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Former NBA star Nate Robinson meets 'guardian angel' that saved his life

Robinson recently reunited with the man that helped give the former NBA guard a kidney transplant.

By Matt Reed

Jul 31, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Tri State guard Nate Robinson (2) dances during music artist NLE Choppa performance during week four of the Big3 3-on-3 basketball league at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Aric Becker-Imagn Images
Jul 31, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Tri State guard Nate Robinson (2) dances during music artist NLE Choppa performance during week four of the Big3 3-on-3 basketball league at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Aric Becker-Imagn Images / Aric Becker-Imagn Images
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Nate Robinson accomplished many great things in the NBA during his 13-year playing career, but more recently the former basketball star has overcome some tremendous off-court battles that have provided a bigger perspective on life.

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Back in April 2024, Robinson was suffering from renal failure, which meant that without a new kidney he likely wouldn't live much longer. However, this February he was granted that vital kidney transplant and has since become extremely close with the man that helped save his life.

Robinson shared his story recently on social media after reconnecting with his "guardian angel" and hopes to inspire others to donate organs for those in need.

“Some people don’t get to meet their guardian angels," Robinson said emotionally in the video. "I got a brother in mine.”

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