had it out of Cuban that year. It’s was obvious to see it. GSW’s head coach was don Nelson, the guy who developed Dirk and coached the mavs before. He definitely knew dirk inside and out so.
Coach Carlisle does a great job putting his players in a position to succeed, never mind having the trust of his owner.. Dallas one of the classiest organisations out there.
the amount of jumpers scored by dirk these playoffs, beautiful to watch. Amazing shooting display by the veteran core of dirk terry, marion, peja, stevenson, barea and even brian cardinal while chandler and haywood on rebounding and defensive duty. the team was one of a kind filled with matured, skilled, experienced, high IQ players. desperate and destined to win while realizing this was their last chance at a title shot at that point of their careers. so they pushed, put the foot down and it worked magically in their favour/favor. the assembly of each lineup was well balanced and the chemistry was through the roof. unbelievable run, unforgettable also. i consider 2011 champion mavs the most legit, hard earned title winners of the last decade at the least along with the 2014 sa spurs. if i was mark cuban, id go over the cap and resigned every team free agent for 2012 season. but im really glad that this squad of legends got a ring, well deserved!
Not just his technique but personality as well. I grew up close to where his home in germany is. One day I just randomly met him on a court. We chatted a little. Played a quick game of 21 (he annihalted me) and then he just proceded with some casual throwing. Just an amazing guy
Very well done Coach Nick. Thanks for showcasing these brilliant memories. Every man on this squad, from Dirk and Jet and Kidd and Tyson, JJ, #00 Marion, Deshawn, Peja, and the rest, to the Custodian, Brian Cardinal, was needed to make this happen. But Dirk was otherworldly.
@@yunopepper76 sorry bro, but point guards shouldn't even make the top 50 in terms of the best fade away jump shots, no disrespect to Chef Curry, but he did moving set shots, fadeaway is more post playing. Even the Klaw has a great fade
Easily the best title run I've ever watched (disregarding my bias for last year as a Raps fan). I remember during the run I counted over 100 seasons of NBA basketball played across their roster, with no title. So many players getting their just due, not only Dirk. Terry, Peja, Kidd, Marion & Barea were all incredible and earned those rings.
Man I've getting goosebumps every single time I see this classic throwback footage by our German Wonderkind. Appreciate your effort on this video. BTW: I'm in the conversation coach Nick Greetings from Marcel 🏀🔥🇩🇪✌️🏆
I remember watching this Mavs team go thru the best that they were offered and dropped bodies all over the damn place.... I learned Dirk's one legged fade away after seeing him kill off everyone with it
Raptors got lucky, warriors were underpowered. If KD didnt get injured in the final game, they would've got both 6 and 7 and won. Saying this as a neutral NBA fan.
great vid, I remember gm 1 of that western conference finals where Dirk destroyed Ibaka and how we went 24-24 from FT, he was laser focused to get back to the finals, it would've been cool if you included how they came back down 15 against the Lakers in game 1. What an incredible run by Dirk and the Mavs that year.
@@kaiser741 correct, but coach Nick mentioned the game 4 comeback and I think the finals game 2 comeback is a lot more well known, but game 1 against the lakers i believe Dallas was down 15 with 9 to go
His scoring moves are incredible. His ability to use his body to get separation to get a good shot off anytime on offense, and he also gets low and finishes strong inside.
Dirk's movement is so stiff and awkward, but so effective and he's got a fabulous soft touch. there is a book about this high arc shot and the math involved. he practiced this until he dropped. this shows how great technique comes from repetitions. training, training, training.
Yup, he's 33 around this time so it's obvious some of his moves look stiff. But 2000 - 2007 Dirk was on a different level. He was KD before KD came along.
