Mitchell Robinson invites his grieving former coach to live with him

The story of Mitchell Robinson and his relationship with his high school basketball coach drew attention on Thursday after the coach was interviewed during the New York Knicks’ game against the Detroit Pistons.

Robinson, who is in his sixth season with the Knicks, has had Butch Stockton living with him the last few months.

Stockton, who coached Robinson at Chalmette High School in Louisiana, was interviewed on MSG’s telecast and explained how he became roommates with his former player.

“My wife passed away in September,” Stockton explained. “And Mitchell came each day to visit [my wife in the hospital] and became very close to myself and my wife. And after the funeral, Mitchell told everyone that he was going to bring me to New York with him. He said, ‘Coach, there’s no reason for you to stay down here in Louisiana anymore. You come to New York with me and enjoy yourself and get your mind back straight.'”

Stockton took Robinson up on the offer and has been living with the big man since September.

“It’s just been a great situation,” Stockton added.