Don Nelson

Don Nelson

athlete United States

Don Nelson is a former professional basketball player and coach, widely regarded for his innovative coaching strategies and contributions to the game of basketball. Over his long career, he coached several NBA teams, most notably the Golden State Warriors, where he became the winningest coach in franchise history. Known for his up-tempo style of play and emphasis on offense, Nelson was instrumental in popularizing the small-ball lineup, which revolutionized modern basketball tactics. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2012, recognizing his impact on the game both as a player and a coach.

Born on May 15, 1940 (84 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
61,247
Power
3,870$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 6.00 0.02% +0% 331,002,651 60,857 $21,000,000 3,861$
Estonia 1 6.00 0.03% +0% 1,326,539 390 $31,000 9$
Totals 2 332,329,190 61,247 $21,031,000 3,870$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Don Nelson is one of only three coaches to win the NBA Coach of the Year award three times. 6

CNN: San Antonio head coach Gregg Popovich not returning to lead the Spurs again this season

Estonia Estonia: Don Nelson was the coach who encouraged Müürsepp to take on Barkley during the game in Mexico City. 6

Postimees – major Estonian daily, est. 1857: KUULSUSTE HALL ⟩ Martin Müürsepp – meie mees NBAs