I was 7 years old not really into the nba at this time and I was a New York fan but i remember seeing it was the playoffs and i watched Dirk dissect the Lakers and I was like wow this guys amazing than I got sicks for a week and a half so I dont remember the okc series than I remember the Miami series and I saw the mavs were counted to loose in 6 and i was like have you seen this team how is that possible even as a person who lives in florida and never watched basically up to that point i rooted for the Mavs while my Aunt and grandparents were for the Heat and man the memories I'll never understand how the Mavs went under the radar
It's his shooting style. The ball is going so high... Almost impossible to stop it. I don't think he's underrated... He got a lot of respect all the time. Even after he retired.
If you want to dominate, you've got to master the midrange: Jordan Kobe DIrk Kawhi CP3 Billups/Rip Garnett Duncan AI ... and to some extent, Curry and Klay (extraordinary shooters) Giannis, Harden, Booker, Zion, Luka, KP --> these guys should learn how to mix up their games to keep the opponents guessing.
@@travman3299 Dirk's frame and base are much stronger than KP's. Notice on these videos how often Dirk can make shots through contact because of his deceptive strength and footwork. He doesn't have the same strength as Shaq, Jokic or Duncan down low, but even guys like Gasol, Ibaka, Bosh, and Aldridge (full-pledged PF's) are having a hard time keeping him out of his sweet spots. What KP lacks in overall strength and footwork, he can compensate with length and athleticism. So I guess the next big step for him is to be a 7'3" Klay Thompson -- someone who can slash, cut, and find holes on the defense. Once he fills up his frame (around 27 - 29 years old), you should see more post moves from him.
After they got 2 wins on Kobe's field, I was convinced they were going to take the title. I'm German, and I subscribed to German PayTV after those 2 wins. I cried like a little kid at that time. I am the same age as Dirk and grew up with the same few reports about the NBA with Jordan, Barkley, Stockalone and Kemp. And many years later a German becomes immortal. Title, MVP, all-time scorer list, Hall of Fame, Olympic flag, .......... We are infinitely proud of our big guy.
Dirk was 32 that year and was considered past his prime or was at the end of his peak so that really was his last chance to win it all. Kinda sad that a lot of young fans don't know how agile and athletic Dirk was in his prime: th-cam.com/play/PL5M3pbQwo6Ly6mT54yKyPgq5cNrcsj3Zx.html
MY FAVORITE PLAYER LITERALLY SINCE 2001 AND MISS SEEING HIM PLAY ESPECIALLY IN HIS PRIME YEARS! LOVE THIS VIDEO THOUGH COACH AND GREAT ANALYSIS ON WHO I ALSO BELIEVE IS THE MOST UNDERRATED SUPERSTAR OF ALL TIME 💪🏾
Dirk was the the definition of a “man on a mission” this year.
ssimpson11234 pssshhh...the 2019 raptors was better than them
RealNPoetic Not necessarily, Dirk had himself the Raptors had one of the best lineups in the league
Static_fizzo plus kawhi took on a wounded warriors squad, dirk took on Kobe, KD, and lebrons big 3. Absolutely crazy
RealNPoetic i mean of course
@@prochokepoint994 The teams Kawhi beat were better.
In this championship run
Dirk beat the blazers and a young Roy,
swept the former back-to-back champion Lakers with Kobe,
Dominated the thunders in the WCF with a young trio of Russ Harden and KD
And completed this all time great run with beating the super team from Miami💪🏿
On his way he to the championship he defeated at least 8 future Hall of Famer👀
#GermanJesus🇩🇪
Basti Ha Roy was more injured than young
He doesn’t deserve it should give it to curry
@@yunopepper76 what???
@@yunopepper76 😂😂 what
Basti Ha
What makes this sweeter is he was the only Allstar on his team
Dirk beat Kobe, LEBRON and KD in the same damn year. That’s crazy!
Luis Flores and ppl say KG was better 😆
And D wade, and harden, and russ
thats just it...he had a great career and had that one year where it all worked together...the whole team finally helped him. both jasons, marion and the rest....i usually dont like it when just one guy gets the spotlight in a teamsport....but he did deserve it
@@thomasward1539 Dirk was the only SUPERSTAR on tha team....but that was probably the last TEAM championship in the NBA. Might now be able to say the raptors too. But everyone on that team played a crucial role. Not just terry and kidd....but Chandler, Stevenson, and Barea were absolutely crucial as well. Was a great team title.
