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Doc Rivers shares criticisms of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s game − and how he can improve

Doc Rivers expressed some frustrations with Giannis Antetokounmpo's game and approach, but believes those things could change playing for the Heat.

By Andrés Soto · Yahoo

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 7:12 AM

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Doc Rivers addressed areas where Giannis Antetokounmpo can improve his game while navigating his new situation.
The Miami Heat opened their 2026-27 NBA campaign with a 2-5 record.
Questions have arisen regarding Antetokounmpo's chemistry and on-court fit alongside center Bam Adebayo.

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Doc Rivers shared his assessment of Giannis Antetokounmpo's game, identifying areas for improvement following the forward's recent transition to the Miami Heat. The remarks arrive during a difficult opening stretch for Miami in the 2026-27 NBA season, with the franchise dropping five of their first seven games.

Despite the early struggles and questions surrounding Antetokounmpo's on-court fit with Heat teammate Bam Adebayo, Rivers maintained that the two-time MVP is in an ideal setting to elevate his career to the next level.

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Doc Rivers shares criticisms of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s game − and how he can improve

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