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Don Nelson: Celtics legend and Nellie Ball innovator dies at 86

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Don Nelson: Celtics legend and Nellie Ball innovator dies at 86
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Don Nelson, a Celtics legend and Hall of Fame coach who popularized the innovator ‘Nellie Ball,’ has died at 86. A three-time NBA Coach of the Year and five-time Celtics champion, Nelson starred for Boston and later coached multiple teams, leaving a lasting impact on how the game is played and taught.

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