Flynn Robinson
American Basketball Player, NBA Champion
Born
1941
84 years ago
Died
May 23rd, 2013
11 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American basketball player played as a guard in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He had a successful collegiate career at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) before being drafted in the 1965 NBA Draft. Robinson played for several teams, including the Los Angeles Lakers and the Cincinnati Royals. Significant contributions included winning an NBA championship with the Lakers in 1972. After retiring from professional basketball, he transitioned to coaching and worked in various basketball-related positions.
Won an NBA Championship with the Los Angeles Lakers in 1972
Played for the Cincinnati Royals
Developed a successful career in coaching post-retirement
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