<p>Former<a href="https://dev.theshaderoom.com/?s=nba&;post_type=post"> NBA</a> All-Star Cliff Robinson has passed away at the age of 53, according to <a href="http://www.espn.com">ESPN</a>. At the moment, the cause of death has yet to be announced for the UConn basketball standout.</p>
<p>Known for his trademark headband, Robinson spent 18 seasons in the NBA. He won the 1993 Sixth Man of The Year award and earned an All-Star nod, ESPN reports.</p>
<p>&#8220;It&#8217;s really sad to hear of this, because he was one of my kids, my players, a guy I watched grow into a man,&#8221; Calhoun told The Associated Press. &#8220;It&#8217;s not an easy thing.&#8221;</p>
<p>Robinson stood 6&#8217;11 and was the size of a center, but had the skill of an outside shooter, according to ESPN.</p>
<p>&#8220;The Trail Blazers organization is deeply saddened by the passing of Trail Blazers great Cliff Robinson,&#8221; the team said in a statement. &#8220;&#8230; 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. &#8230; We extend our heartfelt condolences to Cliff&#8217;s family and loved ones. Uncle Cliffy will be greatly missed by the Trail Blazers and all of Rip City.&#8221;</p>
<p>The 1994 All-Star baller also played for the <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/team/_/name/phx/phoenix-suns">Phoenix Suns</a>, <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/team/_/name/det/detroit-pistons">Detroit Pistons</a>, <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/team/_/name/gs/golden-state-warriors">Golden State Warriors</a> and New Jersey <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/team/_/name/bkn/brooklyn-nets">Nets</a>. He was named to two NBA All-Defensive second teams while averaging 14.6 points and 4.6 rebounds in 1,380 career games &#8212; the 13th-most in NBA history.</p>
<p>&#8220;Clifford was the consummate professional who loved the game and played with an incredible sense of both joy and intensity during his outstanding 18-year career,&#8221; the Warriors said in a statement.</p>
<p>Please continue to keep his family in your prayers.</p>
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