A short while ago, the NBA broke news that no one expected and especially no one ever wanted to receive. Dikembe Mutombo has been diagnosed with a brain tumor And began treatment.
Mutombo, 56, is one of the best defensive centers in NBA history. Hall of Famer, 4-time Defensive Player of the Year and NBA ambassador in recent years. The league wished Mutombo, who became iconic with his ”no ” made with his finger after each stoppage, well on his way to recovery.
The following was released by the NBA. pic.twitter.com/LdK0EuwK7o
– NBA Communications (@NBAPR) October 15, 2022