Posted on 08/27/2015 2:30:28 PM PDT by Raymann
“It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved husband and father, Darryl Dawkins, who succumbed today to a heart attack," his family said in a statement issued through the NBA.
"Darryl touched the hearts and spirits of so many with his big smile and personality, ferocious dunks, but more than anything, his huge, loving heart."
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Wow....no more Chocolate Thunder!
I have not watched basketball for a long time. The game is not the same as it used to be. However, the era of Darryl Dawkins was much different and better than today. Darryl was a particular joy to watch. Condolences to Darryl’s family.
Condolences to his family...
1980s NBA was fun until Rodman and the other thugs arrived and ruined it.
Chocolate Thunder. That takes me back. R.I.P.
Anyone remember “Dawkin’s Diamonds”?
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