Stephon Castle details Gregg Popovich's pep talk ahead of Game 3

Before the San Antonio Spurs' critical Game 3 against the New York Knicks, former head coach Gregg Popovich provided a pep talk to the team. Although he stepped down as head coach in May 2025 after a successful 29-year tenure, Popovich remains involved and offered motivational advice as the Spurs find themselves in a must-win playoff situation. Guard Stephon Castle shared that Popovich encouraged the team to focus on the upcoming game and let go of previous losses in the series. The Spurs rely on this guidance as they prepare to face the Knicks at Madison Square Garden.

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