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May 5, 2003 · The story of how "Hook" wound up incarcerated is told in this poignant tale of a life gone wrong by his NBA friends, his family and Hook himself. "Hook" Mitchell is considered one of the greatest basketball player to never make it to the NBA
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- William O'Neill, Michael Skolnik
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Mar 6, 2021 · The news shocked him: Demetrius “Hook” Mitchell, the texts said, was dead. The story spread swiftly on social media, with fervor befitting a longtime playground legend. One tweet called Mitchell the “Superman of Street Hoops” and “Blacktop God.”
Mitchell was released from prison on April 4, 2004. He had served 51 months in prison after being charged with an armed robbery at a Blockbuster store. Mitchell went to training camp with the Golden State Warriors but was cut. Most notably, he did a photo shoot for Dime Magazine.
Hooked: The Legend of Demetrius Hook Mitchell – Documentary. The Legend of Demetrius “Hook” Mitchell traces the life of Demetrius Mitchell, who, at 5-feet-10, built his legendary playground status in Oakland but fell victim to the streets and drugs.
The story of how "Hook" wound up incarcerated is told in this poignant tale of a life gone wrong by his NBA friends, his family and Hook himself. "Hook" Mitchell is considered one of the greatest basketball player to never make it to the NBA.
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Rumors of Oakland basketball legend Demetrius “Hook” Mitchell’s death spread swiftly on social media, but they weren’t true — Mitchell, 52, was alive but in trouble.
