Pop Retires: Spurs Legend Steps Down as Coach
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Gregg Popovich, after a 29-year tenure as San Antonio Spurs head coach, is stepping down. His remarkable career includes five NBA championships, the league's all-time wins record, and induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Popovich, who recently suffered a stroke, will transition to the role of team president. Spurs assistant Mitch Johnson will take over as head coach. Popovich's legacy extends beyond wins, encompassing mentorship of numerous Hall of Famers and a commitment to social causes.
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