What do Dirk Nowitzki and Michael Young have in common?

Sure, Dirk Nowitzki has about 11 inches on Michael Young, but the Dallas Mavericks star sees a bit of himself in his bat-wielding buddy.

Young was nearly traded before the season -- his 11th with Texas -- but now has a chance to bring a title to the town where he's played in his entire career. That's certainly something his pal Dirk can relate to.