Spurs hire Billy Donovan as lead assistant coach ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 5:05 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs announced the hiring of Billy Donovan as their lead assistant coach on July 3, 2026. This move comes after a 4-1 series defeat to the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals. Although Mitch Johnson led the Spurs to a strong 62-20 record last season, fans view Donovan's hiring as a potential threat to his position. Donovan previously coached the Chicago Bulls for six seasons and now steps into a subordinate role with the Spurs, indicating possible future changes in the coaching staff.
- •Billy Donovan hired as lead assistant coach for Spurs
- •Mitch Johnson had a successful season but faces pressure
- •Spurs lost 4-1 to Knicks in the NBA Finals
- •Donovan previously coached the Bulls for six seasons
- •Spurs aim to improve after last season's disappointment
- 5:05 AMYahoo Sports — NBA fans have a lot to say after San Antonio Spurs announce Billy Donovan as lead assistant coach
"The San Antonio Spurs have started preparing for the new NBA season. Following a heartbreaking 4-1 series defeat in the NBA Finals at the hands of the New York Knicks, the San Antonio Spurs seem keen on bouncing back next season.
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