While Gregg Popovich appeared and took center stage, Pop was quick to remind that the day was about Mitch Johnson and the Spurs' future.

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 replacement that the time was right to make that move.

After 29 seasons, five championships and 1,422 wins, San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich is stepping aside, citing his health and the team’s future.