Just more than two weeks ahead of EuroBasket 2015, a tournament that would help Germany qualify for the 2016 Olympics in Rio, the national team’s roster is about to be set for the Sept. 5 opener against Iceland. Nowitzki is certainly a favorite to make the final roster, not only because of his All-Star ability but also because of his iconic status in his home country. Berlin, the capital of Germany, is one of the host cities, adding yet another element of excitement for the Big German, who was hesitant to participate in the tournament until he found out he’d be playing on his home soil.
Dirk Nowitzki, German National Team prepare for EuroBasket 2015
