DON NELSON

Born;
May 15, 1940

"Nellie" was an 11-year veteran of the Celtics, playing for the Green and White from 1965-66 through 1975-76.

He helped to lead the Celtics to five NBA world championship titles in 1966, 1968, 1969, 1974 and 1976.

Was named NBA Coach of the Year in 1983, 1985 and 1992.

Named One of the Top 10 Coaches in NBA History in 1996.

Ranks 8th all-time in Celtics history in Games Played with 872, and 10th in Rebounds with 4,517.