Doc Rivers explains lead-up to Giannis Antetokounmpo’ Bucks exit: ‘Didn’t want to be the bad guy’

During a recent podcast appearance, a former Milwaukee leader shared insights regarding an All-Star player's departure prior to an offseason trade. The coach detailed how the star preferred management initiate a deal to avoid negative public perception.

Meanwhile, the player's current squad has faced a sluggish beginning to the campaign despite strong individual statistics.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo says he's 'speechless' over criticism from former coach Doc Rivers: 'That's insane'