Spurs' Becky Hammon becomes first woman to direct NBA team
by Associated Press from US news | The Guardian on (#5C8EE)
- Hammon takes over on sideline after Popovich's ejection
- Former WNBA standout joined Popovich's staff in 2014
- Spurs lose 121-107 to Lakers as LeBron James scores 26
Becky Hammon would have preferred a victory over history after becoming the first woman to coach an NBA team.
The assistant coach took over the San Antonio Spurs in the second quarter after coach Gregg Popovich was ejected in a 121-107 loss to LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night.
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