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Doc Rivers Set to Lead Milwaukee Bucks After Turmoil: A Wacky Turn of Events

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Doc Rivers agrees to deal to become the Milwaukee Bucks' head coach after a series of surprising twists and team shake-ups.

In a whirlwind of NBA drama, Doc Rivers has accepted the offer to coach the Milwaukee Bucks, stepping in after the abrupt firing of Adrian Griffin. The Bucks shocked the basketball world by dismissing Griffin amid their impressive 30-13 start this season. Rivers, a seasoned NBA coach, replaces Griffin, who was let go after just a short stint as the head coach. Despite some initial confusion and debunked reports, Rivers' move to the Bucks is now solidified, adding an unexpected twist to the ongoing NBA season.

The sudden hiring of Rivers by the Bucks, less than a day after parting ways with Griffin, has sparked debates in sports circles. Critics question the Bucks' decision to pivot to Rivers, known for his extensive coaching career, but with mixed success. The unexpected turn of events continues to raise eyebrows, with onlookers speculating on the impact of Rivers' presence on the team's championship aspirations.

Interestingly, Rivers' swift transition from ESPN commentator to Bucks' head coach has garnered attention, with the media playfully commenting on his shift from the broadcasting booth back to the court. Despite the lighthearted banter, Rivers' role in leading the Bucks has brought a renewed buzz to the NBA scene, setting the stage for an intriguing season ahead.

In a quirky move that showcases the unpredictable nature of the sports world, Doc Rivers steps into the coaching spotlight once again, bringing his wealth of experience and coaching legacy to the Milwaukee Bucks. As the team navigates through changes and expectations, all eyes are on Rivers and the Bucks' journey towards potential success.

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Doc Rivers reportedly agrees to deal to become Milwaukee Bucks ... (The Guardian)

Doc Rivers has accepted an offer to become the head coach of the Bucks after their firing of Adrian Griffin, according to multiple sources.

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Bucks hire Doc Rivers as head coach with hopes that he can lead ... (Yahoo Sports)

Milwaukee stunned the NBA by dismissing Griffin Tuesday amid the 30-13 start. Griffin took over this season for the fired Mike Budenholzer, who was fired last ...

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Milwaukee Bucks to hire Doc Rivers as coach, replacing the fired ... (USA TODAY)

The Milwaukee Bucks hired veteran NBA head coach Doc Rivers to replace first-time head coach Adrian Griffin, who the Bucks fired Tuesday.

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Insider debunks early reports about Bucks hiring Doc Rivers (Sports Illustrated)

Bleacher Report's Chris Haynes says Milwaukee Bucks and Doc Rivers continue to work towards a deal.

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Was Doc Rivers Actually Hired By Milwaukee Bucks? Here's What ... (Forbes)

Whether or not former Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers has found a new home with the Milwaukee Bucks basketball team remains unclear ...

Bucks fire Adrian Griffin, reportedly replace him with Doc Rivers (CGTN)

The Milwaukee Bucks have fired head coach Adrian Griffin, the team announced on Tuesday. According to CNN, former Philadelphia 76ers' boss Doc Rivers has ...

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Milwaukee Bucks hiring Doc Rivers as head coach after firing Adrian ... (CBS News)

Less than 24 hours after firing Adrian Griffin, the Milwaukee Bucks have hired Doc Rivers to be the team's new head coach.

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Why hiring Doc Rivers is a mistake for the championship-minded ... (CBSSports.com)

On the heels of firing Adrian Griffin a mere 43 games into his head-coaching career, the Bucks turned to perhaps the one viable name least likely to meet the ...

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CNN Stuns Sports World With Unbylined NBA Scoop About Doc ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Watch out “Woj” and “Shams,” there's a new NBA scoop machine: “CNN Sports.” The biggest NBA move of the week broke on TNT's Inside the NBA Tuesday night, with ...

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Bucks hire Doc Rivers, building the Team USA roster & NBA viewing ... (Yahoo Sports)

Yahoo Sports senior NBA reporter Vincent Goodwill talks about why the Milwaukee Bucks fired first-year head coach Adrian Griffin and if Doc Rivers makes ...

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Report: Doc Rivers 'finalizing talks' to become head coach of the ... (WDJT)

ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski is reporting that the team is close to finalizing a deal with NBA coach Doc Rivers. Doc Rivers has a 24-year coaching career ...

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Reports: Doc Rivers to replace Adrian Griffin as Milwaukee Bucks ... (Arizona Sports)

Doc Rivers is finalizing a deal to take over as the Milwaukee Bucks coach a day after the firing of Adrian Griffin, per The Associated Press.

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Doc Rivers agrees to deal to be Bucks' coach, sources say - ESPN (ESPN)

The Bucks have reached an agreement in principle to make Doc Rivers their next head coach just one day after firing Adrian Griffin, sources told ESPN.

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Does Doc Rivers landing in Milwaukee help or hurt the Sixers? (Liberty Ballers)

The Milwaukee Bucks have hired former Magic, Celtics, Clippers, Sixers head coach Doc Rivers. Will that help Giannis Antetokounmpo win his second NBA ...

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Report: Doc Rivers finalizing deal to coach Bucks (Reuters)

Doc Rivers has reached an agreement to become head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, ESPN reported Wednesday.

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Doc Rivers set to become head coach of Milwaukee Bucks: Here's ... (USA TODAY)

Doc Rivers' break from coaching didn't last long. He will become the Bucks' next head coach, marking the fifth franchise he has coached.

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Doc Rivers agrees to deal to be Bucks' coach, sources say - ESPN (ESPN)

The Bucks have reached an agreement in principle to make Doc Rivers their next head coach just one day after firing Adrian Griffin, sources told ESPN.

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Doc Rivers poised to coach Milwaukee Bucks - report (The Straits Times)

He is currently working as an ESPN NBA commentator, a job he took on after he was fired by the Philadelphia 76ers. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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ESPN's Mike Breen playfully pokes Doc Rivers after exit for Bucks ... (Yahoo Sports)

"Our dear friend has decided that life as an NBA broadcaster is way too stressful so he's decided to opt for a less stressful job, an NBA head coach on a team ...

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