Arrr! Ye olde Knicks star Mitchell Robinson be takin' up residence with his former high school basketball coach after his lady's untimely demise.
2023-12-01
Arr, the sixth-year matey, Mitchell Robinson of the New York Knick crew, did send word to his former basketball skipper, extendin' a most generous offer to lend a hand in his time of sorrow. A true heart o' gold be found in this scallywag!
New York Knicks center, Mitchell Robinson, struggled during his early high school basketball career until he transferred to Chalmette High School in Louisiana. His coach at Chalmette, Butch Stockton, played a significant role in his development and the two have remained friends over the years. Recently, Robinson learned about Stockton's wife, Dawn, passing away after 31 years of marriage. In a heartwarming gesture, Robinson invited his former coach to live with him in New York so that Stockton wouldn't have to face this difficult time alone.Stockton recalled the moment when Robinson made the offer, telling him to leave Louisiana and come to New York to enjoy himself and find solace. Robinson and Stockton now spend time together watching movies and Robinson even entrusts Stockton with taking care of his dogs when he's away. Robinson expressed deep gratitude for Stockton's guidance during his high school years and felt that helping his old coach in this time of need was the least he could do.
Stockton, a renowned coach with a career spanning over four decades and a member of the St. Bernard Sports Hall of Fame, greatly influenced Robinson's success. Robinson, currently leading the league in offensive rebounds and averaging 11.1 rebounds per game, has gotten off to a strong start this season. The Knicks missed the playoffs last season but qualified the year before, making it to the conference semifinals before being eliminated by the Miami Heat.
The Knicks' current record is 12-7 through the first 19 games of the season. Despite his success on the court, Robinson prioritizes supporting his former coach and friend during his time of grief, paying forward the assistance Stockton provided him throughout his high school career. The bond they share is heartwarming and demonstrates the lasting impact a coach can have on a player's life.