“Dear to My Heart”: Deion Sanders Discloses Intent Behind Meeting NBA Legend Nate Robinson’s Son

Deion Sanders can be very understanding and empathetic when he needs to, which is one of the reasons why his players love him. And the Buffs CB Nahmier Robinson’s situation calls for support from the 56-year-old head coach. Robinson is the son of former NBA player Nate Robinson, who revealed that he hasn’t had much time to live. 

When Nate Robinson was playing with the New York Knicks in 2006, he was diagnosed with high blood pressure. This led to the deterioration of his kidneys, and he was later diagnosed with renal kidney failure and didn’t have long to live if he didn’t get a kidney. In a video clip, Deion Sanders called Nahmier Robinson to the sidelines and asked about his well-being, saying, “How you doing? If you need us let me know. Alright? I’m proud of you boy. Keep balling man.” His one-on-one moment caught the attention of the press. 

Deion Sanders answers questions about his moment with Nahmier Robinson

In a presser released on April 18 on YouTube’s Thee Pregame Show, Coach Prime addressed the question regarding how he keeps a watch on the mental health of his players. This came after he was seen sharing a moment with Nahmier Robinson, whose father was in dire need of a kidney transplant. Deion Sanders told the press, “We have so many different departments and resources to assist these young men in any form or fashion and he’s a young man that’s dear to my heart.”

Deion Sanders revealed that he knows Nate Robinson personally and has raised his son to become a “good young man.” According to him, Nahmier Robinson has a lot of spirit and weight in him and is a tremendous hard worker. He added, “I just appreciate him and his focus through all the turmoil and the trials that he’s facing… He’s rocking steady man and I got a lot of respect for him.” Deion Sanders knows when and how to be there for his players in their most trying times and this is one reason that earns him the respect he deserves for the kindness he showers. 

More from the April 18 spring presser

Aside from addressing Nahmier Robinson’s situation, Deion Sanders also touched on his hiring of Warren Sapp and his take on 5-star CB Cormani McClain leaving for the transfer portal. Coach Prime doesn’t regret hiring Sapp because of his innate ability to connect with players. He said, “Coach Sapp is a phenomenal communicator… He knows this game and he’s able to communicate that in his passionate way… I’m just really glad and thankful that our young men are getting that communication on a daily basis.”

As for McClain’s departure from Colorado, Deion Sanders has nothing but best wishes for him despite the heat between them in their first season. He said, “I want the best for him. I really do. I want that kid to soar. I want him to man up. I want him to be the best possible athlete and human being he can be. I want him to fulfill all those dreams that his mother and he desire. I really, really do.” The way Coach Prime values another human being is commendable!