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Don Nelson Legacy: Coach Who Changed Basketball | Jamaica News
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NBA legend Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in history and a five-time champion as a player, passed away at 86 surrounded by loved ones. A trailblazer who revolutionized basketball with his fast-paced “Nellie Ball” offense, he became one of only two coaches to win 250+ games with three franchises—Milwaukee, Dallas, and Golden State. Named Coach of the Year three times and leading 18 playoff runs, Nelson’s innovative “point forward” style reshaped the game, directly influenced by Red Auerbach. After 14 seasons playing, mostly with Boston, he transformed coaching with the Bucks and Warriors, famously guiding the “Run TMC” era. His legacy as both player and coach continues to define modern basketball.
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