R.I.P Darryl 'Chocolate Thunder' Dawkins

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It was a heart attack brehs :to:

Darryl Dawkins, known for his thunderous dunks and flamboyant nickname, has died. The Lehigh County Coroner's Office confirmed that Dawkins died today. Following his professional playing career, Dawkins made his home in the Lehigh Valley. His family released a statement Thursday afternoon, indicating the former NBA great died of a heart attack.

"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. 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," the statement said.

The 58-year-old made history in 1975, when he became the first player ever drafted directly from high school to the NBA. The Orlando native played 15 seasons in the NBA, spending the majority of his career with the Philadelphia 76ers and the New Jersey Nets. Dawkins was known as much for his dunks as his playing career. In 1979, Dawkins shattered two backboards in separate games. Dawkins leaves behind wife Janice, and four children. The family has asked for privacy as they grieve his loss.
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Former NBA star Darryl Dawkins' family says he died of heart attack
 
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