Don Nelson, former NBA coach and 5-time champion as a player, dies at 86
Summary
Don Nelson, a former NBA player and coach, died at age 86. He won five NBA championships as a player and became the NBA’s winningest coach, known for his innovative coaching style.Key Facts
- Don Nelson played 14 NBA seasons, mostly with the Boston Celtics, winning five championships.
- He coached in the NBA for 30 years with four teams: Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks, Dallas Mavericks, and Golden State Warriors.
- Nelson was named NBA Coach of the Year three times.
- He introduced new strategies like the "point forward" position and a fast-paced offense.
- Nelson coached Stephen Curry and helped build the Golden State Warriors into a strong team.
- He also served as general manager for three teams during his career.
- Nelson was known for his creativity and bold approach to basketball.
- He battled prostate cancer and was declared cancer-free after surgery.
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