Hall of Fame coach Rick Adelman passes away at 79
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 4:55 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Rick Adelman, the Hall of Fame coach with over 1,000 NBA wins, died on June 1 at the age of 79. Adelman coached for 29 years, leading teams such as the Portland Trail Blazers and Sacramento Kings. His innovative offensive strategies left a lasting impact on the game. The Sacramento Kings expressed their deep sorrow, highlighting his contributions to the franchise and the legacy he leaves behind.
- •Rick Adelman coached in the NBA for 29 years.
- •He had over 1,000 career wins as a head coach.
- •Adelman was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2021.
- •The Sacramento Kings recognized his leadership during his tenure.
- •Adelman is remembered for transforming Kings basketball in the early 2000s.
- 4:55 AMYahoo Sports — Former NBA Guard, Hall of Fame Coach, Dies at 79
"A coach whose innovative offense changed the league and earned him more than 1,000 wins in a Hall of Fame career died.
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