The NBA says Dikembe Mutombo, who was inducted to the Hall of Fame in 2015 after a stellar 18-year career, is 'receiving the best care possible.' NBA
Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo is being treated for a brain tumor, the NBA confirmed Saturday, October 15.
“Dikembe and his family ask for privacy during this time so they can focus on his care. They are grateful for your prayers and good wishes.” The eight-time All-Star and four-time Defensive Player of the Year led the league in blocked shots per game three times in his first five seasons and in rebounds per game twice.
Drafted No. 4 overall out of Georgetown by Denver in 1991, Mutombo averaged 9.8 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 2.8 blocks in 1,196 games for the Nuggets , Atlanta Hawks , Philadelphia 76ers , New Jersey Nets , New York Knicks , and Houston Rockets .“The Atlanta Hawks organization extends best wishes to Dikembe Mutombo for a full recovery as he begins treatment for a brain tumor,” Hawks owner Tony Ressler said.
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