@Tanmay Jamwal nah
Never forget what JVG said during that Thunder series... "If I'm Serge Ibaka, I'm naming my first son Dirk." lmao
That was so disrespectful! 😂
LMFAO Serge realy tried too. Oh the disrespect 🤣
Pmfao
Wasn’t that Mark Jackson that said that though? I could be wrong.
Ahahahahaha I remember that
This is the playoff run that ESPN likes to pretend doesn't exist.
Because Lebron Paid them not to
Lol you mean LEspn
cyber6sapien yesh because it wasn’t La, Miami or New York
@@pawnsicle4738 What are you talking about? It hasn't been New York since the 90s lol
zerocal76 they’re still obsessed with any big market team and refuse to allow NY to be bad in peace
The best part about him was that he stuck with his team for all 21 years of his career.
He didnt sY he was stuck. He said he stuck with his team. A little difference there bud
Unlike KD...
@@krizaey8782 or bron
Unbreakable
Dirk: *Shoots 24 free throws in a game*
Harden: *Hmmmmm....*
Underrated comments
Harden: Hold my Beard
@Prince Rakeem it was a playoffs rekord not regular season, we might never see harden do it in the playoffs ;)
Dirk earned those free throws while Harden cheats on his. Besides, Dirk only shot that many free throws once the whole playoff run while Harden gets 20+ free throws almost regularly. Plus, Harden is a PROVEN CHOKER.
@@FrYLocK41 true
It's nice to see Dirk moving with cartilage in his knees again.
I didn't know he had bone-one-bone like Roy. Source? Dirk's career ended because the ankle he uses for the 1-leg fade simply gave out- he would sink into the ankle and it hurt like a MF. According to sources, it kept hurting Dirk 1 year into retirement.
@@VVVY777 i believe its a joke buddy
@@santiagobarbesin8649 no i think dirk actually got injured
Crab God I think the original poster was saying it's nice seeing Dirk not move as stiff as he did his last few years in the league.
77 he isn’t even into 1 year of retirement
His most unstoppable moment was a game vs okc where his shots looks like maxed out game sliders. Like holy shit he is a human cheatcode! He can't miss.
He hit some ridiculous shots all playoffs.
That game 1, he made Ibaka his bitch.
It was like KD in 2k13, you can knock him down, foul him, whatever you want. It’s still gonna kiss off the glass and go in. Jesus with a basketball
I had Midorima flashbacks looking at his game and this comment.
A 7ft tall who use his skills.. instead of dunk dunk dunk dunk dunk dunk...
Dirk puts the “Lone Star” in The Lone Star State
Daniel Bui LMFAO
He's got a great team. They compliment each other. As the other former stars are about to fall, they managed to get a ring before retiring. Stojakovic, Terry, Kidd, Chandler, Marion. You're not an NBA fan of 2000's if you didn't know them. Solid contribution from them. Their team defense held just enough for Dirk to nail dagger after dagger. Dirk was so highlighted in this playoff run because of his unimaginable offensive performance. But overall every Mavs contributed to this improbable run.
@@hex-2748 no
Hector Ritualo sure everyone contributed, but by 2011 most of the players you mention were ageing and close to retirement. They were “2000’s” players, not 2010’s players. Nowitzki carried the scoring massively these playoffs. He was at least 60% of the reason they won that year
Hector Ritualo i’m not saying that they didn’t contributed i’m just saying in a league where super teams of multiple stars were formed to win championships (which many of them didn’t) Dirk was able to be the only true “star” of the team
I'm still waiting for the advanced metric that allows us to count shots with a hand in one's face. Dirk must have set the playoff record back then.
he's one of a kind lol, since he's a 7 footer with an unguardable fadeaway shot.
