Doc Rivers Says Sixers Are 'Loaded' With Talent As He Is Officially Introduced As Head Coach
Sixers fans heard from the team's new head coach Doc Rivers today.
www.cbsnews.comDoc Rivers appears to have recently stepped away from the Milwaukee Bucks coaching role, with reports indicating he is no longer their head coach as of April 2026. He’s been mentioned in various outlets as evaluating his future, including possible retirement from coaching.[8][9]
Key recent developments
- Bucks coaching change: Rivers was hired to replace Adrian Griffin after a 2023-24 season, but reports in April 2026 indicate he parted ways following a 32-50 campaign and are weighing next steps.[4][8]
- Possible retirement discussions: Interviews and media coverage suggest Rivers has signaled that his coaching career could be ending, though at times he has been coy about a definite decision.[7][9]
- Historical context: Rivers has coached multiple NBA teams over a long career, including championship success with the Celtics in 2008, and this latest phase with Milwaukee marks the latter chapters of a storied coaching journey.[2][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest headlines from a few more outlets or summarize the implications for the Bucks and potential coaching vacancies around the league. I can also track whether Rivers makes an official retirement announcement and what that means for teams considering veteran coaches.