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Gregg Popovich Recovering at Home After Restaurant Medical Emergency

The 76-year-old Spurs coach, who suffered a stroke in November, was hospitalized Tuesday but is now stable and focused on recovery.

Overview

  • Gregg Popovich experienced a medical incident at a San Antonio steakhouse on April 15 and was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening issues.
  • Popovich, who suffered a mild stroke in November 2024, was alert and talking as he was transported by ambulance.
  • Reports confirm that the legendary coach has since returned home and is 'doing fine,' though no timeline for his return to coaching has been set.
  • Mitch Johnson continues to lead the Spurs as interim head coach, with Popovich under contract through the 2027-28 season.
  • Popovich remains the NBA's all-time winningest coach, with five championships and 1,412 regular-season victories to his name.