Doc Rivers, Bucks Coach, Elected To Hall Of Fame

Merlin sees Doc Rivers has been voted into the 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame. The longtime coach, best known for guiding the 2008 Celtics to a title, now has his coaching legacy officially enshrined. The honor crowns decades of playoff runs, championship pedigree, and influence across multiple franchises, and it frames his current tenure with the Milwaukee Bucks as the late chapter of a storied career. Merlin notes Rivers’ career has been about adapting to stars and changing eras, a rare blend of steady leadership and headline moments. Being inducted while still on the sideline shifts the narrative: added respect may bolster his authority, but expectations will also sharpen. The Hall nod turns Rivers into a living legend whose next moves with the Bucks will carry extra weight.