Don Nelson Legacy Honored in Dallas | California News

NBA legend Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in history and a visionary who pioneered “small ball,” passed away at 86, leaving behind a basketball legacy that reshaped the game. Celebrated at a moving Dallas service, his impact echoed through heartfelt tributes from stars like Steve Nash and Dirk Nowitzki, who remembered him as a mentor and legend. From his five NBA titles as a player to his groundbreaking coaching style and three Coach of the Year honors, Nelson’s innovation continues to define modern basketball. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5e36b350ed2b1831