Flynn-Robinson-Obituary

Flynn Robinson

Obituary

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Flynn Robinson, who was on the 1971-1972 Lakers team that won Los Angeles its first NBA title, has died at age 72.

The Los Angeles Times reports Robinson died Thursday at an LA hospital from cancer.

The reserve guard was dubbed "Mr. Instant Point" by Lakers announcer Chick Hearn. He averaged nearly 10 points in 16 minutes off the bench during the season.

Robinson averaged 14 points per game during his professional career. He was an All-Star with the Milwaukee Bucks during the 1969-1970 season and during his eight years in the NBA also played for the Cincinnati Royals, Chicago Bulls and Baltimore Bullets.

His final season was 1973-1974, playing for the San Diego Conquistadors of the defunct American Basketball Association.

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Information from: Los Angeles Times, http://www.latimes.com


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You were a great guy, great friend &great Basketball Player .And you taught me how to shoot the Fade away jump shot at the old YMCA next to the river in downtown Elgin Illinois.
One of Elgin High Schools greatest basketball players ever
.May you REST IN PEACE in Heaven with our old coach “Ches”
Thanks for what you taught me back in the day and the friendship we shared .
You were the best!
Sincerely,
Mike Peters
EHS class of 1963

Godspeed, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

It has been two-plus years since Flynn Robinson passed away. I think of Flynn often; always will. Flynn's U. Wyoming and NBA years are legendary. What may not be well known of this remarkably generous man is his devotion to mentoring others who loved the game of basketball. Throughout his 50s and 60s, playing in men's seniors tournaments all over the U.S., Flynn thrilled teammates and opponents with his dribbling, shooting, assists, and sportsmanship. Whenever Flynn put his arm around...

Although it was many years ago, I remember Flynn's playing days and being so quick and quick release. Was much fun to watch him and share the joy of his talents and leadership.

One of my favorite players from the early years of the Bulls. Great memories. Thank you, Flynn

Flynn got me my scholarship at Tennessee State University in Nashville. He was a good dude I learned a lot a great influence in my up bringing..............miss u man love Steven BigSturge Sturgeon

Flynn!!! We will surely MISS HIM! HE is FAMILY to us!!! The every day phone calls, seeing him when we drive up to L.A., coming over the house, just hearing his voice...everything!!!! It's still hard to believe you have moved on.....for us, there is an emptiness that can never ever be replaced but only comforted with all the great memories you have left us!!!! It's so hard for me to let go of someone who means SO MUCH TO MY FAMILY, being my husband's brother and friend and also being Uncle...

what a shock to hear of the passing of one of the early Los Angeles Laker championship teams. I can remember seeing Flynn play when he played for the University of Wyoming, and was an all-american. I could tell that he was going to be great in the NBA. The Lakers have had so many great players and am so glad that Flynn is in that category..May the Robinson family be blessed with the love of our savior during this sad time...R..I..P...Flynn