Former NBA star Nate Robinson battling kidney failure / News - Basketnews.com

Nate Robinson he's been dealing with Kidney Disease privately for the last four years.

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11-year NBA veteran Nate Robinson announces he is battling renal kidney failure and is undergoing treatment.

Nate Robinson

Position:PGAge:38Height:175 cmWeight:82 kgBirth place:Seattle, United States of AmericaProfileNewsStatistics

In a statement tweeted by The Athletic's Shams Charania, Robinson said he's been dealing with this privately for the last four years.

"I'm sharing this now because I want to be the voice for all those who are having trouble speaking about this illness, and come together for a greater cause — our health," Robinson said.

"I was never a local leader on the court, I preferred to lead by example, but now it's time for me to speak up and help all those affected by or dealing with Kidney Disease.

"I am grateful for the care and support I've received and continue to receive during this process and hope through this announcement that I can help others like me."

Robinson, 38, went No. 21 in the 2005 NBA Draft.

He began his career with the New York Knicks (2005-10) before playing for the Boston Celtics (2010-11), Oklahoma City Thunder (2011), Golden State Warriors (2012), Chicago Bulls (2012-13), Denver Nuggets (2013-15), Los Angeles Clippers (2015), and New Orleans Pelicans (2015).

Robinson is a three-time Slam Dunk Contest winner.

He appeared in 618 NBA career games and averaged 11.0 points, 3.0 assists, and 2.3 rebounds per match.

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