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Dirk talks Luka, playoffs, being a soccer dad

He’s five years into retirement from the NBA and, if it’s possible, Dirk Nowitzki is a bigger fan of the Mavericks now than he’s ever been.

He’s like a lot of us – captivated by the magic that Luka Donu010diu0107 generates with regularity. And he’s bullish on the Mavericks as they head into the first round of the NBA playoffs Sunday against the Los Angeles Clippers.

“I’m looking forward to the playoffs,” Nowitzki said. “We’re playing our best basketball at the right time.

“The Clippers are tough, though. The Clippers are always tough against us.