Measuring the layers of Rick Adelman's greatness

Author:
Joan Niesen
Publish date:
Apr 15, 2014

At 67 and with an opt-out in his contract, 2013-14 could be Rick Adelman's final season in the NBA. — At 67 and with an opt-out in his contract, 2013-14 could be Rick Adelman's final season in the NBA.
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After playing for Rick Adelman with the Blazers, Terry Porter is now an assistant on his Wolves staff. — After playing for Rick Adelman with the Blazers, Terry Porter is now an assistant on his Wolves staff.
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Brad Miller (right) is one of the many loyal players to play under Rick Adelman for multiple teams. — Brad Miller (right) is one of the many loyal players to play under Rick Adelman for multiple teams.
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Point guard Ricky Rubio has spent three non-playoff seasons with Rick Adelman in Minnesota. — Point guard Ricky Rubio has spent three non-playoff seasons with Rick Adelman in Minnesota.
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All they know is they're Minnesota fans. They're Grandpa's fans, and they don't even know the half of what Grandpa means to the NBA.