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Spurs Starter, Tuesday, December 17, 2024: Gregg Popovich Plans to Return to Bench After 'Unprecedented 6 Weeks'

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Tanner Marlar

Oct 31, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich give referee Tre Maddox (23) a look after a no call against the Utah Jazz during the first quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
Oct 31, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich give referee Tre Maddox (23) a look after a no call against the Utah Jazz during the first quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images / Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Last night, long-time San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich released a statement via the Spurs updating fans on his health.

"This has certainly been an unprecedented six weeks for my family and me," Popovich said. "...While I wish I could get back to every one of you, for now, let me say that my family and I are forever grateful."

Popovich also added that no one is as excited for him to return to coaching more than the professionals taking care of him, citing that he has been "less than coachable" in his recovery process.

Popovich is the winningest coach in NBA history, and upon his return, he will attempt to widen the gap between he and Don Nelson a bit further.

Now, onto the headlines.

The News

1. READ: How a Single Trade Helped Build a Spurs Dynasty, and Another Nearly Ended It

From Dennis Rodman to Kawhi Leonard, the Spurs have a knack for making bold trades.

Check out the full story at the link above.

2. WATCH: The San Antonio Minute: A Temp Check After A Not-So-Hot Shooting Night

The San Antonio Spurs shot just 11-for-45 from the 3-point line against the Minnesota Timberwolves nearly two years after a similar figure, but while they might not have been able to reach the ocean, there isn't any reason for concern.

Check out the full story at the link above.

3. READ: San Antonio Spurs Move Up in Latest NBA Power Rankings

The San Antonio Spurs went 1-1 last week, despite missing several pieces in both matchups against the Portland Trail Blazers and Minnesota Timberwolves.

Check out the full story at the link above.

Today's Schedule

No game scheduled. Next game: Thursday vs. Atlanta Hawks | 7 p.m. CT | Watch

The Full Schedule

The San Antonio Spurs played their first game of the year on Oct. 25, kicking off the second season of Victor Wembanyama's young NBA career. Now that it's through, here's a preview of some upcoming dates and times (all in CST) throughout the season to watch for:

San Antonio Spurs Regular Season Schedule

Dec. 25: MSG Christmas at New York Knicks

Dec. 31: New Year's vs. LA Clippers

Jan. 23-25: Paris Games vs. Indiana Pacers

Feb. 3: Rodeo Road Trip Begins at Memphis Grizzlies

Feb. 14-16: All-Star Break

Feb. 20: Spurs Get Moody vs. Phoenix Suns
Feb. 21: Spurs Get Moody vs. Detroit Pistons

March 21: Longest Home Stand Ends vs. Philadelphia 76ers

April 6: Final Road Trip Begins at Portland Trail Blazers
April 13: Final Home Game vs. Toronto Raptors

Around the NBA

Catch up on some of the league-wide headlines below:

1. Doc Rivers Offered Simple Five-Word Description of Damian Lillard's NBA Cup Takeover

2. Peculiar Stat Shows Former Lakers Coach Darvin Ham Stands Alone in NBA Cup History

3. Kyrie Irving Goes 1-on-1 With Luka Doncic in Mavs 'King of the Court' Tournament

On This Date in Spurs History ...

December 17, 1991: Waived Avery Johnson and Jud Buechler.

Quote of the Day

I think the background work that they do — just making sure that the players that they bring in are of good character, not only can play in the system but are guys they can be proud of on the floor and off the floor — that work is maybe a little in-depth than other teams.”

- Brent Barry

The Closer

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