NBA coach Doc Rivers has sparked speculation about his future in basketball after suggesting he may be done coaching, following his departure as head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks.
In a recent comment on Bill Simmons' podcast, Rivers reflected on his time as a coach and hinted that his time on the sidelines could be over.
“I think it was time,” Rivers said when asked whether he believes he is finished coaching.
The 62-year-old’s comments come shortly after he stepped down from his role with the Bucks, following a challenging stint in which expectations were high, but results fell short.
Rivers’ departure from Milwaukee followed a challenging stint in which expectations were high, but results fell short.
Speaking candidly, Rivers suggested that stepping away may be the right move at this stage of his career.
Rivers has amassed over 1,000 career wins, holding a 1,194–866 record and ranking among the top six winningest coaches in NBA history.
Although his two or more lackluster seasons with Milwaukee aren't the ideal way to end it, his NBA legacy is assured.
In honor of his coaching career, Rivers will be admitted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in August.
