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Olympic ties truly bind players like Green with Popovich

On December 4, 2021, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Golden State Warriors 112-107, coinciding with the announcement that Gregg Popovich would step down as coach after 29 seasons.
Popovich, the NBA's all-time wins leader, decided to retire, a decision that deeply resonated through the league and among players who valued his leadership and Olympic coaching.
Golden State forward Draymond Green and Miami’s Bam Adebayo expressed strong emotions about Popovich's retirement, highlighting their personal bonds from playing under him and winning Olympic gold together.
Green expressed how difficult it was to compete against the Spurs this season without seeing Popovich on the sidelines, while Udoka praised Popovich as one of the greatest coaches and a close friend, highlighting the deep respect they have for him.
Popovich’s retirement marks the end of an era in basketball, leaving a lasting legacy on the NBA and Olympic teams that shaped player relationships and careers.

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Olympic ties truly bind players like Green with Popovich

It was Dec. 4, 2021. The game was over. San Antonio knocked off Golden State 112-107. And when the final buzzer sounded, Draymond Green didn't seem bothered whatsoever by the loss.

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The Olympic ties united players with the great Gregg Popovich Agencies The Voice of the Interior

It was December 4, 2021 and the game was over. San Antonio beat Golden State 112-107, but when the final whistle sounded, Draymond Green didn't seem upset at all by the defeat.I just wanted to talk to Pop.The announcement of Greg Popovich's retirement as coach of the San Antonio Spurs after 29 seasons resonated deeply throughout the league.And it clearly affected Green, Golden State's front veteran, who said he can't imagine what it's like to st…

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Olympic ties united players with the great Gregg Popovich

It was December 4, 2021, and the game was over. San Antonio beat Golden State 112-107, but when the final whistle blew, Draymond Green didn't seem bothered by the loss at all.

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