Archive · 24 May 2025
Gregg Popovich's Health Scare Revealed in 911 Call
Gregg Popovich, a famous NBA coach, had a health scare at a restaurant in April.
A 911 call revealed he wasn't responding well initially, but then he started to respond.
Paramedics took him to the hospital.
He had a mild stroke before and has been recovering.
He's stepping down as head coach, but he'll still work for the Spurs as team president.
While his health struggles are evident, he announced this new role, showing his leadership will remain despite stepping back from coaching.
Gregg Popovich had a medical emergency at a San Antonio restaurant, prompting a 911 call.
The caller initially reported Popovich as non-responsive.
Paramedics transported Popovich to a hospital.
Popovich suffered a mild stroke in November and has been recovering since.
He is stepping down as head coach but will remain with the Spurs as team president.
- Who
- Gregg Popovich, former Spurs coach.
- What
- Medical emergency and transition to a new role.
- When
- April 15 (incident); early May (announcement).
- Where
- Ruth’s Chris Steak House, San Antonio.
- Why
- Ongoing recovery from a mild stroke.
- Incident Date
- April 15
- Location
- Ruth’s Chris Steak House, San Antonio
- Initial Condition
- Non-responding at first
- Confirmation
- Confirmed by TMZ Sports
- New Role
- Team President