Popovich, the oldest coach in league history at 75, suffered “a mild stroke” before the Spurs’ Nov. 2 game against the Timberwolves at Frost Bank Center. “Popovich, who has already started a rehabilitation program, is expected to make a full recovery. At this point, a timeline for his return to the sidelines has not been determined,” the statement read. Last week, Johnson spoke about Popovich’s medical episode and provided a positive update without revealing that he had suffered a stroke. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X , and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter .

Source: Fox News November 14, 2024 06:52 UTC