Okay, so I’ve been digging into this whole Doc Rivers and the Bucks thing, and let me tell you, it’s been a ride.
First off, I started by just trying to get the basic facts straight. I knew Doc Rivers took over from Adrian Griffin, but I wanted to know exactly what their records were. It’s kinda wild, right? Griffin was let go after 43 games, and his record was something like 30 wins and 13 losses. That’s pretty good if you ask me!
Then I looked into Doc’s record. Man, that’s where things got interesting. Initially, I saw that he had a record of 22-29 with the Bucks, but then I saw it was actually 19-22 after this season. He finished the regular season with 19 wins and 20 losses and 2-4 in the playoffs. They didn’t even make it past the first round! That’s rough, especially when you consider he’s supposed to be this experienced coach.
So, after getting those numbers down, I started wondering if Doc might get fired. I mean, with that kind of performance, it’s a fair question. I found this article that basically said no way, he’s not going anywhere. They’re probably sticking with him for now, even though the start of the season was awful. It’s interesting how teams make these decisions, you know?
Here’s what I did next: I wanted to understand why they would keep him on. It seems like Doc has a history of working well with star point guards. Maybe that’s what the Bucks are hoping for? It’s like they’re betting on his experience to turn things around, even though the results haven’t been great so far.
I also thought about the timing of all this. The new NBA season is coming up. Teams are making changes, figuring out their strategies. It’s a crucial time, and the Bucks are sticking with Doc. It made me wonder what their game plan is. Are they hoping he can pull off some magic with the current roster? Or are they planning to make some big moves before the season starts?
My conclusion:
- Doc Rivers’ Record: Not great. 19-20 in the regular season, and 2-4 in the playoffs, which resulted in a first-round exit.
- Adrian Griffin’s Record: Better in comparison. He was 30-13 before he was fired.
- Will Doc Get Fired?: Seems unlikely for now. The team is probably banking on his experience and track record with star players.
- New Season Strategy: That’s the big question. What are the Bucks planning to do to improve? Are they going to rely on Doc to work his magic, or are there other changes in the works?
Honestly, it’s a bit of a head-scratcher. The Bucks are in a tough spot, and it’ll be interesting to see how they navigate this. I’ll definitely be keeping an eye on them as the new season approaches. It’s situations like these that make following the NBA so fascinating. There are always so many factors at play, and sometimes the decisions teams make are just mind-boggling!