about 1 month ago

Dirk Nowitzki Recalls Kobe Bryant Elbowing Him Despite All-Star Friendship

After a meaningful All-Star together, Dirk thought he had built a friendship with Kobe. Two weeks later at Staples Center, Dirk gave him a big hug before tipoff. "The jump goes up and he elbows me so hard in the ribs. He just wanted to set the tone. Whatever happened two weeks ago was completely gone."