Rick Adelman, a Basketball Hall of Fame inductee and one of the NBA’s all-time winningest coaches, has passed away.
He was 79.
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His cause of death has not been disclosed.
Adelman, who ranks 10th in NBA history with 1,042 wins, is the father of Denver Nuggets coach David Adelman.
“Rick Adelman was one of the most respected and accomplished coaches in the history of the NBA. Following his NBA playing career, Rick turned to coaching where his leadership, innovation and genuine love for basketball left a lasting impression on generations of players and fellow coaches over his nearly 30-year run,” NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement.
“He was a brilliant strategist and teacher of the game, and an even better person. I send my deepest condolences to Rick’s family and many friends throughout the league,” he added.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver issued the following statement today regarding the passing of former NBA player, head coach and
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