We haven’t even had a day to recover from the death of Chadwick Boseman and are sadly reporting NBA player Cliff Robinson has passed.
Unfortunately no cause of death has been disclosed. However, Cliff Robinson had suffered from a stroke 2 1/2 years ago according to reports.
“The Trail Blazers organization is deeply saddened by the passing of Trail Blazers great Cliff Robinson,” the team said in a statement. “… His personality and energy were unmatched, and his contributions on the court were unmistakable, helping the Trail Blazers into the playoffs each of his eight seasons with the team. … We extend our heartfelt condolences to Cliff’s family and loved ones. Uncle Cliffy will be greatly missed by the Trail Blazers and all of Rip City.”
ESPN reported the story.
Robinson, a native of Buffalo, New York, was the centerpiece of Calhoun’s early teams at UConn from 1985-89, helping guide the Huskies from the bottom of the Big East to the 1988 NIT championship.
“It’s really sad to hear of this, because he was one of my kids, my players, a guy I watched grow into a man,” Calhoun told The Associated Press. “It’s not an easy thing.”
UConn retired Robinson’s No. 00 in 2007.
“He was our first great player,” Calhoun said. “He gave legitimacy to the program. As a player coming in, here’s this guy playing on TV for the Trail Blazers, watching him play, watching UConn being mentioned. You could not pay for the exposure that he gave us.”
Cliff Robinson was nicknamed “Uncle Cliffy” and known for his trademark headband, Robinson spent 18 seasons in the NBA, winning the 1993 Sixth Man of the Year award and earning an All-Star nod.
Clifford is survived by his wife, Heather Lufkins, and son, Isaiah Robinson.
“The UConn Basketball family mourns the loss of a legendary player and person, Clifford Robinson,” UConn Men’s Basketball tweeted Saturday. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Cliff’s family at this difficult time. Rest In Peace, Cliff.”
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