Kobe might have him beat out lol
metalsadman ahem, porzingus
Facts he’s literally the living version of good defense better offense
@@will8831 Yep Kobe Might have beat out dirk, He shot Triple teamed Almost falling to the ground shots, But dirk is likely A close second
People forget how good dirk was... one of 7 ALL TIME with 30k points absolute legend
Yeah and if he used the 3 piunt line more he could be like a top 3 all time score
@@vghhuttyyy5414 that's what's insane, Dirk was unbelievable at the 3 point line, but hes also 7 foot so coach wasn't going to have him chuck 3s like he's curry, that's what makes him truly one of a kind, you can't find any other 7footer who not only can run up the rim the way he did or hit you with his one leg fade away but can also drop a 3 better than half the league
Top 10 playoff run from an individual, ever.
top 10 only ?!?!?!?!?!?!
Kobe Bean The GOAT Top 1, name me others please
Top 5 id say.
No particular order
Dirk 2011
Kawhi 2019
Kobe 2009
Shaq 2001
Duncan 03
@@bjornlakenstrazen2186 kawhi playoff run last year is really overrated
@@absolutejazz1676 whats your top 10?
Someone said Dirk beat a prime kobe, 3 MVP's and the big 3 all in the playoffs.....legendary
Five MVPs. Harden. KD. Russ. LBJ. Kobe.
Add D wade on list as Final's MVP and Ron Artest since he won Most defensive player award back in 2003-2004 season, damn..
Kobe was incredibly close to getting past his prime. Only 2 seasons later, he'd become riddled with injuries. Unfortunately, that's how the last 3 seasons of his career went. Injury after injury.
@@Texan45 seeing as Dirk and Kobe was around the same age that's no excuse.
This is one of the favorite championships. I was really happy for Dirk, Kidd, Marrion and Terry. This Mavericks team also played like a team. And when you look who they had to defeat to get the trophy is just incredible. Coming from Lakers fan
I cried when I was watching that game and when Dirk ran to the locker room. Good thing I was watching alone at home. To witness a great person like Dirk fulfill his lifelong mission is a gift.
Matthew Fernandez He really deserved this championship. And how unselfish player he was, how much money did he gave up, so that Dallas could sign other players. And why I respect him so much, because he stayed loyal to one franchise his entire career, you don’t see that any more
Dirk, an ALL TIMER😉
Even though he was 3/4 inches bigger than most of his defenders there was still some hella contested shots he just drained with ease
"On a good day, Anthony is 3 inch shorter than Dirk" 🤣🤣🤣🤣
🙃😂🤣😅
that's both a "that's what she said" and a "pause" moment
When I read the title, I was afraid I was recommended another video I had seen a million times before. Pleasantly surprised that even now people can give Dirk his due credit.
Top 15 all time no doubt and by far the best European ever. But Luka is coming for that title
I’m a simple Dallas Mavericks fan, I see Dirk, and I immediately click n like.
Dirk will always be my favorite player
Hand down, Man down
MAMA ! THERE GOES THAT MAN
I can still remember predictions on the playoffs back then. Most of sports analyst gave 4-2 or 4-1 to the blazers. They didnt give him a chance from the start! Ultimate underdog story.
YESSS YESS I agree. Also remembered how Chris webber is a definite hater of dirk lmao
I also still remember that the ESPN experts predicted every round that Dallas will lose. From the first round to the finals. It was a bad look for ESPN.
Lakers were predicted to sweep Dallas, oh how the mighty fall
I remember watching your breakdowns of this series back in 2011 when I was in high school lol. Graduated University and got a job since then but it still kinda feels like yesterday when I started watching this channel. Thanks for all the great content over the years.
Same. Oh what a time
Wholesome throwback post.
Also deserve to be mentioned that he play with the flu in the finals.
MJ - "Goat shit"
Yes he did! Lebron & Wade Joked. But Dirk got the last laugh 😆
I’m a huge Mavs and I’ve got to say you were wrong. It was a “TEAM” effort! Dirk needed all of them to win the title and the team needed Dirk in clutch moments and he delivered. This 2011 Champions are what a TEAM is!
