Hall of Famer Gregg Popovich won't return to the sidelines for the San Antonio Spurs this season, but hopes to "return to coaching in the future," he announced Thursday.

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich informed his team Thursday he will not be returning this season as he recovers from a November stroke.

Popovich addressed Spurs players on Thursday for the first time to inform them of his decision not to return, according to reports by ESPN and NBA insider Chris Haynes. ESPN also

San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich told his team Thursday he will not return to the bench this season, the team announced. Popovich's long-term future with the organization remains uncertain as he continues to recover from a mild stroke he suffered in November.

Popovich has not coached since suffering what the Spurs described as a “mild stroke” on Nov. 2. His status for next season is in question.

San Antonio's longtime coach says he will not return to the sidelines in 2024-25 as he continues to recover from his stroke.

Longtime NBA head coach Gregg Popovich has reportedly addressed the San Antonio Spurs to let them know that he won't be returning this season. The veteran head coach has been out following a stroke that he suffered last year.

The 76-year-old met with San Antonio management Thursday, and he and the team released a statement afterward about his status.

NBA fans send their support to Spurs Head Coach Gregg Popovich after emotional news about his NBA future emerges.

Gregg Popovich had an emotional in-person meeting with Spurs players before officially announcing he would miss the rest of the NBA season.