The Nuggets said Mutombo's "memory and impact will certainly never be forgotten" while Hawks principal owner Tony Ressler said: "With his jersey in the ...

Mutombo spent his retirement on humanitarian causes. He spoke nine languages and founded the Dikembe Mutombo Foundation, ...

NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo has d!ed from brain cancer at the age of 58 NBA legend Mutombo d!es from brain cancer. The ...

Dikembe Mutombo, a Basketball Hall of Famer who was one of the best defensive players in NBA history and a longtime global ambassador for the game, died Monday from brain cancer, the league announced.

Dikembe Mutombo, one of NBA's greatest defenders and a global ambassador, passed away at 58. Known for his legendary shot blocking and humanitarian work.