Spurs’ Buford says team works under the assumption of Popovich returning as head coach

Gregg Popovich has been linked to the Brooklyn Nets’ head coaching vacancy for the past few weeks and there hasn’t been an outright statement refuting the possibility he would consider leaving the San Antonio Spurs.

When asked about the future of Popovich by CNBC’s Jabari Young, R.C. Buford said the Spurs are “under the assumption” Popovich is returning.

“I don’t know if he’s told Brian (Wright) any differently,” Buford said. “Pop’s shown nothing other than how we’re going to build our team for next year.”