Doc Rivers joins NBC as analyst, says coaching career over
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Doc Rivers joins NBC as analyst, says coaching career over
Doc Rivers turned down an offer to become an NBA analyst for NBC after retiring as a player in 1996 because he couldn't promise then-NBC Sports chairman Dick Ebersol that he wouldn't become a coach.
Publisher:ESPN NBAArticle published:
PrimaryDoc Rivers joins NBC Sports' NBA coverage as game analyst for 2026-27 season
“I loved playing the game, I loved coaching it, and I’ve always loved talking about it,” Rivers said.
Publisher:Yahoo Sports NBAArticle published:
Doc Rivers returns to broadcast booth, joins NBC ahead of 2026-27 NBA season
Doc Rivers is once again taking his talents to the broadcast booth.
Publisher:Doc Rivers Says He's 'Absolutely Retired' from NBA After Bucks Exit, Joins NBC for TV Role
Doc Rivers insists his coaching days are behind him as he prepares for a new role.
Publisher:Bleacher Report NBAArticle published:
Hall of Famer Doc Rivers returns to broadcast booth with NBC this season
The championship coach and former NBA player will be a game analyst for NBC this season.
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