Mike DAntoni just edged out Rick Adelman in a fan vote for coaching legend status—and it wasn’t even close. While Adelman built elite, efficient teams with his motion offense, D’Antoni didn’t just coach—he revolutionized the game. His Rockets shattered records with 65 wins and deep playoff runs, proving his impact went beyond stats. He dismantled traditional NBA norms, championing speed, three-point shooting, and smaller lineups—ideas now NBA staples. Though he never won a title, his fingerprints are everywhere: coaches who learned from him led championship runs. Adelman was a master strategist; D’Antoni? A game-changer.
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