It’s no secret that the Milwaukee Bucks had a horrendous run this season, especially their early exit at the hands of the Indiana Pacers. For this reason, head coach Doc Rivers revealed the extent of his work to prepare the team for the 2024-25 season.

Milwaukee Bucks, Doc Rivers

Apr 30, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers talks with guard Pat Connaughton (24) during the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

During the previous offseason, Milwaukee’s front office decided to blow up the league by trading for All-Star guard Damian Lillard. In exchange, they sent out a package consisting of Jrue Holiday, Grayson Allen, and a collection of draft picks in a three-team deal involving the Portland Trail Blazers and Phoenix Suns.

Milwaukee Bucks, Doc RiversFeb 6, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers talks with forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during the third quarter of the game against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
As the season went on, the Bucks were just behind the top-seeded Boston Celtics in the standings in second place. They also boasted a top two offense but languished in the bottom half of the league when it came to defense. But even if the team was performing well, Adrian Griffin was still let go before the All-Star Weekend.

This resulted in Milwaukee hiring Doc Rivers to coach the team. However, by the end of the regular season, his record ended with 17 wins and 19 losses. This is in stark contrast to Griffin who had a 30-13 record with the team. Add their disappointing playoff run this year, and there’s bound to be a lot of changes for the Bucks before the offseason is over.

Doc Rivers’ Milwaukee Bucks Preparation Plan for 2024-25 Season

Milwaukee Bucks, Doc RiversFeb 9, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers yells out instructions against the Charlotte Hornets in the first half at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-USA TODAY Sports
After downsizing the Bucks’ coaching staff, Rivers still has a lot of work to do in the coming months. The one-time Coach of the Year revealed his thoughts in an article written by Ben Steele for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

““This summer is a very important summer for us. I have a lot of work to do,” Rivers said. “I’m going to take a break at some point, but not right away. Right now, I have some work to do that I have to get things right to make sure we’re ready for next year,” Steele said.

Due to Rivers assuming the post halfway through the season, there were a lot of hurdles that the team never overcame. Add several injuries to key players in the roster, like Antetokounmpo and Lillard, and there was little chance to the Bucks to succeed in the playoffs.
Milwaukee Bucks, Doc RiversMar 14, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
With a full offseason ahead, there’s hope Rivers can change the narrative in Milwaukee. If he does, expect the Bucks to dominate when the upcoming season begins.
Milwaukee Bucks, Doc RiversMar 24, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

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