By DANIEL MATTHEWS, US SENIOR SPORTS WRITER
Published: 16:22 EST, 17 February 2026 | Updated: 16:30 EST, 17 February 2026
Iconic Denver Nuggets coach Doug Moe has died at the age of 87.
Moe was at the helm in Denver between 1980 and 1990 before returning at the end of his career to spend another half-decade as assistant coach. On Tuesday, the Nuggets paid a heartfelt tribute to a 'one-of-a-kind' leader.
'The Denver Nuggets organization was devastated to learn of the passing of legendary coach Doug Moe,' the team said in a statement.
'Coach Moe was a one of a kind leader and person who spearheaded one of the most successful and exciting decades in Nuggets history.
'He will forever be loved and remembered by Nuggets fans and his banner commemorating his 432 career victories as head coach will hang in the rafters to forever honor his incredible legacy.
'The organization's thoughts are with Doug's wife Jane, his son David and all of his family and loved ones who are hurting in this moment.'
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