Former LSU Basketball Coach Dale Brown Dies at 90
Dale Brown, the LSU basketball coach with the most wins in the program's history and a mentor to Shaquille O’Neal, has died at the age of 90.
Topeka, KS, October 23, 2026 —
Dale Brown, the winningest coach in the history of LSU’s basketball program and a mentor to Shaquille O’Neal, has died at age 90, according to the information provided.
Brown’s place in LSU history is defined by his program record for wins. He is also remembered for mentoring O’Neal, who went on to become one of basketball’s most prominent players. The available information does not provide details about the nature or timing of that mentorship.
No date or location of Brown’s death was provided. The cause of death, details about his coaching career, and information about survivors or memorial arrangements were also not included. No statement from LSU, Brown’s family or O’Neal was provided.
The information identifies Brown’s record and his connection to O’Neal, but does not specify the number of games he won, the years he coached LSU, or other milestones from his tenure. Those details are not available in the material provided.
Brown’s death marks the passing of a figure identified with LSU basketball’s history. Further details about his life, career and memorial arrangements were not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by BRETT MARTEL, Associated Press on www.ksnt.com, see more information here.
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