2. Doc Rivers (BOS) – 96 Playoff Wins
A tenacious defender way back in his playing years, Doc Rivers has inculcated this mentality even during his success as a head coach. In a span of 20 seasons, Rivers had already been a team leader for four franchises. All seem to have collective success in the postseason.
Team chemistry is a noteworthy characteristic of his leadership style. He tends to make distant players play in accordance with his system. From building a team family in Boston, which had earned him a ‘chip back in 2008, to making rival teammates in LA Clippers play distinct defense, Doc has a career worthy of the Hall of Fame.
Rivers ranks second in the list of the active NBA coaches with most career playoff wins.