Dirk Nowitzki tore a tendon in his left index finger during Game 1 of the NBA Finals, and will wear a splint to protect it the rest of the series.

NBA Finals: Dirk Nowitzki not worried about torn tendon in finger. Published: Jun. 02, 2011, 1:23 a.m. By . ... There is concern regarding his injured finger, but he will still play.