Former Spurs Player Considering a Return to San Antonio?
Thanks largely to Gregg Popovich, the San Antonio Spurs have cultivated a strong sense of community within the NBA.
Many former players, such as Sean Elliott, David Robinson, Manu Ginobili, Tony Parker, Tim Duncan, and others, maintain close ties to the organization, either in official roles or as unofficial supporters.
Numerous ex-players, hailing from various parts of the world, have chosen to settle in San Antonio after their playing days are over, preferring the Alamo City over popular retirement spots like California.
Danny Green, a former guard for the Spurs, could be the next to return. Though the 37-year-old sharpshooter hasn’t officially retired, he hasn’t played since early last season and is currently a free agent.
Green, who won three championships—including his first with the Spurs in 2014—was a key figure in the latter years of the team’s dynasty.
Over his eight seasons with the Spurs, Green averaged 9.1 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game, while shooting 39.6 percent from beyond the arc. He earned a spot on the All-Defensive Second Team during the 2016-17 season.
Recently, Green took to Twitter (now X) to express his fondness for the city of San Antonio. Each time he returned to the AT&T Center as a visiting player, he was met with applause from the fans.
Always love in SA…miss the city
— Danny Green (@DGreen_14) August 26, 2024
As his playing career nears its end, Green might be eyeing a position on Popovich’s coaching staff—a group that has previously included former Spurs players like Duncan, Ginobili, and Becky Hammon.
Green, once one of the NBA’s top three-and-D players during his time in Texas, could be a valuable addition as the Spurs work on developing rookies Stephon Castle and Harrison Ingram.
Although Green might still desire one last opportunity to play, it could be time for him to consider transitioning to a new career.
With Bill Land’s recent retirement, Green, who has experience working with ESPN, might find a role on the coaching staff or in the broadcast booth.
