DETROIT – Former Portland Trail Blazers star Cliff Robinson has died. He was 53.
Robinson’s death was confirmed by the UConn Huskies on Saturday. No cause of death was given. However, former Huskies coach Jim Calhoun noted Robinson suffered a stroke more than two years ago.
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He played for the Detroit Pistons from 2001 to 2003. Robinson spent 19 seasons in the NBA.
In addition to playing for the Detroit Pistons and Portland Trail Blazers, he was also with the Phoenix Suns, Golden State Warriors and New Jersey Nets during that period.
DETAILS: Ex-UConn star, top NBA sixth man Cliff Robinson dies at 53
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The basketball community has lost a Legend. Our hearts are with the family, friends and fans of Clifford Robinson.#LegendsForever pic.twitter.com/fxOqlfLXIA
— NBA Alumni 🏀 (@NBAalumni) August 29, 2020
Longtime NBA player and UConn star Clifford Robinson has died at age 53 https://t.co/HLDNOuT79s
— Sports Illustrated (@SInow) August 29, 2020
The UConn Basketball family mourns the loss of a legendary player and person, Clifford Robinson. Our thoughts and prayers are with Cliff’s family at this difficult time 🙏
— UConn Men's Basketball (@UConnMBB) August 29, 2020
Rest In Peace, Cliff. pic.twitter.com/Bp6Z5hbVUb