Career Timeline of Mitch Johnson: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 22, 2026

Discover the career path of Mitch Johnson, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Mitchell Chase Johnson is an American professional basketball coach currently serving as the head coach for the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA. He took over from Gregg Popovich after 29 seasons. Before becoming head coach, he was the interim head coach and assistant coach for the Spurs. He also has experience as an assistant coach for the Austin Spurs (2016-2019). Prior to his coaching career, Johnson played college basketball at Stanford University.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

November 19, 2005: College Debut Against UC Irvine

On November 19, 2005, Mitchell Johnson made his college debut against UC Irvine, playing 19 minutes as a bench player.

December 31, 2005: First College Start Against USC

On December 31, 2005, Johnson had his first college start against USC, scoring six points in 23 minutes of action.

December 19, 2006: Season-High 10 Assists Against Fresno State

On December 19, 2006, Johnson recorded a season-high 10 assists against Fresno State.

February 15, 2007: 8 Rebounds Against Oregon State

On February 15, 2007, Johnson recorded 8 rebounds against Oregon State.

November 10, 2007: 14 Points Against Northwestern State

On November 10, 2007, Johnson scored 14 points against Northwestern State.

January 3, 2008: 10 Points and Five Field Goals Against UCLA

On January 3, 2008, Johnson scored 10 points and five field goals against UCLA in 38 minutes of action.

November 14, 2008: 11 Points and Six Assists Against Yale

On November 14, 2008, Johnson recorded 11 points and six assists, winning against Yale.

January 8, 2009: 10 Points Against Washington

On January 8, 2009, Johnson contributed 10 points against Washington.

November 1, 2009: Joined the Tulsa 66ers

On November 1, 2009, Johnson joined the Tulsa 66ers.

December 16, 2009: Waived by the 66ers

On December 16, 2009, Johnson was waived by the Tulsa 66ers.

September 20, 2019: Hired as Assistant Coach for the San Antonio Spurs

On September 20, 2019, the San Antonio Spurs hired Johnson to be an assistant coach for head coach Gregg Popovich.

November 12, 2020: Promoted to Full-Time Assistant Coach for the Spurs

On November 12, 2020, Johnson was promoted by the Spurs to be a full-time assistant coach, replacing Tim Duncan.

May 15, 2021: Interim Head Coach in Loss Against Phoenix Suns

On May 15, 2021, Johnson was the interim head coach in a 140–103 loss against the Phoenix Suns.

March 2, 2023: Interim Head Coach in Win Against Indiana Pacers

On March 2, 2023, Johnson was the interim head coach again in a 110–99 win against the Indiana Pacers.

November 2, 2024: Interim Head Coach Due to Popovich's Health Issue

On November 2, 2024, Johnson became the Spurs interim head coach when Popovich was sidelined indefinitely due to a health issue and Johnson coached against the Minnesota Timberwolves, winning 113–103.