HAD TO CLICK IMMEDIATELY
lol, yep that's what clickbait titles do. the more accurate title is "Why did Dirk shoot so many 2's? This is my question but I can't answer it."
A 7ft tall who use his skills.. instead of dunk dunk dunk dunk dunk dunk...
My #1 favorite player of all time, shaped the era of shooting big men and took Lebron off of his throne in 2011. What an amazing player AND a wonderful person.
I remember those times when a kid like me wanted to learn post-ups and mid-range shooting because of Dirk. Nowadays all kids wanted to shoot threes and dribble.
Facts
I wanted to do fancy dribbles and dunk because of A.I. and Vince Carter.
Man, the amount of times I've used the upfake, turnaround, off the board jumper...Dirk and TD right there
I started playing/watching basketball during the Conference Finals that year, so my first go-to move was that one-legged fadeaway in the post and mid range.
That was one of my favorite finals. Never really a mavs fan, but Dirk is was always fun and him beating the super team was great, especially after the last time he faced the heat in the finals.
Most of nba fans were quietly cheering for the Mavs. I've been a fan since moving to the DFW area over 20 yrs ago.
People forget how good this Mavs team was in the regular season before Caron Butler went down. They were on pace for over 60 wins
Dirk is/was a superstar. His turnaround jumper was as impressive as MJ's in his prime. Dirk was an absolute maniac.
Looks like a game of horse on HoF difficulty and yet he swished so many of those shots
Gozilla I see you play 2k
nah if it were on hof difficulty, he'd never make a shot with 2ks broken gameplay
TJ Frye HOF literally makes the game hard for no reason. All Star or Pro is the best way to play.
@@FoxyChariot So true bro. Me and my buddy been playing since 2K6 and ever since we've been playing 2K19 and 2K20 I've been trash when I could usually make a shot or two on Pro/ All-star. I kept re-enforcing my confidence, telling myself "dude you know your better than this. You'll hit the next one and get into rhythm" but it never happened lol. Around Christmas this I asked him "how could they release a game where you can't even make a shot"? He says "it's on HOF" lol.
A 7ft tall who use his skills.. instead of dunk dunk dunk dunk dunk dunk...
Greatest playoff run ever. They knocked off some tough ass teams
Kidd, Chandler, Marion, Peja, Terry, Barea, Stevenson my favorite supporting cast in history of bball.
Mavericks legends for all time
After that series, nobody called that German boy soft; gawdam one of the greatest playoff runs ever!
It's incredible seeing how different was the game only 9 years ago. It's crazy.
Jason Kidd running the offense, controlling the pace, dictating spacing, making sure Dirk got the ball in the spots he wants, all while maintaining patience was masterful to watch. There were virtually no mental errors and they always played to their strengths on high IQ plays even in crunch time. He deserves more credit.
I'm impressed more on how this 38yrs past prime when he shutdown LeBron.
Bryan D No, Jason Terry was his wingman those playoffs.
@@abduugasdude said nothing about Kidd being a wingman he was explaining how he loved kidds play at the point.....
Y’all remember when Lequeen Lames and DWade was coughing mocking Dirk’s flu?????? 😂 Dirk came out and humble these phonys.....
That was low. Even for great mufukas like them, that was low.
this was one of my first memories watching basketball, i remember coming after school quickly just to watch dirk play
In this Playoff run:
DIrk bested:
Kobe
KD
Lebron
DAMN.
Swept the defending champion lakers. Owned them, in every game. I think they won by almost 40 the last game.
He bested Lamarcus Aldridge, Brandon Roy, Kobe, Pau Gasol, KD, Harden, Russell Westbrook, Bosh, Dwayne Wade, and Lebron. Damn...
