Gregg Popovich retires from coaching, becomes president of Spurs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 9:33 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Gregg Popovich announced his retirement as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs on May 2, 2025, following a series of health issues, including a stroke in November 2024. He has transitioned to the role of president of basketball operations. Popovich, who is 77, led the Spurs to five championships during his 28-year coaching career and holds an all-time winning record of 1,390-824. His departure marks the end of an era for the Spurs, with Mitch Johnson taking over as the full-time head coach. Popovich remains in good health as of June 2026.
- •Popovich retired as Spurs coach on May 2, 2025.
- •He transitions to president of basketball operations.
- •Popovich is 77 years old as of June 2026.
- •Mitch Johnson became the full-time head coach after Popovich’s retirement.
- •Popovich led the Spurs to five NBA championships.
- 9:33 PMYahoo Sports — Gregg Popovich health update: What we know about 77-year-old's decision to retire as Spurs coach
"Here is a recap of how Popovich ended his career as San Antonio's head coach.
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