Don Nelson, Second-Winningest NBA Coach, Dies at 86
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Don Nelson, Second-Winningest NBA Coach, Dies at 86

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Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in National Basketball Association history, died Sunday at age 86. Nelson’s family announced his passing but did not disclose a cause of death. A five-time champion as a player, Nelson amassed 1,335 regular season coaching wins, second only to Gregg Popovich. No right-leaning outlets have reported on this story. While details surrounding his death remain undisclosed, Nelson's career spanned decades and included tenures with the Boston Celtics, where he won five championships as a player, and later as head coach of the Golden State Warriors and Dallas Mavericks. He was known for his unconventional coaching style and emphasis on up-tempo play. His impact on the game is widely recognized within the basketball community.

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