Author: Paolo Songco

Paolo has been covering the NBA for the past seven years. He is from the Philippines and holds a bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems from the Ateneo de Manila University (2009). Paolo cut his teeth with ClutchPoints, where he established himself as one of the top and most tenured associate editors on the website. Now with Wisconsin Sports Heroics, he is looking to bring his passion and excellent journalism skills to the table.

Feb 12, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers draws up a play with forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Milwaukee Bucks news: Doc Rivers has been around the block for quite a bit. Throughout his extended tenure as an NBA head coach, the 62-year-old has one championship to show for, which he won with the Boston Celtics many years ago. This is exactly why the Bucks brought him in. Year 1 did not exactly pan out as planned, but at this point, Coach Doc remains adamant that this team is fully capable of bringing back the Larry O’Brien trophy back to Milwaukee in the near future. Milwaukee Bucks News: Doc Rivers Opens Up on Championship Aspirations Rivers…

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Feb 23, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers speaks to the media prior to the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports

When the Milwaukee Bucks decided to bring in Doc Rivers as Adrian Griffin’s replacement, there was a solitary goal in their minds. This was to win an NBA championship in 2024, and at that point, the front office believed that Rivers was the right man for the job. Rivers and the Bucks obviously failed to achieve this lofty objective this season. Now, the tenured shot-caller has spoken openly about Milwaukee’s championship-or-bust mentality and why the Bucks were ultimately unable to reach their goals this past season. Milwaukee Bucks News: Doc Rivers Points to Injuries as Culprit Behind Disappointing Campaign …

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Feb 6, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers talks to 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

The absence of Giannis Antetoounmpo was what ultimately led to the Milwaukee Bucks’ downfall at the hands of the Indiana Pacers in the opening round. Damian Lillard, Khris Middleton, and the rest of the crew put up a formidable effort but in the end, the Bucks just lacked the firepower to compete with the Pacers without the former back-to-back MVP in the mix. Giannis did all he could to return from a nagging calf injury. According to head coach Doc Rivers, the Bucks talisman came extremely close to coming back. In fact, the NBA champion shot-caller hinted that Antetokounmpo may…

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Milwaukee Bucks

When it comes to rappers in the NBA, there is arguably no one more revered than Milwaukee Bucks superstar Damian Lillard aka Dame D.O.L.L.A. This is exactly why hip-hop fans have been waiting to hear what the eight-time All-Star has to say about the ongoing beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. Dame has now voiced out his opinion on the ongoing rap war between two of the most iconic personalities in the history of hip-hop. At least somewhat. Milwaukee Bucks News: Damian Lillard Makes Light of Kendrick Lamar-Drake Beef Lillard didn’t exactly come out with a lengthy and…

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Milwaukee Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Brian Windhorst, Indiana Pacers

Milwaukee Bucks news: You can be sure that up and until Giannis Antetokounmpo makes a clear-cut statement about his desire to remain in Milwaukee, trade rumors are going to be hounding the former back-to-back MVP all summer long. This comes as no surprise considering how the past two seasons have resulted in early first-round exits for the Bucks. At this point, fans and pundits alike can’t help but question Antetokounmpo’s level of loyalty to the organization amid the turmoil. Milwaukee Bucks News: ‘No Rumblings’ on Giannis Antetokounmpo Wanting to Leave In a recent appearance on ESPN’s Get Up program, league…

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Milwaukee Bucks, Doc Rivers, Jon Horst

Milwaukee Bucks fans expect changes to their squad this summer after the bitter disappointment of the 2023-24 campaign. What the supporters might have not anticipated, however, is the potential exit of general manager Jon Horst. According to reports, the Detroit Pistons are interested in acquiring the services of the high-ranking Bucks executive, which likely means that Horst will have a decision to make this summer. Milwaukee Bucks News: Doc Rivers Reacts to Jon Horst Rumors Horst obviously played a key role in bringing Doc Rivers to the squad. These two have a conducive, albeit currently short-lived, working relationship…

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Apr 10, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers looks on in the second quarter against the Orlando Magic at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

There’s no doubt about it. The Milwaukee Bucks are going to make some changes to their roster ahead of the 2024-25 campaign. This team fell way short of their expectations this past season, and you can be sure that the coaching staff and the front office will be working hand-in-hand this summer to make sure that they enter the new year with the best possible roster. Head coach Doc Rivers isn’t ready to discuss these looming changes just yet. However, the one-time NBA champion coach has been vocal about one particular area he wants to improve on significantly. Milwaukee Bucks…

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Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, Milwaukee Bucks

Milwaukee Bucks news: Despite being named an All-Star for the eighth time in his career, it’s hard to deny that Damian Lillard fell short of the expectations we all had in him when he first joined the team. The 33-year-old will probably be the first to admit that, too. The worst part is over, though, and at this point, there’s nowhere to go but up for Milwaukee’s superstar point guard. Milwaukee Bucks News: Damian Lillard’s Honest Confession Bucks head coach Doc Rivers spoke to the press on Friday for his 2023-24 exit interview. At one point, the tenured…

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Apr 3, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers and forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) looks on in the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Time proved to be a major factor in Doc Rivers’ first season with the Milwaukee Bucks. Ultimately, there just wasn’t enough of it after the former NBA champion shot-caller joined the squad mid-season. While Rivers did an admirable job of making the most of his limited time to develop a squad to his liking, the Bucks still fell way short of their objectives this season. At this point, however, Rivers is adamant that things are going to be much different in 2024-25. Milwaukee Bucks News: Doc Rivers Sheds Light on Relationship With Giannis Antetokounmpo Rivers recently opened up…

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Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks

Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers is wasting no time. Just days after their season came to a bitter end at the hands of the Indiana Pacers in the first round, the tenured shot-caller is already well into making the necessary preparations for what he is hoping will be a very productive offseason for his squad. Rivers has already divulged said plan with his two superstars, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, and it is clear that both are all in at this point. Milwaukee Bucks News: Doc Rivers Already Looking Forward to Offseason Work As they always say,…

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