- ABC News
- December 16, 2024
SAN ANTONIO -- Spurs coach Gregg Popovich released a statement Monday, thanking the community, the Spurs organization and friends for their outpouring of support after the Hall of Famer suffered what the team called a "mild stroke" on Nov. 2 at Frost Bank Center. "This has certainly been an unexpected six weeks for my family and me," Popovich said in the statement. "As we work together on my recovery, I want to take a moment to share that the outpouring of support we've received during this time has been truly overwhelming in the best possible way. While I wish I could get back to each and every one of you, for now, let me say that my family and I are forever grateful. We're thankful for our wonderful community, the entire Spurs organization, and our family and friends." Popovich, 75, coached San Antonio's first five games, posting a record of 2-3. When the club initially announced Popovich's condition, it mentioned the coach had already started a rehabilitation program...