Doc Rivers apologizes to Giannis after controversial comments

Doc Rivers reached out to Giannis Antetokounmpo to apologize after saying the former Bucks star did not necessarily have a “super IQ” for basketball.

Rivers explained that he meant to refer to Giannis’ feel for the game, saying he regretted his wording. “I hate this and feel bad about it. I apologize for the distraction,” Rivers said. Antetokounmpo reportedly responded positively.

Rivers also clarified that calling Giannis “not easy” to coach was intended as a compliment to his greatness and the challenge of building a team around an elite player.