Update 02/21/2024 3:08am:
Former LA Clippers guard JJ Redick criticized Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers on ESPN's First Take, accusing him of making excuses and lacking accountability. Redick claimed to have observed this trend for years. In response, Austin Rivers, Doc Rivers' son and former teammate of Redick with the Clippers, defended his father on NBA Today. Austin Rivers mentioned that Doc Rivers is often held responsible for team outcomes and pointed out instances where he was fired. He also highlighted that Redick's best years were with the Clippers and questioned any frustration or tension between Redick and Doc Rivers.
Update 02/21/2024 3:03am:
Milwaukee Bucks guard Patrick Beverley called out former NBA player JJ Redick for criticizing Doc Rivers on ESPN's First Take. Beverley implied that Rivers "saved" Redick's career during their time together with the Los Angeles Clippers. Redick responded, stating he had another offer to be a starter before joining the Clippers and dismissing the notion that Rivers saved his career.
Original 02/21/2024 1:39am:
JJ Redick criticized his former coach, Doc Rivers, for making excuses regarding the Milwaukee Bucks' recent struggles. Redick expressed frustration over Rivers' tendency to deflect blame and cited instances where Rivers blamed the team for poor performance. Redick particularly disagreed with Rivers' comments after the Bucks' loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, where the coach mentioned having some players in Cabo during the game. Redick accused Rivers of lacking accountability and criticized his attempt to take credit for the James Harden trade to the Los Angeles Clippers. Redick played under Rivers from 2013 to 2017 and isn't the only one to express dissatisfaction with Rivers, as others like Rasheed Wallace and Josh Smith have also criticized him in the past.
