Hall of Fame NBA coach Don Nelson died on Sunday at age 86. Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic paid a tribute to the five-time NBA champion coach on social media shortly after learning the news of his passing. "It’s a sad day for basketball with the passing of Don Nelson," Doncic wrote on X. Read More on NBANelson Protested Against the Mavericks Trading DoncicNelson's son, Donnie Nelson, was a Dallas Mavericks executive through the 2021 season. When the Mavericks traded Doncic to the Lakers in 2024, Don Nelson made it clear he was not a fan of the decision.