Doc Rivers Faces Uncertain Future After Milwaukee Bucks Departure
What's next for Doc Rivers? Explaining retirement rumors, coaching future of head coach after Bucks exit
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Doc Rivers has officially parted ways with the Milwaukee Bucks following a disappointing season, marking his first missed playoff berth since 2018. At 64, Rivers hints at retirement, reflecting on family commitments and a challenging coaching tenure. His future in the NBA remains uncertain as the Bucks look to rebuild.
- 01Doc Rivers has been let go by the Milwaukee Bucks after a disappointing season.
- 02This marks Rivers' first missed playoff berth since 2018.
- 03Rivers has hinted at retirement, expressing a desire to spend more time with his grandchildren.
- 04He holds a significant coaching record, ranking sixth all-time in wins.
- 05Rivers' departure raises questions about his future in the NBA.
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Doc Rivers' coaching tenure with the Milwaukee Bucks has come to an end after a disappointing season, where the team failed to secure a playoff spot. The Bucks, who finished with a 32-win season, decided to part ways with Rivers, marking his first missed playoff berth since 2018. Rivers, who is 64 years old, has hinted at retirement, expressing a desire to spend more time with his seven grandchildren. His coaching career spans 27 seasons, and he ranks sixth all-time in wins with a total of 1,193 victories. Rivers' time in Milwaukee was his only stint with a losing record, and he was recently announced as a member of the 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame class. The Bucks are now at a crossroads, needing to make significant changes to retain star player Giannis Antetokounmpo or potentially rebuild the team entirely.
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The Bucks' decision to part ways with Rivers may lead to a complete overhaul of the team, affecting player dynamics and future strategies.
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