DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki is returning to the team in an official capacity.
The Mavericks announced on Friday that Nowitzki will serve as a special advisor to the franchise.
The hiring comes a day after the resignation of Head Coach Rick Carlisle. A day before that, the Mavericks and long-time General Manager Donnie Nelson agreed to part ways. According to the team, Nowitzki will assist with the hiring of both a general manager and head coach as well as consult on other front office decisions.
“Mark Cuban approached me about a role as special advisor and I am happy to support my Mavs,” said Nowitzki. “Donnie Nelson and Rick Carlisle were both mentors and played huge roles in my career and the success of this franchise, and I am going to miss them. It is important for me now to join Mark and contribute as much as I can as we move forward.”
Nowitzki led the Mavericks to their only NBA championship in 2011.
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