Popovich removed his jacket before bringing Johnson to the podium, revealing a T-shirt with his new title: “El Jefe,” it said, the Spanish phrase for “the boss.” ...

SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Mitch Johnson extended his hand. Gregg Popovich shook it, then pulled him in for a hug instead. And with that, the torch was officially passed. It's a new era in San Antonio.

“I'm no longer coach,” Popovich said. “I'm 'El Jefe.'” Johnson took his seat at a microphone moments later, not before Popovich reminded those present that “he's going to do a great job.” Johnson ...

Gregg Popovich spoke publicly Monday for the first time since suffering a stroke six months ago, saying at the news conference where the San Antonio Spurs formally introduced Mitch Johnson as his ...

Gregg Popovich shifts to role as 'El Jefe,' says it's time for a new coach of the San Antonio Spurs Gregg Popovich spoke publicly Monday for the first time since suffering a stroke six months ago ...

Popovich, now ‘El Jefe,’ passes torch to Johnson May 6, 2025 by RAUL DOMINGUEZ The Associated Press Follow this story ...