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Dikembe Mutombo, Houston Rockets and NBA

Houston Chronicle on MSN · 2h

‘A true legend’: Dikembe Mutombo, dead at 58, honored by Houston Rockets and former teammates

Houstonians and sports fans around the world are mourning the loss of Dikembe Mutombo, the professional Basketball Hall of Famer who played five seasons with the Houston Rockets. Mutombo died Monday at the age of 58.

rocketswire.usatoday · 3h

Rockets, Tilman Fertitta issue statements on death of NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo

Today we mourn the loss of a true ambassador of our game, Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo,” the Rockets said in a statement.

Austin American-Statesman on M… · 3h

NBA Hall of Famer and former Houston Rockets star Dikembe Mutombo dies from brain cancer

Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo died Monday from brain cancer. The Congolese American earned eight-time All-Star selections and was named the NBA's defensive player of the year four times during his pro career.

NBA player AJ Griffin explains why he abruptly retired at 21

Basketball Insiders · 5h

Ex-Rockets AJ Griffin reveals he retired young from NBA ‘to follow Jesus’

Griffin had appeared in five games for the Houston club during Summer League this year and also participated in voluntary workouts.

rocketswire.usatoday · 21h

AJ Griffin formally retires from Rockets, NBA to pursue career in ministry

I gave up basketball to follow Jesus,” AJ Griffin said in announcing his retirement from the Rockets and the NBA.

FOX News on MSN · 7h

NBA player AJ Griffin explains why he abruptly retired at 21: 'I gave up basketball to follow Jesus'

AJ Griffin explained the decision to abruptly retire from the NBA after only two seasons in the league. He said he was going to dedicate his life to Jesus.

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Dikembe Mutombo, Basketball Hall of Famer and former Rockets center, dies at 58 from brain cancer

“Dikembe Mutombo was simply larger than life,” NBA commissioner Adam Silver said. “On the court, he was one of the greatest ...

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A.J. Griffin reveals reason for shock NBA retirement at 21 years old: ‘Truly serving the Lord’

I gave up basketball to follow Jesus,” Griffin said in a video posted to his YouTube channel on Sunday. “I know that, in a ...

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Houston Rockets 2024-25 Season Preview: Alperen Şengün, Jalen Green Look to Take Next Step

The Rockets bring back their starting backcourt of VanVleet and Jalen Green, along with their outstanding first-round pick ...

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Dikembe Mutombo: From finger wag to Geico ad. Moments we'll remember from former Rockets, NBA star

In a blowout of the Lakers in 2007, Mutombo blocked five shots, moving past Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become ...

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Rockets announce training camp roster for 2024-25 NBA season

On Saturday, the Rockets announced their training camp roster for the upcoming 2024-25 season. Camp will take place at ...

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30 Teams in 30 Days: Young Rockets look to take next step

Having improved from 17 to 41 wins over the past 4 seasons, Houston could finally learn what it has with its young core.

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How to measure Houston Rockets' success? Tilman Fertitta 'has high expectations' but aware of challenges

Houston climbed back to 41-41 last season and owner Tilman Fertitta has 'high expectations' but next step to playoffs is ...

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