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Pop's last prize

Among the reasons for Gregg Popovich to keep coaching after realizing his Olympic dream: 26 more victories will make him the winningest coach in league history

Marc Stein
Aug 20, 2021
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If you've seen Gregg Popovich addressing USA Basketball’s stars, choking back tears as he described the Americans' fourth successive Olympic triumph as "the best feeling I've ever had" in the game, you are bound to surmise from JaVale McGee’s candid footage that Pop's career is basically complete.

One gold medal at last, to go with five NBA championships…

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