Gregg Popovich, the three-time coach of the year, leaves an indelible mark on basketball that extends throughout the NBA and beyond.

Gregg Popovich understood the world. That goes back long before the basketball world knew who he was. It probably can be traced to at least Popovich’s time at the U.S.

Gregg Popovich, whose tenure as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs included five NBA championships, will remain as team president.