San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich intends to return to coaching, he said Monday in his first public comments since suffering a stroke in early November.

Popovich, the NBA’s career coaching wins leader, released a statement through the Spurs expressing gratitude for the support he has received in recent weeks. He had what the Spurs said was a mild stroke about 2 1/2 hours prior to the team’s home game against Minnesota on Nov. 2.

There is no timetable for his return to coaching, though the Spurs have said doctors expect Popovich to make a full recovery.

“This has certainly been an unexpected six weeks for my family and me,” Popovich said. “As we work together on my recovery, I want to take a moment to share that the outpouring of support we’ve received during this time has been truly overwhelming in the best possible way.

“While I wish I could get back to each one of you, for now, let me say that my family and I are forever grateful. We’re thankful for our wonderful community, the entire Spurs organization, and our family and friends.”

The 75-year-old Popovich has led the Spurs to five championships and guided the United States to a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. He is in his 29th season as coach of the Spurs.

It has not been revealed what lingering effects of the stroke Popovich is dealing with, and how much longer his rehabilitation process may take. Longtime Spurs assistant Mitch Johnson has served as acting coach in Popovich’s absence.

CAVALIERS 130, NETS 101: Evan Mobley scored 21 points and Cleveland rolled to a win at Brooklyn.

Donovan Mitchell had 18 points and five assists, and Georges Niang had 17 points and nine rebounds for Cleveland (23-4).

Cameron Johnson had 22 points and five assists for the Nets (10-16), who lost their third straight.

76ERS 121, HORNETS 108: Tyrese Maxey scored 40 points and Paul George added 33 points as Philadelphia spoiled LaMelo Ball’s return to the floor with a win at Charlotte.

Maxey and George were a combined 12 for 21 on 3-pointers.

Andre Drummond, starting in place of the injured Joel Embiid, chipped in with 15 rebounds for the 76ers (8-16).

Miles Bridges had 24 points to lead the Hornets.

Ball returned to action after missing the last seven games with a strained calf, finishing with 15 points and 11 assists in nearly 26 minutes.

PISTONS 125, HEAT 124 (OT): Tim Hardaway Jr. hit three 3-pointers in overtime to help host Detroit end Miami’s four-game winning streak.

Cade Cunningham had 20 points, a career-high 18 assists and 11 rebounds for the Pistons. Jimmy Butler had 35 points, 19 rebounds and 10 assists for Miami.

Malik Beasley led the Pistons with 28 points and went 7 of 13 on 3-pointers.

BULLS 122, RAPTORS 121: Nikola Vucevic scored 24 points and Chicago edged host Toronto.

RJ Barrett scored 32 points and Gradey Dick had 27, but the Raptors lost their fifth straight.