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Dikembe Mutombo, NBA Legend With a Heart of Gold, Dies at 58 from Brain Cancer
Dikembe Mutombo/Shutterstock Former NBA legend and global humanitarian Dikembe Mutombo has reportedly died from brain cancer. He was 58 years old. The basketball sensation hails from Congo and is regarded as one of the best all-time defensive players and shot blockers in the NBA. The 7'2" guard reportedly died at home in Atlanta, surrounded by his family. "Dikembe Mutombo was simply larger than life," NBA commissioner Adam Silver said. He continued, "On the court, he was one

Volume 82 Magazine
Oct 1, 20242 min read
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