Rick Adelman, legendary NBA coach, passes away at age 80

Rick Adelman, a celebrated figure in basketball, passed away on June 1, 2026, at the age of 80. His coaching career spanned 29 years in the NBA, including 23 seasons as head coach for teams such as the Portland Trail Blazers, Golden State Warriors, Sacramento Kings, Houston Rockets, and Minnesota Timberwolves. Adelman achieved 1,042 career wins, ranking 10th all-time, and was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2021. He is survived by his wife, Mary Kay, and six children, along with twelve grandchildren, marking a significant loss for the basketball community.

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