Hall of Fame coach Don Nelson dies at 86
Don Nelson, a Hall of Fame basketball coach who won multiple championships and was among the league's winningest coaches, has died. NBA players and teams have released statements honoring his legacy and impact on the sport.
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11 sourcesLong before he became a coaching great, Don Nelson was an indispensable part of five championship teams with the Celtics
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27 sourcesSteph Curry, Dirk Nowitzki, NBA community mourn Hall of Famer Don Nelson, dead at 82
Don Nelson, former Hawkeye, Hall of Fame coach and NBA champion, dies at 86
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12 sourcesSteph Curry, Dirk Nowitzki, NBA community mourn Hall of Famer Don Nelson, dead at 82
Don Nelson, 5-time NBA champion and pioneer of ‘Nellie Ball’ as coach, dies at 86…
Don Nelson, Hall of Fame coach and five-time NBA champion as a player, dies at 86
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