NBA world, Bucks fans sound off on Doc Rivers resigning as coach
The NBA world reacted to the news that Doc Rivers stepped down as the Milwaukee Bucks coach on April 13. Here's a glimpse into the reactions.
The Milwaukee Bucks ' game on Sunday, April 12 wasn't just the last in their miserable season , it was Doc Rivers' last game as their coach. Rivers has stepped down after two-plus years , ending a tenure marked by disappointment, frustration and losing the franchise hasn't seen in a decade. The 2026 Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer replaced Adrian Griffin midway through the 2023-24 season while the Bucks were 30-13.
But Rivers, who said when introduced as the team's coach that he wouldn't wish the job on anyone , couldn't elevate the team back to championship contenders. The team, which just three years ago had the NBA's best record with Mike Budenholzer in charge, lost in the first round of the playoffs in 2024 and 2025 under Rivers and, after finishing 32-50 in 2026, the Bucks are sitting home from the postseason for the first time in 10 years . That's largely why Bucks fans aren't mourning Rivers' exit and will welcome a fresh start .
Here's a glimpse of some of the reactions to the announcement of Rivers resigning: Doc Rivers resigns as Bucks coach: Social media reactions Doc Rivers in Milwaukee: 97-103, two first-round flameouts, and turning an 80% playoff lock into a tank job. Bro's the only coach who can make a superteam look like a participation trophy squad. Bucks really traded Griffin for this midseason funeral.
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