The city of Atlanta is grieving the loss of former Atlanta Hawks star and humanitarian Dikembe Mutombo, who passed away at 58 following a battle with brain cancer, the NBA announced. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver honored Mutombo's legacy in a statement, saying, "Dikembe Mutombo was simply larger than life. Mutombo, known for his signature finger wag after blocking shots, spent 18 seasons in the NBA, including notable years with the Atlanta Hawks. "We are saddened to learn of the passing of Naismith Hall of Famer and Atlanta Hawks legend Dikembe Mutombo. SEE ALSO: NBA legend and global ambassador Dikembe Mutombo dies at 58Georgia’s Own Credit Union honors Dikembe Mutombo after his death on Sept. 30, 2024.