Basketball Hall of Fame Dikembe Mutombo has passed away at the age of 58 after battling brain cancer. Known for his legendary shot-blocking skills and iconic finger-wag, Mutombo played 18 seasons in the NBA and was an eight-time All-Star.
Off the court, he was deeply involved in humanitarian efforts, particularly in his native Democratic Republic of the Congo, where he built hospitals and schools. Mutombo’s contributions to the game and his charitable work left a lasting impact on basketball and global communities.
