Gregg Popovichthe legendary coach of San Antonio Spurs where he won five rings of the NBAannounced that the Texan franchise bank will leave after 29 seasons.
The experienced strategist was set out from his position since he suffered a stroke on November 2. In possession of the record of victories in regular season of the NBA As a coach –With 1,422 wins– The legend will continue in the direction of the Spursnow as president of sports operations. “I will do everything I can to help from a new role, because I will not be the coach. Now I will be the boss“, He said at an emotional press conference, in which he was accompanied by Ginóable handone of the fundamental pillars in their conquests.
“Although my love and passion for basketball are still intact, I have decided that it is time to leave the position of coach”, He had previously assured in a statement that transcended on social networks. In addition, he dedicated a place to the unconditional support of the public and his environment:“ I am eternally grateful to the wonderful players, coaches, personal and fans who allowed me to serve them as coach of the Spurs, and I am excited about the opportunity to continue supporting the organization, the community and the city that mean so much for me”.
Considered as one of the best technicians in basketball history, Popovich is synonymous with success, perseverance and fidelity to Spursto which he has directed uninterruptedly from the 1996-1997 season. He completely changed the franchise’s DNA and led to San Antonio To win Five rings.
His first championship was in 1999 and he was followed by the crowns of 2003, 2005, 2007 and 2014 already with Ginobili on the squad. In addition, he caressed glory in 2013, but 4-3 fell in the final against the Miami Heat of LeBron Jameswhich was chosen the MVP of the definition and the season.
The extraordinary trajectory in the NBA of Popovich is mostly linked to a myth of basketball as Tim Duncan and also to other exceptional players such as David Robinson, Kawhi Leonard, Tony Parker or your own Ginóable hand.
Also directed the selection of USA in the Olympics of Tokiohanging the gold medal.
Popovich suffered the spill the last November 2just before a match against Minnesota Timberwolves And two days later it was learned that he left office for a indefinite period due to your health problems.
In 2023 had signed a renewal of 5 seasons with the Spurs And since last season I had the responsibility of modeling a generational talent like French Victor Wembanyama. In his absence, he assumed the command interim Mitch Johnson, His right hand, which was next to Gregg for five campaigns.
Since he replaced Popovichdirected to the Spurs in 77 regular seasonal gameswith a balance of 32 wins and 45 losses with which they failed to qualify for Playoff.
The announcement came after Spurs confirmed, once the season is over, that Popovich will not train again.
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