Last season, the Bucks made the surprising decision to fire coach Adrian Griffin after just 43 games in his maiden stint and replaced him with Rivers. The 63-year-old Rivers led the Boston Celtics to the championship in 2008 but has since failed to duplicate the success.

Tuesday's Nuggets win saw a return to playoff form for Murray, who was instrumental in Denver's run to the 2023 NBA championship. Butler came up with big plays down the stretch of Game 4 to put Golden State a win away from advancing to the next round.

Nobody is spared being spared for the Milwaukee Bucks' implosion against the Pacers in Game 5.Well, maybe except Giannis Antetokounmpo. But coach Doc Rivers is certainly hearing it from fans and analysts after the embarrassing defeat.