Dirk Nowitzki changed the NBA forever when he became one of the first European players to achieve superstar status in the league. Coming from Germany, he proved that international players could succeed at the highest level.

Among the many reasons they were cited for Luka Doncic being traded last season was his contract. This offseason, the superstar guard is eligible to ink an extension if he chooses. Though it won't be as high as it could have been with the Dallas Mavericks,