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See Gregg Popovich's touching interview with Craig Sager's son

Last week, shortly before the NBA playoffs began, Craig Sager announced that he was battling leukemia. On Sunday, his son filled in for him on the TNT broadcast and had a touching interview with Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, usually known for his short interviews with Sager. Popovich took time out from the interview to send a heartfelt message to the veteran sideline reporter:

“I got to tell you you did a great job but I’d rather have your father standing out here,” the Spurs coach told Craig Sager Jr.

He then turned to speak into the camera: “Craig we miss ya, you’ve been an important part of all this for a long time, doing a great job. We want your fanny back on the court and I promise I’ll be nice.”

The TNT crew also paid tribute to Sager on Sunday.

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