Doc Rivers is poised to make history as he closes in on his 1,154th career regular-season win as head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, potentially tying Phil Jackson for seventh on the all-time list. Rivers, who led the Boston Celtics to an NBA championship in 2008, has had a storied coaching career spanning 26 years across various teams, including the Los Angeles Clippers and Philadelphia 76ers.

Despite his successes, Rivers is often remembered for his playoff collapses, notably blowing 3-1 series leads with the Magic, Clippers, and more recently in 2020. He defends his record, suggesting criticism is unfair, given the challenges faced, including player injuries. Rivers remains proud of his coaching achievements and the resilience of his teams, even amid disappointment.