Legendary Coach Gregg Popovich Ends 29-Year Reign with San Antonio Spurs
Source: news.source.inquirer
Gregg Popovich has retired as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs after 29 seasons, during which he led the team to five NBA championships and became the league's all-time wins leader. Popovich, who will continue as team president, stepped down following a season where he missed most games due to a stroke. Mitch Johnson, who served as interim coach, will take over as head coach.
Key Points
Gregg Popovich retired after 29 seasons as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs.
He led the Spurs to five NBA championships and is the league's all-time wins leader.
Popovich will remain as team president.
Mitch Johnson, who filled in for Popovich, becomes the new head coach.
Popovich missed most of the season after suffering a stroke.
His career record stands at 1,422-869, including playoff wins.
