Don Nelson, legendary coach and five-time NBA champion as player, dies at 86

• Nelson had second-most coaching wins in NBA history

• Won five titles with Boston Celtics in 1960s and 70s

• Helped develop stars Steph Curry and Dirk Nowitzki

Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in NBA history who won five championships as a player with the Boston Celtics, died on Sunday. He was 86.

On Sunday morning our beloved husband, dad, grandfather and great-grandfather Don Nelson peacefully went to be with the Lord, surrounded by his loving family," a statement from his family read. Throughout his last week, friends and family encircled him with love, sharing the blessing of his friendship and revisiting treasured memories."