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Spurs coach Gregg Popovich had a stroke earlier this month, is expected to make full recovery

There is no timetable for the Hall of Famer to return to the sideline. Popovich has begun a rehabilitation program.

San Antonio coach Gregg Popovich directing the Spurs against the Jazz on Oct. 31.
San Antonio coach Gregg Popovich directing the Spurs against the Jazz on Oct. 31.Read moreRick Egan / AP
    by Tim Reynolds, Associated Press
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Basketball Hall of Famer Gregg Popovich has been away from the team because he suffered a mild stroke earlier this month, the San Antonio Spurs announced Wednesday.

Popovich is in his 29th season as coach of the Spurs, and there is no timetable for his return to the sideline, the team said. The stroke happened Nov. 2 at the team’s arena, and Popovich is expected to make a full recovery.

The 75-year-old Popovich, the NBA’s all-time leader in wins and a coach of five Spurs teams that won league championships, has already started a rehabilitation program, the team said.

“During this time, the organization is grateful to the extended community for providing privacy and space to the Popovich family,” the Spurs said in a release.

Assistant coach Mitch Johnson has been the acting head coach in Popovich’s absence.