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Mutombo finger wag born from a desire for respect

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. —

The finger wag is back.

It never really left but it’s been on full display this week during the lead up of Dikembe Mutombo’s enshrinement into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The signature move, done to accentuate a blocked shot during an 18-year NBA career, will likely be seen several more times Friday night during the induction ceremony.

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Former NBA basketball player Dikembe Mutombo, right, hugs former player Spencer Haywood after they were announced as part of the 12 ... read more

Mutombo has obliged the many who have asked for one more statement of rejection - including during the ceremony Thursday to receive his Hall of Fame jacket.