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The Milwaukee Bucks were eliminated from the playoffs on Tuesday. In Game 5 against the Indiana Pacers, the Bucks tried to force a Game 6. However, they didn't have enough firepower, resulting in a 119-118 overtime loss to end their season.
All-Star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo did everything he could to try to save Milwaukee. He had an all-around game of 30 points, 20 rebounds and 13 assists. Defensively, Antetokounmpo was active with his two steals and two blocks.
Ultimately, the Pacers' high-octane offense prevailed and was the biggest reason for the Bucks' collapse. Because of the loss, fans have called on Milwaukee to dismiss head coach Doc Rivers.
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker defends during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
"If Doc Rivers is not fired by tonight, the Bucks are the most unserious org in sports," a fan commented.
"Doc Rivers needs to be fired IMMEDIATELY," another fan demanded.
"I hope they’ll FINALLY fire DOC RIVERS," a comment read.
"Fire Doc Rivers Now. Inexcusable Milwaukee loss," a fan on X said.
"Fire Doc Rivers asap. Don't even let him ride back with the team," a fan posted.
"Doc Rivers should be fired," another fan said.
According to a post from ESPN's Shams Charania in January 2024, the head coach is still under contract with the Bucks. Rivers signed a $40 million contract to lead the Milwaukee team until the 2026-27 season. Charania reported that the deal will be until the 2026-27 season.
However, the team's recent playoff collapse could put his job on the line. Although he led the organization to two postseason appearances, both ended in first-round exits. Rivers has a 3-8 record as the Bucks' coach in the playoffs.
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All-Star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo did everything he could to try to save Milwaukee. He had an all-around game of 30 points, 20 rebounds and 13 assists. Defensively, Antetokounmpo was active with his two steals and two blocks.
Ultimately, the Pacers' high-octane offense prevailed and was the biggest reason for the Bucks' collapse. Because of the loss, fans have called on Milwaukee to dismiss head coach Doc Rivers.
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Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker defends during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
"If Doc Rivers is not fired by tonight, the Bucks are the most unserious org in sports," a fan commented.
"Doc Rivers needs to be fired IMMEDIATELY," another fan demanded.
"I hope they’ll FINALLY fire DOC RIVERS," a comment read.
"Fire Doc Rivers Now. Inexcusable Milwaukee loss," a fan on X said.
"Fire Doc Rivers asap. Don't even let him ride back with the team," a fan posted.
"Doc Rivers should be fired," another fan said.
According to a post from ESPN's Shams Charania in January 2024, the head coach is still under contract with the Bucks. Rivers signed a $40 million contract to lead the Milwaukee team until the 2026-27 season. Charania reported that the deal will be until the 2026-27 season.
However, the team's recent playoff collapse could put his job on the line. Although he led the organization to two postseason appearances, both ended in first-round exits. Rivers has a 3-8 record as the Bucks' coach in the playoffs.
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