Also, the whole Dirk being just a shooter (offensive only) is delusional. Since around 2007-onwards, Dirk has arguably been the best post player in the NBA. Every year he's top 5 in post-up efficiency/scoring. Third in the NBA in post-up points this year...at 37.
Saw this in a thread on RealGM, as well.
POST-UP POWERS
Most efficient post-up players in 2013-14 season, according to Synergy (minimum 125 plays).
Player Plays Points FG% %FT Pts/play
LeBron James 261 283 55.9 21.8 1.08
Kevin Durant 207 221 47.8 20.8 1.07
Dirk Nowitzki 534 568 50.8 15.5 1.06
Dwyane Wade 145 153 53.7 17.2 1.06
Carmelo Anthony 420 427 49.4 16.7 1.02
Al Jefferson 840 813 51.0 11.0 0.97
Arron Afflalo 173 167 49.6 14.5 0.97
Blake Griffin 541 517 47.8 22.7 0.96
Joe Johnson 244 233 50.8 12.3 0.96
Brandon Bass 241 229 44.8 17.0 0.95
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