Gilbert Arenas explained his decision to stop criticizing former Celtics coach Doc Rivers, highlighting that doing so requires a 'beautiful soul.' Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Bucks are facing a critical point in their season, with mounting losses and poor performance under Rivers, who has a 74-66 record as Bucks head coach. The team has suffered a seven-game losing streak, including a recent defeat to the 3-16 Wizards, despite having Giannis Antetokounmpo healthy. Critics argue Rivers' coaching has been ineffective, citing lack of focus, poor game plans, and failure to adapt tactics, especially in late-game situations. The Bucks currently sit at 9-13, significantly below expectations, with issues in offensive schemes, defensive strategies, and player utilization, particularly concerning Myles Turner’s role. The article suggests that Rivers' coaching style is outdated and no longer suited for the team’s roster, with calls for his immediate dismissal to salvage the season. The article also references Rivers' historical struggles with closing out games and managing clutch situations, drawing parallels with his past coaching challenges with other teams.