It’s Official: Nelson Steps Down As Coach Of Hapless Golden State

Don Nelson, sick and demoralized this season, resigned Monday as coach and general manager of the Golden State Warriors of the NBA.

The Warriors said Bob Lanier, the assistant coach and Hall of Fame center, will immediately replace Nelson. Nelson’s job as general manager was not immediately filled.

Nelson’s son, Donn Nelson, currently an assistant coach for the Warriors, will remain with the team to assist with preparations for the 1995 draft.

The Warriors started the season with a 7-1 record but have gone 7-30 since.

Atlanta Hawks guard Craig Ehlo has torn cartilage in his left knee and will be out four to six weeks.

Forward Cedric Ceballos was placed on the injured list, and the Los Angeles Lakers signed forward Kurt Rambis to a second 10-day contract.