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Ex-Bucks Player Pins Giannis' Frustration on Doc Rivers Hiring

Ex-Bucks Player Pins Giannis' Frustration on Doc Rivers Hiring

Summary

The Milwaukee Bucks are considering a major team change after Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly expressed interest in leaving. Jae Crowder, a former Bucks player, criticized the team's hiring of Doc Rivers, blaming it for the team's recent struggles. The Bucks are currently not performing well and may use the upcoming trade deadline to reset and plan for the future.

Key Facts

  • Giannis Antetokounmpo has shown interest in leaving the Milwaukee Bucks.
  • Former player Jae Crowder blamed the hiring of Doc Rivers for the team's problems.
  • The Bucks replaced coach Adrian Griffin with Doc Rivers.
  • Under Griffin, the Bucks had a strong 30-13 record early in the 2023-2024 season.
  • With Rivers as coach, the Bucks' current record is 18-27.
  • The team has made the playoffs in the last two seasons but did not advance past the first round.
  • The trade deadline is seen as a chance for the Bucks to start rebuilding.
  • The Bucks' future plans regarding Giannis and others on the team remain uncertain.

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