Cliff Robinson played in the NBA for 18 seasons, won the 6th man of the year in 1993, and helped Portland arrive at two NBA finals.
Precipice Robinson, an early start in UConn’s ascent to control and long-term top 6th man in the NBA. Passed on Saturday. He was 53. Robinson’s passing was affirmed by UConn and Portland Trail Blazers. No reason for death was given, however previous Huskies mentor Jim Calhoun said Robinson had a stroke 2 1/2 years prior.
Cliff Robinson was the NBA’s, Sixth Man
Robinson was the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year in 1993 and showed up the next year. At 6-foot-11, he had the size of a middle however was a gifted external shooter, a forerunner of the advanced NBA large man.
“The Trail Blazers association is profoundly disheartened by the death of Trail Blazers incredible Cliff Robinson,” the group said in an announcement.
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His character and vitality were unrivaled, and his commitments on the court were unquestionable. Helping the Trail Blazers into the end of the season games every one of his eight seasons with the group. His dash of 461 back to back games played with the Trail Blazers despite everything remains as an established record. Which is a demonstration of his difficult work and devotion to the group. We stretch out our sincere sympathies to Cliff’s family and friends and family. Uncle Cliffy will be significantly missed by the Trail Blazers and all of Rip City.”
He played 1,380 games in the alliance, positioning in the best 15 unsurpassed. Other than the Blazers, Robinson likewise played for Phoenix, Detroit, Golden State and the Nets.
The Golden State Warriors delivered an announcement, saying. “We’re stunned and disheartened with the demise of Clifford Robinson at the excessively youthful age of 53. Clifford was the quintessential expert who adored the game and played with an inconceivable feeling of both satisfaction and force. During his extraordinary 18-year profession, incorporating two seasons with the Warriors. We stretch out our contemplations and petitions to the loved ones of “Uncle Cliffy” during this troublesome time.”
Calhoun said.
“He was our first incredible player,” Calhoun said. “He offered authenticity to the program”.
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