QUEENDOM Tim Donaghy admired the refs had it out of Cuban that year. It’s was obvious to see it. GSW’s head coach was don Nelson, the guy who developed Dirk and coached the mavs before. He definitely knew dirk inside and out so.
@QUEENDOM Refs in the dwade game
I'm so glad you had that lefty hook in this video! I remember being astounded that he had that in his bag enough to hit it in the clutch like that.
He shoots soooo many shots lefty near the hoop
One of the best playoff runs we’ve ever seen
Always love players shooting the Dirk fadeaway and honestly i love it more when they shoot it and miss it. I miss Dirk man :/
Coach Carlisle does a great job putting his players in a position to succeed, never mind having the trust of his owner..
Dallas one of the classiest organisations out there.
Ooooooo WEEEEE
Dirk really is one of the greatest. He upped the bar so much for big men in the NBA. Unguardable legend
the amount of jumpers scored by dirk these playoffs, beautiful to watch. Amazing shooting display by the veteran core of dirk terry, marion, peja, stevenson, barea and even brian cardinal while chandler and haywood on rebounding and defensive duty. the team was one of a kind filled with matured, skilled, experienced, high IQ players. desperate and destined to win while realizing this was their last chance at a title shot at that point of their careers. so they pushed, put the foot down and it worked magically in their favour/favor. the assembly of each lineup was well balanced and the chemistry was through the roof. unbelievable run, unforgettable also. i consider 2011 champion mavs the most legit, hard earned title winners of the last decade at the least along with the 2014 sa spurs. if i was mark cuban, id go over the cap and resigned every team free agent for 2012 season. but im really glad that this squad of legends got a ring, well deserved!
That cardinal dude took on prime lebron. Respect
Coming from a laker fan ... but damn this was a historic run by the Mavericks ! RESPECT ✊🏾
Let's not forget his 2006 playoff run, either.
Yeah when we were shafted in the finals
Yeah, i remember that clearly. Dwade shooting 200 total free throws i think.
Daniel G. Tan dirk is better
Not just his technique but personality as well. I grew up close to where his home in germany is. One day I just randomly met him on a court. We chatted a little. Played a quick game of 21 (he annihalted me) and then he just proceded with some casual throwing. Just an amazing guy
Those young kids today don't know how good he was and how great/meaningful his one championship is 🏆
He doesn’t deserve it should’ve given it to curry
That's what I'm talking about, no idea what they are talking about.
@@BBaIL Well these young kids were still in their daddy's nut-sack when it happened.
That was the best sweetest run I’ve ever seen in NBA live on TV. Sweet memories, super thrilling and nostalgic!
Dirk had been running after that title for years!
Very well done Coach Nick. Thanks for showcasing these brilliant memories. Every man on this squad, from Dirk and Jet and Kidd and Tyson, JJ, #00 Marion, Deshawn, Peja, and the rest, to the Custodian, Brian Cardinal, was needed to make this happen. But Dirk was otherworldly.
Prime dirk has the best fade away
2nd Curry is the 1st
@@yunopepper76 NO just stop 🤦♂️
@@skidlinerz lmao Kobe is 2 bro Jordan is 2.1 😉
@@yunopepper76 sorry bro, but point guards shouldn't even make the top 50 in terms of the best fade away jump shots, no disrespect to Chef Curry, but he did moving set shots, fadeaway is more post playing. Even the Klaw has a great fade
Mr Pepper Is this Flightreacts Alt
He was like a reverse uncle drew back then. Nba player with grandpa athleticism
It was a amazing run from Dirk! I'm glad more and more people recognizes what he did in 2011! It was incredible!
Man, yesterday i watched dirk 2011 highlites and wished that there would be a cool video from you about the 2011 playoffs.
God is real!
great breakdown on dirk impact in the finals
Top 3 PF of all time
Nah Curry is number one
@@yunopepper76 you stupid curry plays point guard
@@yunopepper76 lOoK aT StEpH cUrRy mAn
@@MonstorOrc Nah really
Dirk is the best pf ever
0:58 Look at this man. Fading like a guard 😂😂. Completely unguardable.
