Dirk Nowitzki Calls Mavericks' 2-7 Start 'Disaster'

Dirk Nowitzki called the Mavericks’ 2-7 opening a “disaster start,” saying they’re “tough to watch” because they “can’t shoot.” Dallas sits last in points (106.0), offensive rating (103.2) and three-pointers made, while injuries — Kyrie Irving still rehabbing a torn ACL and others sidelined — have left the offense sputtering and the roster thin around rookie Cooper Flagg. Merlin sees the big picture: Flagg is learning to be a primary ball‑handler at 18, averaging 14.1/6.6/2.7 in a role he’d never played, and Dirk’s advice — “try to keep a positive attitude,” that “things will be okay” — is the steadying spell the young core needs. Improvement is likely when health returns, but questions about the roster’s fit linger.