58-year-old NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, known for his defensive skills, passed away after a battle with brain cancer.

NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, 58, passed away after a battle with brain cancer. Renowned for his defensive prowess, he enjoyed an 18-season career as an eight-time All-Star and four-time Defensive Player of the Year. Beyond basketball, he founded the Dikembe Mutombo Foundation to support health and education in the Democratic Republic of Congo. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver honored Mutombo for his contributions to the sport and his humanitarian efforts.

September 30, 2024
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