There is a special place in the hearts of Kansas basketball fans for Thomas Robinson. Of course his amazing play at the end of the overtime win against Missouri is among the greatest Jayhawk moments. You know that one and the photos of the play that continue in use as fan Facebook cover photos. I know a few fans who actually left that game early. However, that’s another story.
As a matter of fact, many of us think of the unexpected death of Robinson’s 37-year-old mother during the 2011 basketball season. T-Rob had a lot of unexpected responsibility thrust on him.