03.05.2025 15:50
The NBA team San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich has decided to step down from his position. It is expected that Popovich will now serve as the team president.
A new era is beginning for the NBA team San Antonio Spurs. The American coach Gregg Popovich, who has won 5 championships with the San Antonio Spurs, has decided to step down as head coach.
STEPPING DOWN
According to a report by ESPN, the 76-year-old head coach will resign due to long-standing health issues. However, it has been learned that even if Popovich steps down, he will not bid farewell to the club. Popovich is expected to take on the role of team president with the San Antonio Spurs. He holds the record for the most wins by a coach in NBA history, both in the regular season and playoffs. Popovich has won 5 championships in the NBA and has been named 'Coach of the Year' three times.
A SUCCESSOR WILL COME
As for Gregg Popovich's successor, Mitch Johnson, who has been seen as the heir apparent and has served as Popovich's assistant for 10 seasons, will begin to manage the team starting next season.