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NBA: Best player and coach pairing from each team’s history

ByTony Pesta|
LOS ANGELES - MARCH 2: Tim Duncan #21 of the San Antonio Spurs talks with head coach Gregg Popovich during the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center on March 2, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. The Spurs won 106-78. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2009 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES - MARCH 2: Tim Duncan #21 of the San Antonio Spurs talks with head coach Gregg Popovich during the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center on March 2, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. The Spurs won 106-78. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2009 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)
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Here are the best coach/player duos in each NBA team’s history.We have seen so many great duos throughout NBA history. From Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant to Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant, All-Star pairings have dominated the league. Players always receive the most credit but what about the best player/coach combinations?

It can be argued that the strength of a team’s coach is just as important as the quality of their players. In many cases, a good coach unlocks the full potential of a team/player. In contrast, falling into the wrong system can derail a star’s career and limit them from reaching their peak.

Different coaching styles work with different players. At the end of the day, it is up to the coach to adjust to his star and force him into the right direction for success. Only the best of the best have managed to do this.

Every once in awhile, we get a duo that is truly special. A brilliant coach, combined with a star player, is enough to win multiple championships in this league. Here, we are going to focus on all the times a player and coach mixed together perfectly. It’s time to highlight the best player/coach duos in each team’s history.