Former NBA player Nate Robinson is recovering after undergoing a kidney transplant, nearly two decades after being diagnosed with kidney disease. He shared the news of his surgery on February 7th via Instagram, expressing gratitude for the support and love from his family and fans. Robinson’s mother, Renee Busch, later updated the public, saying the surgery was successful and that Robinson was recovering in the hospital. Busch reflected on the emotional journey since Robinson’s diagnosis in 2006, noting how the family took things one day at a time.

The transplant marks a significant milestone in Robinson’s health journey. After his kidneys failed in 2018, he had been receiving dialysis, facing multiple health challenges, including a battle with COVID-19. Robinson previously opened up about his health struggles in a 2024 interview, revealing how close he came to needing dialysis full-time. He now expresses hope as he recovers from the transplant, with a positive outlook for the future.