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Gregg Popovich reflects on absence from Spurs in NBA Finals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 1:40 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Gregg Popovich reflects on absence from Spurs in NBA Finals
Summary

Gregg Popovich expressed his longing to coach the San Antonio Spurs during the ongoing NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. Although he has stepped down as head coach due to health issues stemming from a stroke in 2024, he remains involved in the team's strategies. The Spurs are currently down 2-0 in the series, creating a poignant moment for Popovich as he watches his former players, including Victor Wembanyama, compete for the title. Popovich, once a pivotal figure in leading the Spurs to five championships, is recognized for his enduring influence on the team's approach and tactics.

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  • •Popovich misses coaching during the NBA Finals against the Knicks.
  • •He has been involved in team strategies despite stepping down as head coach.
  • •The Spurs are currently down 2-0 in the NBA Finals.
  • •Popovich has a legacy of five NBA championships with the Spurs.
  • •He remains emotionally connected to the team's success in the series.
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  • 1:40 AMYahoo Sports — 'I wish': Gregg Popovich's melancholic reflection on not being Spurs HC in the 2026 NBA Finals
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Coach Gregg Popovich made it known that he misses coaching Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs in the NBA Finals against the Knicks.

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