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NBA Great Dikembe Mutombo Dead

rocketswire.usatoday · 4h

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.

Dikembe Mutombo, NBA shot blocker, dead at age 58 after cancer battle

Former NBA All-Star Dikembe Mutombo, best known for his ability to swat opponents' shots from reaching the basket, died at the age of 58, the league announced Monday. Mutombo died following a years-long battle with brain cancer, the league said.

New York Post · 2h

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 lot of people’s eyes, that seems like a loss … I’m

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.

The Christian Post · 16m

Former Atlanta Hawks forward AJ Griffin quits NBA to follow Jesus

After just two years as a player in the National Basketball Association, former Atlanta Hawks forward, Adrian Griffin Jr , who was traded to the Houston Rockets in June, is calling it quits to follow

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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 ...

SB Nation on MSN2h

Former Rockets center Dikembe Mutombo passes away at 58

Today the Houston Rockets joined the rest of the NBA family, and so many more in mourning the loss of Hall of Famer and NBA ...

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NBA legend, humanitarian Dikembe Mutombo dead at 58, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says

The Hall-of-Famer played 18 seasons in the NBA, including for the Houston Rockets, and won Defensive Player of the Year four ...

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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 ...

Houston Mourns Legendary Rocket Dikembe Mutombo: NBA Icon and Philanthropic Giant Passes Away at 58

Dikembe Mutombo, former NBA star and humanitarian, died at 58 from brain cancer. He was known for his defense and ...

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Sixers, NBA community, and beyond remember Dikembe Mutombo as an ‘amazing human being’ and ‘true humanitarian’

In addition to being a Hall of Fame player, Mutombo is being remembered as a Hall of Fame person, thanks in large part to the ...

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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 ...

Fadeaway World on MSN6h

2024-25 Houston Rockets Projected Starting Lineup

The Houston Rockets enter the 2024-25 season with high hopes, blending young talent and veteran leadership as they aim to ...

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