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.
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Lead articleArticle published:Doc Rivers officially retires from NBA coaching - TalkBasket.net
Doc Rivers has officially closed the door on a return to NBA coaching, shifting his full attention toward broadcasting after a lengthy career on the sidelines. NBC announced Monday that Rivers will join its NBA coverage as a game analyst across NBC, Peacock and NBCSN. He could also contribute to the network’s studio programming. Rivers’ […] The post Doc Rivers officially retires from NBA coaching appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
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Doc Rivers Joins NBC As Analyst, Says He's Done Coaching
Shortly after splitting with the Bucks at the end of the 2025/26 season, Doc Rivers said on Bill Simmons’ podcast that he’d be “surprised” if he coaches another game. On Monday, Rivers doubled down on that stance after NBC Sports announced that he’ll be joining the network as a game analyst for the coming NBA […]
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NBA lifer Doc Rivers says he's 'absolutely retired.' Here's what's next
Doc Rivers spent more than 40 seasons in the NBA as a player, coach and executive. In his latest gig, he won't be very far from the sport.
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Doc Rivers, retired from coaching, steps back into TV booth for NBC Sports
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Doc Rivers retires from coaching, joins NBC as NBA analyst
Doc Rivers is returning to television. This time, he says no coaching job will pull him away. NBC announced Monday that Rivers has joined its NBA coverage as an analyst for the 2026-27 season. He will call games across NBC, Peacock and NBCSN, with the possibility of additional studio appearances. “I honestly can say I’m […] The post Doc Rivers retires from coaching, joins NBC as NBA analyst appeared first on Hoops Wire.
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Doc Rivers Retires From Coaching, Joins NBC As NBA Analyst
Doc Rivers has joined NBC as an NBA analyst for the 2026-27 season, the network announced Monday. Rivers will appear on games across NBC, Peacock and NBCSN, with the possibility of additional studio work throughout the year. Rivers, who was inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame earlier this year, confirmed his coaching career has ended for good. "I honestly can say I'm absolutely retired," said Rivers. "I had a long run. It ended up in the Hall of Fame and I am so thankful that I was able t...
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Doc 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: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.
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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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