US EditionBucks coach Doc Rivers disputes report that Antetokounmpo is talking with team about his future
Bucks coach Doc Rivers denies talks about Giannis leaving, saying the two-time MVP loves Milwaukee despite recent playoff struggles and speculation fueled by an ESPN report.
- On Wednesday, Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers denied talks with Giannis Antetokounmpo about a potential exit and said Giannis has never asked to be traded.
- After consecutive postseason exits, speculation about Giannis Antetokounmpo's future intensified as the Milwaukee Bucks started 9-13 and injuries limited his pairings with Damian Lillard.
- Rivers emphasized his daily contact, saying he speaks with Giannis Antetokounmpo "every single day" and that the player loves Milwaukee, while Antetokounmpo said he is 'locked in' but might change his mind depending on the season.
- ESPN's reporting tied Antetokounmpo to New York Knicks, noting the Bucks held August trade talks with the Knicks, though Doc Rivers said the report hasn't affected the Bucks' players.
- The franchise's recent blockbuster moves frame the Milwaukee Bucks' pursuit of another title, highlighting Giannis Antetokounmpo's pivotal role after his 2021 title-winning legacy.
28 Articles
28 Articles
Associated Press News
Bucks coach Doc Rivers disputes report that Antetokounmpo is talking with team about his future
Bucks coach Doc Rivers said Wednesday there have been no talks between team officials and Giannis Antetokounmpo regarding the two-time MVP’s potential exit from Milwaukee.
Doc Rivers refutes Brian Windhorst reporting Giannis Antetokounmpo requested trade
Brian Windhorst spent Wednesday reporting Giannis Antetokounmpo had already requested a trade from the Milwaukee Bucks, which would be news to Doc Rivers. Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee already looked to be on thin ice prior to the start of this NBA season. And their 10-13 start doesn’t seem to be selling the former MVP on sticking around for whatever retool or rebuild the franchise needs to go through. We’re currently in the “deleting Buck…
Former Celtics Coach Doc Rivers Clarifies Alleged Giannis Trade Request
If you’re an NBA fan who’s been sleeping under a rock for the past couple of days, we’re here to tell you that Giannis Antetokounmpo is reportedly discussing a possible departure from the Milwaukee Bucks with the franchise, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. According to Shams, Giannis and his agent Alex Saratsis have begun conversations with Milwaukee’s brass about Giannis’ future, with the question at the center of everything being whether or not the …
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 60% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
