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Doc Rivers 'absolutely retired' from coaching, accepts TV role

Doc Rivers 'absolutely retired' from coaching, accepts TV role

Doc Rivers said he's not interested in working the sideline as an NBA coach anymore. Rivers, who has more than 40 years of experience in the NBA as a player and coach, instead will work as an analyst for NBC Sports during the 2026-27 NBA season.

Jalen Duren News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 22
Bucks should explore the Jalen Duren possibility

Bucks should explore the Jalen Duren possibility

The Milwaukee Bucks are among the teams with reported interest in adding Detroit Pistons big man Jalen Duren , either via sign-and-trade in the near term or free agency next summer.

Doc Rivers News / Hoops Rumors / September 21
Doc Rivers Joins NBC As Analyst, Says He’s Done Coaching

Doc Rivers Joins NBC As Analyst, Says He’s Done Coaching

Shortly after splitting with the Bucks at the end of the 2025/26 season, Doc Rivers said on Bill Simmons’ podcast that he’d be “surprised” if he coaches another game.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 21
Jalen Duren market gets new twist as surprise team emerges

Jalen Duren market gets new twist as surprise team emerges to challenge Kings

The Jalen Duren situation in Detroit has turned messy, and with training camp set to begin soon, that front remains without a clear path to a resolution.

Report: Pistons included a weight clause in their offer to Jalen Duren
Ausar Thompson could turn a reasonable Pistons deal into a bad contract
Heat luck out as failed Kawhi Leonard trade unlocked Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster
Clippers veteran Nicolas Batum announces his retirement
The 'Active 20-REB NBA game leaders' quiz
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The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 3's-per-game in NBA history' quiz
The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz
The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz
NBA News / EssentiallySports / September 21
Doc Rivers Makes NBA History With Son Austin as HOF Coach Lands Job He Rejected 30 Years Ago

Doc Rivers Makes NBA History With Son Austin as HOF Coach Lands Job He Rejected 30 Years Ago

Doc Rivers is trading in his whistle for a headset. Fresh off his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame this summer, the championship-winning head coach just got a job at his son’s workplace.

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Doc Rivers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 21
Doc Rivers lands a notable new job after his coaching exit

Doc Rivers lands a notable new job after his coaching exit

Doc Rivers is headed back into the booth. The former NBA Coach of the Year Rivers is officially joining NBC Sports. The network announced on Monday that Rivers will be serving as a game analyst for them.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 21
How the Bucks compare to past teams with two rookie lottery picks

How the Bucks compare to past teams with two rookie lottery picks

The NBA Draft can make or break a team's future. Every year, a franchise that holds a top pick in the draft hopes they made the correct choice and found a centerpiece for their organization.

Doc Rivers News / Hoops Wire / September 21
Doc Rivers retires from coaching, joins NBC as NBA analyst

Doc Rivers retires from coaching, joins NBC as NBA analyst

Doc Rivers is returning to television. This time, he says no coaching job will pull him away. NBC announced Monday that Rivers has joined its NBA coverage as an analyst for the 2026-27 season.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 21
How the Milwaukee Bucks can surprise like past NBA underdogs

How the Milwaukee Bucks can surprise like past NBA underdogs

Nothing ever goes as planned, especially in sports. If people and analysts knew everything before it happened, then the regular season wouldn't be worth playing.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Hoops Wire / September 21
NBA Preview: Bucks begin uncertain life after Giannis Antetokounmpo

NBA Preview: Bucks begin uncertain life after Giannis Antetokounmpo

For 13 years, the Bucks knew exactly who they were. They were Giannis Antetokounmpo’s team. Everything else followed from there. That era officially ended in June, when Milwaukee traded the two-time MVP to the Heat for a package headlined by Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis and draft picks.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 19
Kel'el Ware Develops with Wembanyama & Olajuwon after Giannis Trade

Kel'el Ware Develops with Wembanyama & Olajuwon after Giannis Trade

Big men as skilled at the game of basketball as Kel'el Ware don't exactly appear out of nowhere often, but here he finds himself in Milwaukee in the wake of the era-upending deal for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 19
Milwaukee Bucks legend sends message to fans follow Giannis Antetokounmpo's trade

Milwaukee Bucks legend sends message to fans follow Giannis Antetokounmpo's trade

Marques Johnson, one of the best players in Milwaukee Bucks history and an elder statesman of the community, isn’t holding a grudge. He said on Gil’s Arena, the podcast of former NBA baller, Gilbert Arenas, that he had “got into it” with fans online who don’t want Giannis Antetokounmpo to succeed in Miami.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 19
Green reacts to Gallinari's Leonard comments — and misses the point

Draymond Green reacts to Danilo Gallinari's Kawhi Leonard comments — and misses the point

Well, talk about being disingenuous, huh.

Surprising update emerges about Kawhi Leonard’s future
Stephen Curry shares thoughts on Clippers saga and punishment
Kawhi Leonard's future with Raptors gets $126 million update
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The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz
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The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz
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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
 The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz
 The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz
Jaime Jaquez News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 19
Will the Bucks Give Jaime Jaquez Jr. a Contract Extension?

