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Don Nelson: Coach Who Changed the Game | Providence News
NBA legend Don Nelson, who died at 86, was a championship-winning player and revolutionary coach whose fast-paced, point-forward style reshaped the game. A Celtics sixth man with five titles, he later coached three franchises to 250+ wins each, earned three Coach of the Year honors, and mentored future MVPs like Dirk Nowitzki and Steve Nash. His legacy lives on in modern NBA tactics, and he’ll be remembered as one of basketball’s most innovative minds — retiring peacefully on Maui after a career that left an indelible mark on the sport. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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