Gregg Popovich is still away from the San Antonio Spurs after he suffered a stroke last fall. While it’s unclear when he will be able to return to the bench, if at all, Spurs CEO R.C. Buford, a longtime friend of Popovich, had a very positive update on his recovery on Wednesday.

It didn't take long for Gregg Popovich to become synonymous with the San Antonio Spurs organization. In his second full season after taking over as interim head coach in 1996, Popovich led the ...

San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich remains away from the bench as he recovers from a stroke, with his return this season still up in the air.

San Antonio Spurs veteran guard Chris Paul revealed that Gregg Popovich calls him after every game amid his absence from the team.

San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich remains away from the San Antonio Spurs as he recovers from a stroke, but he is still in tune with his players. Spurs guard Chris Paul revealed that Popovich calls him after every game to discuss what the coach saw.

It won't happen, and nobody knows when — or if — Popovich will be back on the Spurs' sideline. Popovich's absence is a glaring one in Paris this week for the pair of NBA matchups between the Pacers and Spurs on Thursday and Saturday; he's back home, recovering from a November stroke.

The San Antonio Spurs' trip to Paris has included a mixture of food, fun, culture and winning. The only thing missing is Gregg Popovich

The San Antonio Spurs have played the majority of the 2024-25 season without head coach Gregg Popovich after he suffered a mild stroke in early November. But even though he’s not on the sidelines, Coach Pop has made sure to keep tabs on his squad.

Gregg Popovich will be away from the Spurs for an indefinite period due to a health issue. Popovich, 75, suffered his health issue ahead of San Antonio's game against Minnesota on Saturday, Nov. 2. The Spurs initially announced Popovich would miss that game with an undisclosed illness but would later provide more information.

The San Antonio Spurs CEO recently shared update on the Hall of Famer head coach Gregg Popovich after he suffered a mild stroke last year.

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