Hall of Famer Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in NBA history, died Sunday. He was 86.
Nelson¡¯s family announced the passing of the five-time champion ?as a player but didn¡¯t divulge a manner of death.
¡°On Sunday morning our beloved husband, dad, grandfather and great-grandfather Don Nelson peacefully went to be with the Lord, surrounded by his loving family,¡± the Nelson family statement read. ¡°Throughout his last week, friends and family encircled him with love, sharing the blessing of his friendship and revisiting treasured memories.¡±
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