DIKEMBE
MUTOMBO
#55 -
C
Ht/Wt
7’2’’,
260 lbs
Experience
18
years
Debut
1991-92
Born
Jun 25, 1966
(57 yrs)
Kinshasa, Republic of the Congo
Drafted
Drafted by Denver in 1991 (1/4).
College
Georgetown
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2009-05-17 |
Missed 11 games (left knee surgery).
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| 2009-04-22 |
Left knee surgery, late April.
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| 2008-12-30 |
Re-signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Houston Rockets to a one-year contract.
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| 2007-10-01 |
Re-signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Houston Rockets to a one-year contract.
|
| 2007-03-28 |
Missed 2 games (sore left knee).
|
Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NBA | Defensive Player of the Year Defensive Player of the Year | 2000-01, 1997-98, 1996-97, 1994-95 |
| NBA | J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award Exemplary Community Service | 2008-09, 2000-01 |
| NBA | All-NBA Second Team All-NBA Second Team | 2000-01 |
| NBA | All-NBA Third Team All-NBA Third Team | 2001-02, 1997-98 |
| NBA | All-Rookie First Team All-Rookie First Team | 1991-92 |
| NBA | All-Defensive First Team All-Defensive First Team | 2000-01, 1997-98, 1996-97 |
| NBA | All-Defensive Second Team All-Defensive Second Team | 2001-02, 1998-99, 1994-95 |
| NBA | IBM Award IBM Award | 1998-99 |
| NBA | Played in the All-Star Game Played in the All-Star Game | 2001-02, 2000-01, 1999-00, 1997-98, 1996-97, 1995-96, 1994-95, 1991-92 |
| NCAA | The Sporting News All-America Third Team The Sporting News All-America Third Team | 1990-91 |
Scouting Report
Was able to carry his team with defense. One of the greatest shot blockers in NBA history, and one of the best rebounders too. Dominated the defensive paint like few ever did. Challenged scorers to drive on him, and usually won those battles. Could score passably when needed. Also a high-character individual and ambassador for the game. Wasn't much of a go-to offensive option in the paint. Foul-prone for stretches, because he was so physical and challenged so many shots. Was never much of a passer out of the paint.
Long Range Potential: Hall of Fame center.
