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.

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

I will continue to focus on my health,” said the 76-year-old Spurs coach, who has been sidelined since suffering a stroke in November.