Don Nelson loves watching the Warriors.
The former Golden State coach said as much while detailing the origin of “Nellie Ball” — a fast-paced, small-ball style of play that is now predominant in the NBA — for a feature in The Players’ Tribune.
“The one team that does all these things best, and that I enjoy watching most, is the Golden State Warriors,” the Basketball Hall of Famer wrote, after explaining Nellie Ball. “Coach (Steve) Kerr is doing an impressive job with that team — especially with Steph Curry. The way Kerr utilizes Steph’s ability on the court reminds me of how I used to use Steve Nash in Dallas.