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San Antonio Spurs: After nearly three decades at the helm, Gregg Popovich has officially stepped down as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, closing the curtain on one of the most iconic and influential coaching careers in NBA history. Popovich, 76, will now serve exclusively as the Spurs’ team president, the franchise confirmed on Friday.

derful players, coaches, staff, and fans who allowed me to serve them as the Spurs head coach, and I am excited for the opportunity to continue to support the organisation, community, and city that are so meaningful to me.”

Popovich’s legacy is unmatched. Since taking over as head coach in 1996 — in a bold move where he fired then-coach Bob Hill and appointed himself — Popovich transformed the Spurs into a model franchise. Under his leadership, the team secured five NBA titles (1999, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2014), powered by the legendary trio of Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, and Manu Ginobili.