Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers has reportedly criticized star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo, describing him as hard to coach and questioning his basketball IQ, according to a report from Fadeaway World published on Yahoo Sports.
The report, authored by Gautam Varier, indicates Rivers made comments suggesting Antetokounmpo "doesn't have super IQ" in a basketball context. The criticism from a coach of Rivers' stature — a former NBA Coach of the Year and championship winner — marks a notable moment in his first season leading the Bucks.
Antetokounmpo, a two-time NBA MVP and 2021 Finals MVP, has been the centerpiece of Milwaukee's franchise since being drafted in 2013. The relationship between the superstar and his new coach will be closely watched as the Bucks pursue another championship.
Neither the Bucks organization nor Antetokounmpo's representatives have issued public responses to the reported remarks as of Saturday morning.
