WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 (Xinhua) -- Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki and Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade enjoyed some emotional moments at the All-Star Game held on Sunday and both appreciated the chance to say goodbye to the world's fans on the stage.
"This one was special," Wade said of his entire experience. "I'm just thankful for the NBA for making sure and accommodating one of the things that I didn't even think I needed or wanted. My team did an amazing job, my family. I couldn't ask for anything more of this weekend. It definitely was my most enjoyable. People like to ask, and this one will take the place now as my most memorable and most enjoyable All-Star."
"The game is in good hands," Wade said. "So it's easy to walk away right now," said the 37-year-old Wade, who has decided to retire after this season.
"That was obviously awesome," the 40-year-old Nowitzki said. "I wanted just to play a few minutes and hoist up a three and that's exactly what happened. It was just a fun all around weekend for me. It was a pleasure to compete with these guys one more time on this stage. I got honored in between the third and fourth quarter, that was emotional, so it was a great weekend for me and I'm ready to go home."
Team LeBron, captained by the Los Angeles Lakers LeBron James, defeated Team Giannis 178-164 in the All-Star Game and Nowitzki, playing for Team Giannis, had nine points. Wade, playing alongside with his close friend James, knocked down seven points.
