How Dikembe Mutombo helped Allen Iverson and Sixers climb the mountain in 2001
Added to capitalize on Iverson's prime years, Mutombo did just that as the Sixers reached the NBA Finals. We take a look back ...
A ‘heart of gold’ - Mutombo's humanitarian legacy
DR Congo-born Dikembe Mutombo has been hailed for his humanitarian work across Africa following his death aged 58 from brain ...
Dikembe Mutombo Believed in the American Idea
The humanitarian and NBA legend was grateful for the freedom he enjoyed, and understood the obligations that came with it.
Dikembe Mutombo’s lasting impression on NBA brethren: ‘We were all better in our existence’
Jeff Van Gundy, Bernie Bickerstaff and Mutombo's teammates on the legacy of the beloved player: "There was no way you could ...
Barack Obama pays tribute to late Dikembe Mutombo, 'inspired a generation'
Former American President Barack Obama led a chorus of tributes to the legendary Dikembe Mutombo following the news of his ...
Spurs Starter, Tuesday, October 1, 2024: Spurs Veteran Harrison Barnes Speaks On Dikembe Mutombo
Happy Tuesday, Por Vida fans, and happy October! Welcome to your morning Spurs Starter. The San Antonio Spurs held Media Day ...
Appreciation: Dikembe Mutombo, a Basketball Hall of Fame player, had impact far beyond the game
The finger wag. The enormous smile. The unmistakable voice. Dikembe Mutombo played defense at a level and with a flair that ...
Why Dikembe Mutombo was larger than life. Plus, biggest NBA media day takeaways
Dikembe Mutombo was truly larger than life. So many of us woke up yesterday to the excitement of media days going on around ...
Rob Schneider slammed for suggesting Dikembe Mutombo died from COVID vaccine: 'You're vile, he had cancer'
Controversial actor Rob Schneider slammed for promoting 'propaganda' after suggesting Dikembe Mutombo died from the COVID vaccine: 'You're vile, he had cancer.' ...
Dikembe Mutombo, a Hall of Fame player and tireless advocate, dies at 58 from brain cancer
Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, one of the best defensive players in NBA history and a longtime global ambassador ...
Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns Mourn Death of Dikembe Mutombo
Mutombo, who passed away at 58 after a bout with brain cancer, played one year with the Knicks and averaged 6.7 rebounds with 1.9 blocks in 65 appearances during the 2003-04 season. New York was the ...
Jared Goff’s perfect game, plus remembering Pete Rose and Dikembe Mutombo
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