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Gregg Popovich Hospitalized After Fainting at San Antonio Restaurant

The legendary Spurs coach, recovering from a November stroke, was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening issues.

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San Antonio Spurs legend Gregg Popovich suffered a medical emergency on Thursday.

Overview

  • Gregg Popovich, 76, fainted while dining at a San Antonio steakhouse and was transported to a hospital for treatment.
  • Emergency officials confirmed the incident involved non-life-threatening injuries or illness, and Popovich was alert and talking when entering the ambulance.
  • The medical episode comes as Popovich continues his recovery from a mild stroke suffered in November 2024, which led to his indefinite leave from coaching.
  • Assistant coach Mitch Johnson has been serving as the Spurs' interim head coach since Popovich stepped away, with the team confirming in February that he would not return this season.
  • Popovich, widely regarded as one of basketball's greatest coaches, holds the NBA record for most wins and has led the Spurs to five championships and Team USA to Olympic gold.