BREAKING: Massive News on Spurs Coach Gregg Popovich Revealed

Breaking news reveals update on status of San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich

Feb 10, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Greg Popovich looks on from the sidelines during the first half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images / Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

The San Antonio Spurs were one of basketball's top teams for almost two decades, winning five NBA Finals from 1999 to 2014. Featuring stars like Tim Duncan, David Robinson, Tony Parker, Kawhi Leonard, and Manu Ginóbili, they were all brought together by legendary head coach Gregg Popovich.

Taking over the Spurs job in 1997, Popovich has established himself as one of the best coaches in the NBA since with 1,412 wins and named one of the 15 Greatest Coaches in NBA History. However, Popovich hasn't appeared for the Spurs as their coach since Oct. 31, with Mitch Johnson stepping in. However, recent breaking news reveals an update on Popovich's status.

San Antonio Spurs' Hall of Fame 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, league sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/EekHlDa8NI

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 23, 2025

According to ESPN Senior Insider Shams Charania, Popovich is not expected to return to the team this season after suffering a mild stroke. As of now, his future with the franchise remains uncertain, per Charania.

Popovich, 76, is the oldest active coach in the NBA. As the roster now aims toward a youth movement around Victor Wembanyama, this news might be an indication of the future Hall-of-Famer hanging it up.

Got to celebrate our rookie last night 👏

Congrats @StephonCastle again on winning @Kia Western Conference Rookie of the Month for January! pic.twitter.com/U4vqRx5bVf

— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) February 22, 2025

If Popovich were to retire, current acting coach Mitch Johnson is a strong replacement candidate. Regardless, if the position were open, the opportunity to coach Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox, and the rest of the Spurs' roster would draw major interest. The Spurs will now shift their focus to Sunday's road game against the New Orleans Pelicans.

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