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ContagiousInspiration
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 Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 7:54 am Post subject: NBA Global Ambassador and Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo passes away at 58 |
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I know it is the main forum but it will be moved soon to general nba.
Kind of hurts to see a man with this much love for humanity have to leave like this.
Thank you for being a role model NBA Star with more character than you could contain 
NEW YORK – NBA Global Ambassador and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo passed away today at the age of 58 from brain cancer. He was surrounded by his family.
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“Dikembe Mutombo was simply larger than life. 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.
“There was nobody more qualified than Dikembe to serve as the NBA’s first Global Ambassador. He was a humanitarian at his core. He loved what the game of basketball could do to make a positive impact on communities, especially in his native Democratic Republic of the Congo and across the continent of Africa. I had the privilege of traveling the world with Dikembe and seeing first-hand how his generosity and compassion uplifted people. He was always accessible at NBA events over the years – with his infectious smile, deep booming voice and signature finger wag that endeared him to basketball fans of every generation.
“Dikembe’s indomitable spirit continues on in those who he helped and inspired throughout his extraordinary life. I am one of the many people whose lives were touched by Dikembe’s big heart and I will miss him dearly. On behalf of the entire NBA family, I send my deepest condolences to Dikembe’s wife, Rose, and their children; his many friends; and the global basketball community which he truly loved and which loved him back.” |
https://www.nba.com/news/dikembe-mutombo-passes-away |
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Denny_Russo
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Wow that came out of nowhere. 4x DPOY, 2nd in blocks and played until 42. Had a heck of a career and provided us with so many memories, including the cookie monster voice.
Kobe, West, Mutombo... these players were worldwide icons. We'll never see anything like them again.
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anth2000
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 8:58 am Post subject: |
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I have read a lot about Mutombo.
Could be one of the best human beings ever.
Did so much for his country and for people all over the world.
He had a greater calling in life.
Sad to hear about his passing but note that his impact on the world will keep his legend alive for hundreds of years.
RIP |
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Dr. Laker
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 8:59 am Post subject: |
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RIP
58? Sure . . .
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 9:00 am Post subject: |
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| Dr. Laker wrote: | RIP
58? Sure . . . |
Are you suggesting he’s older then 58? |
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LakersRGolden
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 9:32 am Post subject: |
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| Inspector Gadget wrote: | | Dr. Laker wrote: | RIP
58? Sure . . . |
Are you suggesting he’s older then 58? |
Old Joke from when he was a 25-year-old rookie but seemed even more mature. |
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 10:22 am Post subject: |
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Loved watching him play. RIP big man!
Seems like a good human being too. |
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lakersfever714
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 10:42 am Post subject: |
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RIP finger wagger! nice guy. 
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 11:18 am Post subject: |
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Well this is bunk. I didn't realize he had brain cancer.
RIP Mt Mutumbo |
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LakersRGolden
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 11:36 am Post subject: |
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| We need a finger wag emoticon. |
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 11:54 am Post subject: |
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| RIP DM, Legend! |
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lakeshowtacular
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 12:41 pm Post subject: |
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One of my favorites to watch!! Class act, RIP DM
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 4:55 pm Post subject: |
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| (bleep) cancer. RIP Dikembe |
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lakez34
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 7:11 pm Post subject: |
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| One of the best, with a great personality. Sad to see but hopefully his legacy survived through future NBA generations. |
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J.C. Smith
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 7:55 pm Post subject: |
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| Rest in Peace Dikembe Mutombo Mpolondo Mukamba Jean-Jacques Wamutombo. The image of him grasping the basketball after they beat the Sonics was iconic. |
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| Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2024 8:34 pm Post subject: |
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Mutombo was fun to watch for sure. May he now rest in peace.
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