The famed Warriors coach let out a hearty laugh. Just like nearly ever Warriors fan, Don Nelson has watched his beloved team with keen interest lately. And even if he has become familiar with the Warriors’ seemingly annual tradition with competing for an NBA championship, Nelson often has to pinch himself.
After all, Nelson gave an honest answer on if he ever saw this coming during his second stint coaching the Warriors (2006-2010 when he played an influential role in the Warriors selecting Stephen Curry with the No. 7 pick in the 2009 NBA Draft.
“Of course not,” Nelson said, chuckling.