Spurs unsure when Popovich will return after recent medical episode

SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs are uncertain when, or if, Gregg Popovich will return as coach this season.

Popovich suffered a concealed medical episode last Saturday about 2 1/2 hours prior to the Spurs’ home video game versus Minnesota.

San Antonio acting head coach Mitch Johnson stated Popovich was “not feeling well,” however would not elaborate on what occurred hours previously.

Popovich has actually missed out on 3 video games considering that, consisting of Thursday’s home video game versus Portland.

When asked if there was any clearness about Popovich returning this season, Johnson might not supply a response.

“I would say that … he’s doing good,” Johnson stated Thursday. “We’ve been talking. I’ve had my hands full with this, in trying to stay above water. So, have not talked details and I’m not sure, about anything … that I’m … no details.”

Popovich is the earliest coach in NBA history at 75 years of ages. In 2020, he exceeded the previous mark held by Hubie Brown as a 71-year-old in his last video game as Memphis’ head coach.

Popovich is the NBA’s profession leader with 1,390 triumphes and another 170 post-season wins while winning 5 NBA titles. He remains in his 29th season, all with San Antonio.