{
  "id": 410590,
  "title": "Reaction to the death of Don Nelson, the NBA’s second-winningest coach",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/09/reaction-to-the-death-of-don-nelson-the-nbas-second-winningest-coach",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-09T20:53:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Associated Press",
    "slug": "associated-press",
    "url": "https://apnews.com/article/don-nelson-death-reaction-bbf3b076af16000865f52b6e519ac361"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The death of Don Nelson, the NBA's second-winningest coach, has prompted notable reactions from the basketball community. Golden State Warriors statement emphasizes Nelson's innovative coaching style and lasting impact on the team. The \"Run TMC\" era and the 2007 \"We Believe\" team, coached by Nelson, remain unforgettable moments in Warriors history. The 2007 team's victory over the Dallas Mavericks, overcoming an 18-win deficit, is particularly noteworthy. Beyond his time with Golden State, Nelson's unique perspective and unyielding passion for the game left an indelible mark on the sport. The Warriors organization mourns his loss, expressing condolences to Nelson's family and friends.",
  "summary": "By The Associated Press (AP) — Notable reaction to the death of Don Nelson , the NBA’s second-winningest coach: “Don Nelson was one of…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}