India, Aug. 10 -- Legendary NBA coach Don Nelson, who still holds the record for amassing the second-highest number of wins in NBA history, passed away on Sunday. An NBA Hall of Famer, Nelson retired from coaching in 2010 and became a marijuana farmer in Hawaii. He was 86 years old.

"On Sunday morning our beloved husband, dad, grandfather and great-grandfather Don Nelson peacefully went to be with the Lord, surrounded by his loving family," a statement from his family read. "Throughout his last week, friends and family encircled him with love, sharing the blessing of his friendship and revisiting treasured memories."

Tributes have since poured in for Don Nelson, who, in his 31-season coaching career in the league, coached teams like the...