This championship run was the purpose of his whole 21 years in Dallas. Simply an otherworldly performance!
Shit was crazy . That team was one of the best in history . Dirk gave it to em
Easily the best title run I've ever watched (disregarding my bias for last year as a Raps fan).
I remember during the run I counted over 100 seasons of NBA basketball played across their roster, with no title. So many players getting their just due, not only Dirk. Terry, Peja, Kidd, Marion & Barea were all incredible and earned those rings.
I remember dirk balling out, but thanks for the stats coach Nick.
It really puts in perspective how superlative dirk was that year.
Coronavirus: I'm about to destroy everyone's whole career
Coach Nick: *Hold my Dirk's fadeaway*
OMG DIRK WAS MAJESTIC THAT PLAYOFFS RUN!
“if i’m serge ibaka, i’m naming my first son dirk” -jeff van gundy after dirk dropped 48 points on him
Dirk was single minded & focused. on a roll, in the zone. awesome to watch. thanks. legend guy.
Such a proud moment in German sports history! Greatest German athlete of all time ❤️
Been waiting for someone to show Dirk some love.
This still one of my favourite classic teams in 2k
Legend Are Forever! DIRK is incredible! Amazing
That “Lone Star” line was a nice touch.
Man I've getting goosebumps every single time I see this classic throwback footage by our German Wonderkind.
Appreciate your effort on this video.
BTW: I'm in the conversation coach Nick
Greetings from Marcel 🏀🔥🇩🇪✌️🏆
I remember watching this Mavs team go thru the best that they were offered and dropped bodies all over the damn place.... I learned Dirk's one legged fade away after seeing him kill off everyone with it
i will never get tired of watching this..
Now I wanna to see this 2011 mavs vs 2019 raptors...that would be a GOAT finals series!
HW Night raptors beat a weak gsw roster Mavericks beat every team at 100%
Raptors got lucky, warriors were underpowered. If KD didnt get injured in the final game, they would've got both 6 and 7 and won.
Saying this as a neutral NBA fan.
Game 4 vs OKC is one of the greatest individual playoff efforts I've ever seen. That man refused to lose
I was in 9th grade when this run happened. Made me truly fall in love with the game.
great vid, I remember gm 1 of that western conference finals where Dirk destroyed Ibaka and how we went 24-24 from FT, he was laser focused to get back to the finals, it would've been cool if you included how they came back down 15 against the Lakers in game 1. What an incredible run by Dirk and the Mavs that year.
He made comeback in OKC too, game 4. And then greatest comback game in the finals, game 2.
@@kaiser741 correct, but coach Nick mentioned the game 4 comeback and I think the finals game 2 comeback is a lot more well known, but game 1 against the lakers i believe Dallas was down 15 with 9 to go
Everyone wants to hate on Lebron for losing but now that I look at it... No one was able to stop Dirk like wow
His scoring moves are incredible. His ability to use his body to get separation to get a good shot off anytime on offense, and he also gets low and finishes strong inside.
Dirk's movement is so stiff and awkward, but so effective and he's got a fabulous soft touch. there is a book about this high arc shot and the math involved. he practiced this until he dropped. this shows how great technique comes from repetitions. training, training, training.
i wouldn't say it's stiff, but it definitely looks unassuming, like he's trying to trick the d into thinking he's not a threat.
Yup, he's 33 around this time so it's obvious some of his moves look stiff. But 2000 - 2007 Dirk was on a different level. He was KD before KD came along.
I was 7 years old not really into the nba at this time and I was a New York fan but i remember seeing it was the playoffs and i watched Dirk dissect the Lakers and I was like wow this guys amazing than I got sicks for a week and a half so I dont remember the okc series than I remember the Miami series and I saw the mavs were counted to loose in 6 and i was like have you seen this team how is that possible even as a person who lives in florida and never watched basically up to that point i rooted for the Mavs while my Aunt and grandparents were for the Heat and man the memories I'll never understand how the Mavs went under the radar
Sweetest victory for the mavs here :)
As a german this Video makes me smile :). Thanks for honoring our big guy. Great Video!
