Popovich, Spurs agree to a 5-year contract

The longtime San Antonio fixture, and the winningest NBA coach in history, will be patrolling the sidelines for the foreseeable future. SAN ANTONIO — Coach Pop won’t be hanging up his clipboard anytime soon. The San Antonio Spurs on Saturday announced that Gregg Popovich, the winningest coach in NBA history, has signed a five-year contract.  … Read more

Here’s who the Spurs will play in the NBA’s new In-Season Tournament

“We are excited to introduce the NBA In-Season Tournament as an opportunity to further enhance and innovate around our season structure,” said NBA’s Joe Dumars. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs will be one of many teams looking to make NBA history and capture the league’s first In-Season Tournament title. The NBA is introducing … Read more

Peter Nero, a Grammy-winning pianist and ex-conductor of the Philly Pops, dies at 89

PHILADELPHIA – Peter Nero, a Grammy-winning pianist who interpreted pop songs through classical and jazz forms and served as the Philly Pops’ conductor for more than three decades, has died. Nero was 89. Nero died Thursday at Home Care Assisted Living Facility in Eustis, Fla., according to his daughter, Beverly Nero, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported. … Read more