Popovich, 76, is the NBA’s all-time leader in head-coaching wins, with a 1,391-824 regular-season record (.628).

Gregg Popovich addressed the Spurs for the first time since suffering a stroke in November and informed the team he won't return this season.

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich said Thursday he will not return to the bench this season as he continues to recuperate from a stroke he suffered in November, according to a statement released by the team.