San Antonio Spurs legendary head coach Gregg Popovich is not expected to return this season, and his future is uncertain as he recovers from a mild stroke suffered in November. ESPN's Shams Charania shared via X.Popovich, 76, has not coached since Nov. 2 after getting tended to by emergency personnel who were at the arena for the Spurs' game that night.
Popovich, who has been with the Spurs since 1996, is one of the most successful coaches in NBA history, leading the team to five championships. His absence on the sidelines has been felt by players and fans alike, as the Spurs have struggled to find their rhythm without his leadership.
While Popovich has not made any official statements about his future with the team, sources close to him have expressed concerns about his health and ability to continue coaching at the highest level. The Spurs organization is fully supportive of Popovich and has assured fans that they will do whatever it takes to help him recover.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
