Look at the lineups teams run now. Look at their style of play. He's the Nas of NBA..... "I am the truest/name a coach that I ain't influence"
Mike D'antoni has been one of the most important figures (players included) in terms of ushering in this new golden era of basketball. The NBA is so much more enjoyable without these awkward ass centers falling all over the place, the games are so much more fluid
He's not a great coach, but his impact can't be denied.