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Popovich Addresses Spurs For the First Time Since Stroke

Legendary San Antonio Spurs Coach Gregg Popovich has addressed his players for the first time since suffering a stroke late last year, raising uncertainty about his coaching future.

Gregg Popovich held an emotional in-person meeting today with his Spurs players, who were all able to see him for the first time since his stroke in November, sources tell ESPN. Popovich will not return as coach this season and his NBA future remains uncertain as he recovers. https://t.co/RmduwYrMZj

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The 76-year-old, who has coached the Spurs since 1996, suffered the stroke on November 2, 2024.