Overview
- Rivers announced his decision on The Bill Simmons Podcast, saying he is done coaching and wants more time with his grandchildren.
- He said injuries hurt Milwaukee’s season and admitted he was too lax on accountability for reasons he would not discuss.
- The Bucks finished 32-50, their worst mark since a 15-win 2013-14, which snapped a nine-year playoff streak.
- With one year left on his deal, Rivers exits as the team weighs its next coach and faces fresh questions about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s status during his injury recovery.
- The 2008 title-winning coach was voted into the Hall of Fame in March and leaves with a 1,194-866 record, while noting he could be open to a front-office role.