Will the Bucks Give Jaime Jaquez Jr. a Contract Extension?

The Milwaukee Bucks are building something very different now, after losing Giannis to the Miami Heat. They need to figure out which young players will actually be part of their long-term future.

Milwaukee Bucks News / The Lead / September 19
Milwaukee Needs to Turn Its Guard Logjam Into Future Assets

Milwaukee Needs to Turn Its Guard Logjam Into Future Assets

It’s getting down to the wire of the NBA offseason, and last-minute moves are being made. The Milwaukee Bucks currently have 17 players on the roster with a 15-man limit.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 19
Five numbers the Milwaukee Bucks should consider retiring

Five numbers the Milwaukee Bucks should consider retiring

Learning the history of an NBA franchise is paramount to understanding just how important a current moment is. It wasn't lost on most longtime Milwaukee Bucks fans how special the team's 2021 championship was: it had been a full 50 years since the last time the Bucks, or any high level pro team in Milwaukee, won it all.

Myles Turner News / EssentiallySports / September 17
'It’s an Honour': Myles Turner Lands Prestigious New Title, Joins Elite Group of Jaylen Brown, Fred VanVleet & More 

'It’s an Honour': Myles Turner Lands Prestigious New Title, Joins Elite Group of Jaylen Brown, Fred VanVleet & More 

When Myles Turner publicly criticized the Milwaukee Bucks’ locker room culture last season, his comments raised an uncomfortable question. Could calling out late arrivals, weak accountability, and the absence of fines cost him standing among his peers?

Danilo Gallinari News / Fadeaway World / September 10
Danilo Gallinari Includes John Stockton In His All-Time Starting Lineup And Reveals His GOAT

Danilo Gallinari Includes John Stockton In His All-Time Starting Lineup And Reveals His GOAT

During his playing days in the NBA, Danilo Gallinari was viewed as one of the most skilled forwards in the game. Although his career was marked by injuries, leading some to consider him one of the game’s biggest “what-ifs,” Gallinari’s 14-year tenure was impressive.

Tyler Herro News / HITC / September 10
Tyler Herro and his ex were reportedly separated ‘for over a year’ prior to custody dispute

Tyler Herro and his ex were reportedly separated ‘for over a year’ prior to custody dispute

Milwaukee Bucks player Tyler Herro and his former partner Katya had reportedly separated long before she decided to sue him. This summer has gone from bad to worse for Tyler Herro.

Danilo Gallinari News / Fadeaway World / September 9
Danilo Gallinari Explains Why He’s The Biggest 'What-If' In NBA History

Danilo Gallinari Explains Why He’s The Biggest 'What-If' In NBA History

When thinking about the biggest “what-ifs” in NBA history, most fans would start with guys like Derrick Rose, Greg Oden, or Bill Walton, who were decimated by injuries throughout their otherwise storied careers.

Tyler Herro News / HITC / September 9
Tyler Herro’s ex Katya sues Bucks star amid custody battle over ‘safety’ of their kids

Tyler Herro’s ex Katya sues Bucks star amid custody battle over ‘safety’ of their kids

Milwaukee Bucks star Tyler Herro has been sued by the mother of his children. This summer has been full of surprises for Tyler Herro, as he was unexpectedly sent to the Milwaukee Bucks in a trade package for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / September 4

Bucks Sign John Butler To Non-Guaranteed Deal

The Bucks have officially signed big man John Butler, the team announced today in a press release. According to Eric Nehm of The Athletic (Twitter link), it’s a non-guaranteed training camp contract.

Thanasis Antetokounmpo News / Hoops Wire / September 2
Thanasis Antetokounmpo heads to Greece, will team with another brother

Thanasis Antetokounmpo heads to Greece, will team with another brother

Thanasis Antetokounmpo won’t be following Giannis to Miami. Instead, he’s headed home, and he’ll still have an Antetokounmpo alongside him. Thanasis has signed a two-year contract with Aris BC in Greece, the team announced Tuesday.

Kyle Kuzma News / Yardbarker / August 27
Lakers could reunite with polarizing player after failed Jonathan Kuminga pursuit

Lakers could reunite with polarizing player after failed Jonathan Kuminga pursuit

After months of speculation and back-and-forth, the Los Angeles Lakers missed out on Jonathan Kuminga. Could they pivot to a familiar face?

Jonathan Kuminga made bold gamble that could haunt his career
Jonathan Kuminga finally getting realistic about his value leads to best-case scenario
Details emerge on the offer Jonathan Kuminga turned down from Lakers
The '3 3-pointer NBA playoff games' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13
NBA announces awkward homecoming game for Tyler Herro

NBA announces awkward homecoming game for Tyler Herro

The NBA released its schedule for the 2026-27 season Thursday, locking the dates for many players who changed teams this year to visit their old teams.

Bam Adebayo being underrated now that Heat have their superstar
Giannis Antetokounmpo makes a bold guarantee against East rivals
The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz

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