The basketball world is mourning the loss of Hall of Fame coach Don Nelson, who has died at the age of 86. A three-time NBA Coach of the Year and one of the most influential minds in basketball history, Nelson helped reshape the modern game with his fast-paced, positionless offensive philosophy that came to be known as “Nellie Ball.” His innovative approach emphasized floor spacing, versatility, and smaller lineups—concepts that would later become staples throughout the NBA. Nelson compiled 1,335 regular-season victories during a coaching career that spanned more than…
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