San Antonio Spurs Head coach Gregg Popovich missed six straight games after suffering an undisclosed medical episode just hours before a game against Minnesota earlier this month, but on Wednesday the team revealed that the longtime coach date had actually had a stroke.

Popovich, the oldest coach in league history at 75, suffered “a mild stroke” before the Nov. 2 game against the Spurs. the wolves of the woods at Frost Bank Center.

San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul talks with Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Egan)

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The team provided an update on the coach’s health, adding that while he is expected to make a full recovery, there is no timetable for his return.

“Popovich, who has already begun a rehabilitation program, is expected to make a full recovery. At this point, the timetable for his return to the bench has not been determined,” the statement said. “During this time, the organization is grateful to the broader community for providing privacy and space for the Popovich family.”

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich reacts after a call from the official during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Egan)

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Assistant coach Mitch Johnson took over in Popovich’s absence. The Spurs went 3-3 during Johnson’s reign.

Last week, Johnson spoke about Popovich’s medical episode and provided a positive update without revealing that he had suffered a stroke.

“I would say… he’s doing well,” he said at the time. “We talked. I’ve had my hands full with this, trying to stay above water. So, I haven’t talked about details and I’m not sure of anything.”

San Antonio Spurs interim head coach Mitch Johnson gestures to his players during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)

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Popovitch is the NBA career leader with 1,390 victories and another 170 playoff victories while winning five NBA titles. He is in his 29th season, all with San Antonio.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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