Clifford Robinson

Basketball player, NBA All-Star

Clifford Robinson - Basketball player, NBA All-Star
Born

December 16th, 1966
58 years ago

Died

2020
5 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

Links & References

Played professional basketball in the NBA from 1989 to 2007. Primarily known for tenure with the Portland Trail Blazers and contributions to the team's success during the 1990s. Also played for teams including the Phoenix Suns, Detroit Pistons, and New Jersey Nets. Gained recognition for versatility as a forward and for skills in both scoring and defense. Achieved All-Star status in 1994 and was part of an NBA Finals team in 1990.

Selected as NBA All-Star in 1994

Played in the 1990 NBA Finals with Portland Trail Blazers

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