Who was Rick Adelman? Adam Silver pays emotional tribute after Hall of Famer's passing
Hall of Fame coach Rick Adelman has passed away at the age of 79, prompting an outpouring of tributes across the NBA. Commissioner Adam Silver led those remembrances with a heartfelt statement honoring Adelman's leadership, innovation, and lasting impact on generations of players and coaches. Adelman finished his career with 1,042 coaching wins, two NBA Finals appearances, and a Hall of Fame induction in 2021.
Hall of Fame coach Rick Adelman has passed away at the age of 79, prompting an outpouring of tributes across the NBA. Commissioner Adam Silver led those remembrances with a heartfelt statement honoring Adelman's leadership, innovation, and lasting impact on generations of players and coaches. Adelman finished his career with 1,042 coaching wins, two NBA Finals appearances, and a Hall of Fame induction in 2021.
