Doc Rivers says Giannis tried to leave Bucks without being seen as bad
ESPN NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 2:07 PM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026
Former Bucks coach Doc Rivers commented that Giannis Antetokounmpo attempted to seek a trade from Milwaukee last season. Rivers indicated that Giannis was reluctant to be perceived negatively during this process, highlighting the complexities of player movements in the NBA. The remarks come as discussions around player agency and team loyalty continue to evolve in the league. The Bucks and their fans will likely scrutinize any future decisions made by Antetokounmpo regarding his commitment to the franchise.
- •Doc Rivers spoke about Giannis' desire to leave the Bucks.
- •Rivers noted Giannis didn't want to appear as the bad guy.
- •These comments came as trade rumors circulated last season.
- •Player movements in the NBA remain a hot topic of discussion.
- 2:07 PMESPN NBA — Rivers: Giannis was playing games when trying to leave Bucks
"Former Bucks coach Doc Rivers says Giannis Antetokounmpo "didn't want to be the bad guy" when he was trying to seek a trade out of Milwaukee last season.
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