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Oakland: When questioned about his coaching career after this season last month, Spurs coach Gregg Popovich gave an ambiguous response.
He told the New York Times, “I don’t know the answer.”
One of Popovich’s most important disciples, Warriors coach Steve Kerr, continues to think the 70-year-old Pop has plenty of life left in him.
Kerr stated on Tuesday, “I don’t get the impression that he’s anywhere close to stepping down.” “But then, I just know how much he loves coaching; I’ve never asked him.”
After spending four seasons as a Spurs player under Popovich, Kerr will serve as his assistant in 2020, when the Olympics are held in Tokyo and China in the FIBA World Cup. His greatest admiration for Popovich is his persistent ability to modify his system to fit various rosters. The Spurs have only missed the playoffs once and have won five NBA titles since Popovich took over as head coach in 1996.
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Over the past 20 years, the Spurs have likely undergone four or five iterations, according to Kerr. “Maybe Pop’s ability to adjust to changing circumstances is his greatest strength.”
According to Kerr, “Pop was the first to start resting guys and cancel shootarounds because he understood what his team needed and where sports science was headed, which demonstrated his ability to adapt and adjust.” “He always seems to be a step ahead of the curve.”
Despite the league’s trend toward 3-point-heavy offenses, the Spurs shoot the most mid-range field goals this season after trading all-star forward Kawhi Leonard for guard DeMar DeRozan. The Spurs, who are currently sixth in the Western Conference, are still in the running for the playoffs despite the move.
Kerr stated, “I don’t think there’s any math to it.” “We have LaMarcus Aldridge and DeMar DeRozan, who are excellent mid-range shooters, so let’s do that,” I believe Pop said. The only thing that needs to be changed is that you adjust to your staff; nothing revolutionary.
Kerr would be the most familiar with Popovich’s strategies. The two have remained close after Kerr’s time in San Antonio, frequently getting together for dinner prior to games. Still, Kerr offered support no matter what Popovich’s decision was following the season.
It’s undoubtedly his life, Kerr remarked. “He will go through whatever process it takes to reach those decisions. However, he’s still going strong and is passionate about his work.
