cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/268997

Don’t expect an official announcement but the front office is operating as if Popovich will return to the sidelines for at least one more season. A couple sources I’ve discussed this with believe that the addition of Wembanyama could help convince the coaching legend to stick around for a while longer.

Popovich’s latest contract expired after the 2023 season. According to a team source, if and when he officially decides to return, Popovich is expected to sign a three-year contract that will pay him in the neighborhood of $14 million per year. The contract will also allow him to opt out after either of the first two seasons.

  • @lordnorthiii
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    31 year ago

    I know there is talk about the spurs using there capspace to try to get good immediately with wembanyama … I don’t think they will but I’m very curious what Pop would prefer …

    • @Sigmatank@midwest.social
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      31 year ago

      Sometimes you just need real NBA players to play alongside your young star(s) to help with development. Doesn’t mean you need to be going hard for the playoffs or anything, but you can learn a lot being competitive

  • @Garrathian
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    21 year ago

    Pop wants to stay just long enough for Wemby’s rookie contract