Popovich Retires as Coach, Spurs Name New Leader

Gregg Popovich, the NBA's all-time winningest coach with 1,422 regular-season victories, has retired as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs after 29 seasons and will serve as the team's president of basketball operations. Popovich led the Spurs to five NBA championships (1999, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2014) and earned three Coach of the Year awards. He also coached Team USA to Olympic gold in 2021 and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2023. His decision to step down follows a stroke in November 2024, prompting him to prioritize his health while remaining active with the franchise. Popovich is widely credited with building one of basketball's most respected dynasties and making a significant impact on the sport and community. The Spurs now look to a future led by young stars such as Victor Wembanyama, with Popovich's influence continuing in his new executive role.