Dirk Nowitzki: Saxophone Player
Germany’s Dirk Nowitzki spent 21 seasons in the NBA from 1998 to 2019. Before retiring about a month ago, he was the only player to play for the same team for 21 seasons. He also set the NBA record for most points by a foreign-born player during his time with the Dallas Mavericks. Dirk is an avid saxophonist, and now that he has more free time, he can devote himself entirely to his favorite hobby.
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Manu Ginóbili: Father
Emanuel Ginóbili of Argentina was a 23-year NBA veteran. Only one other player has won the NBA, EuroLeague, and Olympic gold medals. After retiring at the age of 40 in 2018, he now has more time to devote to his three sons. His children with Marianela are Dante and Nicola, 9-year-old twins, and Luca, a 5-year-old son.