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Serpentorslair Staff · October 1, 2024

Remembering the Great Dikembe Mutombo!

October 1, 2024October 1, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffbasketball Hall of Fame, Denver Nuggets, Denver vs Seattle playoff upset, Dikembe Mutombo, Dikembe Mutombo finger wag, Dikembe Mutombo obituary, Dikembe Mutombo passing, Georgetown Hoyas, Mount Mutombo, Mutombo brain cancer, Mutombo humanitarian work, Mutombo legacy, Mutombo memorable moments, Mutombo NBA career, Mutombo number 55, NBA 8th seed vs 1st seed upset, NBA greats, NBA legend, NBA playoffs 93-94, NBA shot blocker records, Not in My House, Republic of the Congo basketball player, RIP Dikembe Mutombo0 comment

Story By Mitchell Smith Hello everybody today we look back at another great sports figure lost on September 30, 2024. Dikembe Mutombo was born in 1966 in the Republic of the Congo. Mutombo moved to the US at age 21 and enrolled at Georgetown University to become a doctor. It wasn’t long after that the basketball coaches took note of the 7’2” frame. He ended up playing 4 years for the Hoyas and was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 1991. He would play in the NBA till 2009. Mutombo…

Remembering Jerry West: A Legend of Basketball Who Defined multiple Eras

June 13, 2024June 13, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffbasketball excellence, basketball history, basketball icon, basketball legend, basketball records, Jerry West, Jerry West legacy, Jerry West passing, Jerry West tribute, Lakers history, Los Angeles Lakers, Mr. Clutch, NBA draft pick, NBA greats, NBA history, NBA stars, sports legends, state championships, West Virginia basketball0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Hello everybody on June 12th 2024 basketball fans around the world mourned as news spread of Jerry West’s passing. Born in 1938 in West Virginia where he honed his craft on dirt courts and wooden backboards. From the moment he picked up a basketball, it was clear that he was destined for greatness. In high school, he shattered records and led his team to state championships, earning the nickname “Mr. Clutch” for his ability to deliver in the most critical moments. For those who truly understood…