The Congolese who rose to fame for nearly two decades in the world’s most competitive league is undergoing treatment for the disease, according to a text released on behalf of the former athlete and his family that has sparked thousands of reactions.
Bad news envelops the world of NBA. Your former hero Dikembe Mutombowho had an unforgettable career between the 90s and 2000s and is now 56 years old, is diagnosed with a brain tumor, where he is receiving treatment in Atlanta. This was reported by the League itself in a text it issued on behalf of Mutombo and his family.
There, the NBA features nationalized Congolese Americans as one of the “best defensive players in history” and said that he focused on his treatment, in good spirits, and in the hands of “an integrated team of specialists” what they have to offer “the best possible care”.
“Dikembe and his family are asking for privacy at this time so they can focus on caring for him. Thank you for your prayers and well wishes.“, The information ended, causing a reaction from thousands of fans around the world who were concerned about the situation and sent forces to the former basketball player. Colleagues like it Patrick Ewing and Paul Gasolwho said they are praying for his recovery.
Dikembe Mutombo’s successful NBA career
Expivot of 2.18 meters, remained in the highest competition for 18 years, from 1991 to 2009, and defended the jackets of Denver Nuggets, Atlanta Hawks, Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Nets, New York Knicks and Houston Rockets. His five seasons in Atlanta are best remembered. Eight times he was an All-Star, four times he was chosen defensive player of the year, together tapas -and his ‘no’ gesture after doing them- as his distinguishing markranking first among them in 1994, 95 and 96. In 2015 he entered the Hall of Fame.
Source: Tycsports
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