Overview
- Popovich attended the Austin Spurs’ Jan. 23 G League game at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park, Texas, against the Capital City Go-Go.
- Video from the arena showed him crossing the court with assistance and a cane, where he waved to fans and posed for photos with children.
- Spectators rose for a standing ovation as the Hall of Famer acknowledged the crowd during the rare public sighting.
- The Spurs previously said he began a rehabilitation program and is expected to make a full recovery following a Nov. 2, 2024 mild stroke at the Frost Bank Center.
- After a fainting-related hospitalization in April 2025, he moved from head coach to president of basketball operations in May, with Mitch Johnson introduced as head coach.