Spurs' Stephon Castle Reveals Gregg Popovich's Playoff Advice
Summary
The San Antonio Spurs are playing in the NBA playoffs for the first time since 2019 and now have a new head coach, Mitch Johnson, after Gregg Popovich stepped down last year. Popovich, who had health issues, remains involved with the team and recently gave the players advice to keep playing the same way they have all season.Key Facts
- The Spurs made the playoffs for the first time since the 2018-19 season.
- Gregg Popovich stopped coaching in May 2024 and became the Spurs' president of basketball operations.
- Popovich had a mild stroke in November 2024 and a medical incident in April 2025.
- Mitch Johnson is now the Spurs' head coach.
- Popovich recently spoke to the team, telling them to remain consistent and confident.
- The Spurs finished the season with a 62-20 record, the second-best in the NBA.
- The Spurs will face the Portland Trail Blazers in the first round of the playoffs.
- Popovich coached the Spurs from 1996 until 2024, winning five NBA championships.
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