Why is Don Nelson's number not retired?

DuffMan

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I was on the Iowa BBall wikipedia site today (I know it's not always accurate) and it had a list of retired numbers for Iowa BBall. I was suprised to see Don Nelson wasn't among them. Anyone have an idea as to why? His career accomplishments are absolutely amazing....

2 Time all American at Iowa, averaged a double double (21 and 10) his senior season.

Five NBA titles with Boston.

Easily an all time top 10 NBA coach.

His number is retired with the Boston Celtics.

In terms of impact on the game he is by far and away the most influencial Iowa Hawkeye ever.
 

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