Prime Dirk is the best PF ever!
Sir Ssio167 nah. With all respect to German Jesus there were a couple better PFs
Um, the fundamentals
Sir Ssio167 uhhhm TD?
McHale, Duncan, Garnett I will put over him easily. Top-5 for sure, still.
Josh 2003 Duncan is the only one I can think of off the top of my head. Im placing 2011 above any version of Barkley, Karl Malone or Garnett
my favorite playoffs of all time, not even a mavs fan but dirk literally just put the team on his back
How Dirk is the GOAT and Luka is the Baby GOAT
Amazing video! I agree Dirk is the most underrated by far!
*How Lebron didn't show up in the 2011 finals* should be the next video
@Ramón Verduga P what
he'd never do that, he's got a hard on for bronny boy james
@@tjfrye11 no doubt. And his bias just keeps getting worse and worse
The "goat" (no), got out played by jason terry
Lebron showed up, he just got his butt kicked. Mark Cuban already set Skip Brainless, I mean Bayless, straight on this subject.
It's his shooting style. The ball is going so high... Almost impossible to stop it.
I don't think he's underrated... He got a lot of respect all the time. Even after he retired.
BRING BACK "GOOD BAD MEH" !
One of the GOATS!! the man who did it alone against all the other superstar teams.
If you want to dominate, you've got to master the midrange:
Jordan
Kobe
DIrk
Kawhi
CP3
Billups/Rip
Garnett
Duncan
AI
... and to some extent, Curry and Klay (extraordinary shooters)
Giannis, Harden, Booker, Zion, Luka, KP --> these guys should learn how to mix up their games to keep the opponents guessing.
Kristaps had a great mid range game but now he just chucks up threes like hes Steph
Carl Dexter Arceo Lebron in his prime
No KD?
@@Danxiong yup KD, too. For sure.
@@travman3299 Dirk's frame and base are much stronger than KP's. Notice on these videos how often Dirk can make shots through contact because of his deceptive strength and footwork. He doesn't have the same strength as Shaq, Jokic or Duncan down low, but even guys like Gasol, Ibaka, Bosh, and Aldridge (full-pledged PF's) are having a hard time keeping him out of his sweet spots.
What KP lacks in overall strength and footwork, he can compensate with length and athleticism. So I guess the next big step for him is to be a 7'3" Klay Thompson -- someone who can slash, cut, and find holes on the defense. Once he fills up his frame (around 27 - 29 years old), you should see more post moves from him.
After they got 2 wins on Kobe's field, I was convinced they were going to take the title. I'm German, and I subscribed to German PayTV after those 2 wins. I cried like a little kid at that time. I am the same age as Dirk and grew up with the same few reports about the NBA with Jordan, Barkley, Stockalone and Kemp. And many years later a German becomes immortal. Title, MVP, all-time scorer list, Hall of Fame, Olympic flag, ..........
We are infinitely proud of our big guy.
Dirk was 32 that year and was considered past his prime or was at the end of his peak so that really was his last chance to win it all.
Kinda sad that a lot of young fans don't know how agile and athletic Dirk was in his prime: th-cam.com/play/PL5M3pbQwo6Ly6mT54yKyPgq5cNrcsj3Zx.html
bcos dirk was a pioneer in an era where big men do not usually shoot from long range.
so true this is the 17th video about this topic I watched today. so underrated
4:54 Peja sighting
MY FAVORITE PLAYER LITERALLY SINCE 2001 AND MISS SEEING HIM PLAY ESPECIALLY IN HIS PRIME YEARS! LOVE THIS VIDEO THOUGH COACH AND GREAT ANALYSIS ON WHO I ALSO BELIEVE IS THE MOST UNDERRATED SUPERSTAR OF ALL TIME 💪🏾