Jerry Sloan, Hall of Fame <br />NBA Coach, Dead at 78 According to the Utah Jazz, Sloan<br />died from complications with <br />dementia and Parkinson's disease. Back in 2016, Sloan revealed that he had been <br />diagnosed with the health complications. Utah Jazz, via statement Sloan coached the Jazz for 23 seasons <br />before leaving in early 2011. In 2009, the NBA inducted him<br />into its Hall of Fame. Sloan's 1,221 career regular season wins <br />ranks fourth in NBA coaching history. His 98 playoff victories are also the most of <br />any pro basketball coach who never won a title. During Sloan's tenure, the Jazz made the postseason <br />15 straight years and reached the NBA finals twice. Both times they fell to the Chicago Bulls, who <br />Sloan also coached for three seasons. As an NBA player, Sloan played for <br />the Bulls and was a two-time All-Star.
