Dikembe Mutombo remembered by former Nuggets coach Dan Issel

Mutombo's coach, Dan Issel, who worked with him in the early 90s, remembered the Hall of Famer as a large personality on the winning team.

[@FrankM-u1w]

That smile was contagious.😁 RIP Mutombo and thanks for all the great memories.

[@spencerkasauka]

Dikembe was an exceptional leader. He made shot blocking appear effortless. The wagging of the finger is a signature we have fond memories of, and definitely miss!! Mutombo made someone like I realise that a good defence makes a great offense! Rest in power, Dikembe!!!!

[@robc9108]

Denver lost their Lion King. Rip

[@Blacklist324]

Nice to see Dan Issel looking well. 🙏

[@SallyBalandran]

RIP. ❤😢

[@johnbrown9253]

One of the few basket ball players who was selfless on and off the court. A man with honesty and integrity. He built a hospital in his home town.

[@waynemurphy2825]

It’s iconic that moment he embraced the ball, he devastated my sonics

[@ejnewsupdates466]

😭😭😭 rip we will miss you

[@mrandquist2653]

That 1994 Nuggets team was a great team. I felt that their core was a few years away from being a contender. What a shame it wasn't kept intact.

[@Endeleas]

An absolute legend. His legacy is immortal.

[@bspoon5041]

So many great players Mutombo and Chris Dolman both passed from brain cancer. Both were such giving souls.

[@18karibu]

RiP my Giant Job well done

[@Eric-qv2rz]

Coach Issel? He was great player

[@master-kq3nw]

We never forget dikembe rest in peace

[@DungarooTV]

Man, he died so young - he's not even consideed "old" yet!

[@samolopo4597]

❤❤❤❤

[@anniehills3580]

Oh nooo😢will remember him well❤R I P❤

[@andynguyen2862]

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