Popovich Retires as Spurs Coach, Moves to Front Office
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Gregg Popovich, the legendary San Antonio Spurs coach, is retiring from his head coaching position after 27 seasons. He will transition to a full-time role as the team's president of basketball operations. The 76-year-old Popovich, who suffered a mild stroke in November, holds the NBA's record for career wins (1,422) and led the Spurs to five NBA championships. While he considered a return, the demanding nature of coaching led him to this decision. Assistant coach Mitch Johnson filled in during his absence.
Gregg Popovich, the legendary San Antonio Spurs coach, is retiring from his head coaching position after 27 seasons. He will transition to a full-time role as the team's president of basketball operations. The 76-year-old Popovich, who suffered a mild stroke in November, holds the NBA's record for career wins (1,422) and led the Spurs to five NBA championships. While he considered a return, the demanding nature of coaching led him to this decision. Assistant coach Mitch Johnson filled in during his absence.
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