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. He was 58. His family revealed two years ago that he was undergoing treatment in Atlanta…

Congolese-American basketball great Dikembe Mutombo, renowned as one of the best defensive players in NBA history, has died aged 58, the league announced on Monday (Sep 30). Mutombo, an eight-time NBA all-star, passed away surrounded by his family after a battle with brain cancer, the league added.

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. He was 58.His family revealed two years ago that he was undergoing treatment in Atlanta for a brain tumor. The NBA said he died surrounded by his family.“Dikembe Mutombo was simply larger than life,” NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said. “On the court, he was one of the greatest shot blockers and defensive players in the history of the NBA. Off the floor, he poured his heart and soul into helping others.”Mutombo was distinctive in so many ways — the playful finger wag at opponents after blocking their shots, his height, his deep and gravelly voice, his massive smile. Players of this generation were always drawn to him and Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid, who was born in Cameroon, looked to Mutombo as an inspiration.“It’s a sad day, especially for us Africans, and really the whole world,” Embiid said Monday. “Other…

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. He was 58.

Mutombo spent 18 seasons in NBA, playing for Denver, Atlanta, Houston, Philadelphia, New York and then-New Jersey Nets

Dikembe Mutombo, the Hall of Fame NBA center renowned for his defense and finger-wag, has died at the age of 58 after a battle with brain cancer.

The 7-foot-2 center out of Georgetown was an eight-time All-Star, four-time defensive player of the year, three-time All-NBA selection and went into the Hall of Fame in 2015.

Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo has died of brain cancer, the NBA has confirmed. He was 58.  Beloved by fans, the Congolese centre was...

The towering center, known for his stoic defense, warm personality and extensive charity work, lost his battle with brain cancer.

Eight-time NBA all-star passed away surrounded family after a battle with brain cancer

Mutombo was selected as an NBA All-Star eight times, using his tremendous 2.1m frame to become one of the league's most fearsome shot-blockers.

Defensive player Dikembe Mutombo was an eight-time NBA All-Star who won accolades for his exceptional shot-blocking. He also was also known for his humanitarian work in Central Africa, especially in…

The basketball legend earned recognition as one of the best defenders ever. One of the NBA's first African stars, he devoted much time and money to his native Democratic Republic of Congo after retirement.

Legendary NBA player, Hall of Famer and Global Ambassador Dikembe Mutombo has died at the age of 58 after a battle with brain cancer, NBA commissioner Adam Silver announced on Monday.

Legendary NBA shot blocker Dikembe Mutombo died at the age of 58 brain cancer, the NBA announced on Monday.

A beloved figure with a great NBA lore has passed away

Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo has died at 58 years old after a battle with brain cancer.

A native of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, the 7-foot-2 Dikembe Mutombo played 18 seasons in the NBA.

Legendary NBA shot blocker Dikembe Mutombo died at the age of 58 brain cancer, the NBA announced on Monday.

Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo died on Monday at age 58 after a battle with brain cancer, the NBA announced.

NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo dies from brain cancer at the age of 58.

The NBA community is mourning the death of Dikembe Mutombo, who died Monday due to brain cancer at 58 years old.

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. He was 58.

Dikembe Mutombo, one of the best defensive players in NBA history and a global ambassador for the game, died after a battle with brain cancer, the league announced.

Dikembo Mutombo, one of the greatest shot-blockers in NBA history and a Hall of Famer, died Monday d...