Dirk Nowitzki on Missed Dunk: ‘That Rim Was 12 Feet High’ (VIDEO)

While trailing a Chandler Parsons-led fastbreak Tuesday night, Dirk Nowitzki picked up a loose ball after the whistle was blown, and proceeded to brick an uncontested dunk in spectacular fashion.

Yikes.

Following the Dallas Mavericks’ thrilling, last-second win in Double OT against the visiting Sacramento Kings, Dirk (who finished with 23 points) jokingly explained his lack of hops.