Overview
- Milwaukee confirmed his exit and owners Wes Edens, Jimmy and Dee Haslam, and Jamie Dinan thanked him in a statement.
- The Bucks finished 32–50 after a 106–126 loss to Philadelphia, which left them out of the playoffs.
- Rivers had signaled the decision at a press conference, saying all sides had agreed and a formal announcement would follow soon.
- Hired in January 2024, he led Milwaukee to two playoff trips and the 2024 NBA Cup but exited in the first round both times.
- He departs with 1,194 regular-season wins and has not announced his next step, noting he wants more time with his seven grandchildren.