Darryl Dawkins dies: Former 76ers, Nets star nicknamed 'Chocolate Thunder' passes awayDarryl Dawkins, the NBA legend known as 'Chocolate Thunder,' is dead at age 58 according to multiple reports.SI Staff|Share on FacebookShare on XAdd us as a preferred sourceDarryl Dawkins, the NBA legend known as 'Chocolate Thunder,' is dead at age 58 according to multiple reports.Published Aug 27, 2015 | Modified Aug 27, 2015SI STAFFShare on FacebookShare on XHome/NBA