The NBA mourns Erin Popovich
Here are just a few reactions from around the NBA on the passing of Erin Popovich.
Some things are bigger than sports, like family. In that same vein, the sports world is one big family, and all of the NBA have come together to mourn the passing Erin Popovich and show their support for Gregg Popovich and his family. Here are just a few of them:
The Spurs
Manu Ginobili became emotional today when discussing the death of Erin Popovich, the wife of Gregg Popovich…”We are all devastated, all hurting.” Manu ends by saying “not having him (Pop) here today is hard.” (vid via @markmendez ) #KSATnews #KSATsports #Spurs #NBA pic.twitter.com/gGtX6ATDhK
— RJ Marquez (@KSATRJ) April 19, 2018
Tony Parker says Mrs. Popovich was a mom to him and the other Spurs. pic.twitter.com/JOkh35sGNM
— Raul Dominguez Jr. (@Abrjsdad) April 19, 2018
Pop extended his thanks through RC for all the love and support. Really a sad day for all the city. pic.twitter.com/KCXUCL07V1
— Raul Dominguez Jr. (@Abrjsdad) April 19, 2018
National TV
Players and coaches
And for the record, contrary to popular belief James was not ambushed with that question immediately after the Cavs’ win last night. Allie LaForce asked him about it prior to the cameras coming on, and he agreed to answer then and there because he felt it was the right thing to do. Good on you, LeBron.
.@KingJames sends his thoughts and prayers to the family of Gregg Popovich, sets record straight on reporter’s question. pic.twitter.com/VCsFuEtFVU
— UNINTERRUPTED (@uninterrupted) April 19, 2018
Dwyane Wade, on how the NBA is pained for Gregg Popovich after the loss of his wife. pic.twitter.com/U0Wmw16q7X
— Tim Reynolds (@ByTimReynolds) April 19, 2018
NBA Teams
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Erin Popovich. Coach Popovich and his family will be in our thoughts during this difficult time.
— Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) April 19, 2018
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Erin Popovich. We’d like to extend our deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to Gregg and the Popovich family.
— Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) April 19, 2018
The Chicago Bulls are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Erin Popovich. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Gregg and the entire Popovich family.
— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) April 19, 2018
Statement from the Houston Rockets and Fertitta family: pic.twitter.com/P1AVqJG9O5
— Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) April 19, 2018
The entire L.A. Clippers organization joins the NBA in mourning the loss of Erin Popovich. We extend our deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to Gregg and the Popovich family.
— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) April 19, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with Pop, his family, and the entire Spurs organization.
We know the wonderful impact that Erin Popovich had on so many.
— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) April 19, 2018
The Grizzlies family is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Erin Popovich. Coach Popovich, his loved ones & the @spurs organization will be in our thoughts during this difficult time.
— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) April 19, 2018
On behalf of Gayle Benson, the coaches, players and the entire Pelicans organization, we are saddened by the passing of Erin Popovich. We send our deepest condolences to the Popovich family and Spurs organization during this difficult time
— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) April 19, 2018
The Timberwolves family sends our deepest condolences to @Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich and his family during this difficult time.
— Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) April 19, 2018
The Brooklyn Nets join the NBA family in mourning the loss of Erin Popovich. We extend our deepest condolences to the Popovich family and the entire Spurs organization during this difficult time.
— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) April 19, 2018
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Erin Popovich. We send our heartfelt condolences, thoughts, and prayers to Gregg Popovich, his family and the Spurs during this difficult time.
— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) April 19, 2018
Our thoughts are with the San Antonio Spurs, Coach Popovich and family and loved ones.
— Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) April 19, 2018
The Trail Blazers send their condolences to the Popovich family and the Spurs organization. Your NBA family supports you.
— Trail Blazers (@trailblazers) April 19, 2018
Twitter Reaction
Just sick over the news about Erin Popovich. Pop went out of his way to make sure our family knew we had his support when my father passed…
…I hope the Popovich family are also able to find strength in all of the love this community has to give.
— Kacy Sager (@THESagerbomb) April 19, 2018
Cookie and I send our thoughts and prayers to Coach Gregg Popovich and his family on their loss of his wife Erin. May she rest in peace.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) April 19, 2018
I was shocked and saddened to hear on @NBAonTNT of the passing of #ErinPopovich wife of @spurs head coach Gregg Popovich, died today. They were married four decades. My heart goes out to him & his family. @NBA
— TheBillRussell (@RealBillRussell) April 19, 2018
Knowing Pop, it’s fair to assume Erin Popovich was an absolute legend. My deepest sympathies to Pop and his daughters.
— Steve Nash (@SteveNash) April 19, 2018
I can’t imagine what Coach Popovich is going through, but I am lifting up prayers you and your family. pic.twitter.com/PMezvqWlcL
— Stephen Curry (@StephenCurry30) April 19, 2018
Was extremely saddened last night to learn about the passing of Erin Popovich. All my thoughts and prayers are with Coach Pop, his family, and the entire Spurs family. Rest In peace.
— Draymond Green (@Money23Green) April 19, 2018
Praying for Coach Pop and his family!
— Isaiah Thomas (@isaiahthomas) April 19, 2018
My condolences and prayers to Pop’s family! Rest In Peace Erin.
— Tiago Splitter (@tiagosplitter) April 19, 2018
My condolences and prayers to the Popovich family R.I.P Erin pic.twitter.com/Nnq1TJ17jZ
— Cory Joseph (@Cory_Joe) April 19, 2018
Real love for u Pop. Sending my prayers and love to u and the family. You’ve held up so many for… https://t.co/HdkG3dgZAt
— IG: _Stak5_ (@DaTrillStak5) April 19, 2018
— Jared Dudley (@JaredDudley619) April 19, 2018
R.I.P. https://t.co/xJSnnTOyuL
— Goran Dragić (@Goran_Dragic) April 19, 2018
Praying for coach Pop and his family right now #RIPMRSPOPOVICH
— Anthony Morrow (@MrAnthonyMorrow) April 19, 2018
Prayers up for Pop and his family right now
— Harrison Barnes (@hbarnes) April 19, 2018
We’re all with you coach pop.
— Aaron Gordon (@Double0AG) April 19, 2018
Ughhh. RIP Erin Popovich. Condolences to Pop and his family…40 years of marriage. It’s bigger than basketball. The NBA family mourning this loss
— Jeremy Lin (@JLin7) April 19, 2018
My family and I want to send our condolences to the Popovich family. I cannot imagine what they’re feeling but I know they have a battle tested man to lead the way. #NBAFamily pic.twitter.com/WRAs4Y2hvK
— Baze (@24Bazemore) April 19, 2018
Obviously there are plenty more reactions out there, and it is impossible to capture them all. Feel free to share more reactions and well wishes, including your own, in the comments below.
Source: Pounding The Rock
