Key Takeaways
- Ryan has a tremendous height of 7ft 2in and weighs 259 pounds.
- Currently, in his senior year at Georgetown, he has spent three seasons with the team.
In 2021, Ryan Mutombo committed to Georgetown University, following in his father’s footsteps to play for the Hoyas.
His father, Dikembe Mutombo, an NBA All-Star and eight-time defensive legend, earned the nickname “Mount Mutombo” for his towering presence and unmatched shot-blocking ability.
Tragically, the world lost Dikembe Mutombo this year. As the saying goes, “All good things must come to an end,” and with his passing, basketball has dimmed one of its brightest lights.
Ryan has faced this heartbreaking loss, but we believe it will fuel his strength and determination. As he continues his journey, there’s no doubt he’ll rise, more focused and resilient than ever.
Dikembe Mutombo's son, Ryan, shared a special message honoring his father ❤️
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) September 30, 2024
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Dikembe Mutombo, Ryan’s father, was 7ft 2 in (2.18m), 260 pounds (120kg), and also played as the center.
We know that the center position for basketball is given to the tallest player on the team, and Ryan Mutombo, also 7ft 2in, seems to be following in his father’s footsteps.
He was already taller than most of his peers, but now, he is towering over them!
Do you think his father’s genes have contributed to his height, or was it because he started basketball early on, or both?
Well…the answer seems to be BOTH!
Ryan has been diligent in his training. He has gained the muscle mass necessary for offense, rebounding, and the defense required to play the center.
He already had quite a good build even when he was a freshman in 2021, weighing 252 pounds.
Progressing to his sophomore year, he gained 13 pounds and weighed 265 pounds.
Now, in his junior year, he is 259 pounds, 1 pound away from his father’s recorded weight.
However, Ryan has already caught up with his father’s height, which has helped him stand tall like a mountain.
Ryan Mutombo is celebrated not only for his height and skills but also for his remarkable teamwork, which is often showcased in videos shared on Georgetown Hoops’ Instagram. The team even officially congratulated him on his birthday.
Although his exact birth year hasn’t been confirmed, various social media posts suggest he was born on June 28, 2003, making him 21 in 2024.
The No. 21 jersey holder has now turned 21!
Seeing his father play basketball from a young age seems to have gotten him a head start in his career.
Despite his young age, he has cultivated the discipline, dedication, and consistency necessary for a sportsman.
He wants to rely on his own skills to carve a name for himself rather than just being a son of Dikembe Mutombo.
Advancing into his senior year at Georgetown, he has spent three seasons with the team.
We can assume that this young man, in his early twenties, is up for any challenge, is willing to work for his passion, and will most definitely carry on his father’s Legacy.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Dikembe Mutombo died in Atlanta from brain cancer on September 30, 2024, at the age of 58.
- He is the youngest of three children born to Rose Mutombu and Dikembe Mutombu.
- His parents adopted four of his mother’s deceased brothers’ children.
