Basketball Hall of Famer Gregg Popovich announced on Friday afternoon that after a 29-year run, he's stepping down as the head coach San Antonio Spurs. The 76-year-old will remain with the organization as its president of basketball operations.

“29 years. Coach, thank you for your wisdom, for your leadership, for the culture you created… But most importantly, for being a great and inspiring person,” he first commented. “It was an honor to be a part of those 29 years. Wishing you the best on your new chapter,” Wemby added.

Former Duke men's basketball head coach Mike Krzyzewski offered great praise for Gregg Popovich after his transition from San Antonio Spurs head coach to team president became official recently. "He impacted more people in our game than anybody,