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Gregg Popovich Recovering After Fainting Incident at San Antonio Restaurant

The legendary Spurs coach, who has been on medical leave since suffering a stroke in November, was treated and released following a non-life-threatening episode.

Oct 28, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich yells at an official during the second half against the Houston Rockets at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Gregg Popovich, 76, fainted at a San Antonio steakhouse on Tuesday evening and was taken to the hospital for treatment of a non-life-threatening condition.
  • Popovich was reportedly alert and speaking by the time he was placed in the ambulance, according to witnesses at the scene.
  • ESPN has confirmed that Popovich is now home and recovering after the incident, continuing his focus on health and recovery.
  • The Spurs coach has been on leave since suffering a mild stroke in November 2024 and announced in February that he would not return for the 2024-25 season.
  • Assistant coach Mitch Johnson remains the interim head coach as the Spurs monitor Popovich's health and future coaching prospects.