On the latest episode of his podcast, Bill Simmons delved into the aftermath of the Milwaukee Bucks’ decision to part ways with head coach Adrian Griffin. The 54-year-old analyst floated that the franchise’s recent moves could be driven by a desire to keep their superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo content, pondering whether the two-time MVP receives adequate recognition for being a coach-teammate killer.
“This is just a theory. Giannis… probably Coach Bud’s blood on his hands… Adrian Griffin, probably his blood on his hands. Jrue Holiday’s blood and Grayson Allen’s blood all over his hands, ” Simmons said . “Does Giannis get enough credit for just being a coach-teammate killer? Should he be put on the elite list of people who wreaked havoc on their own franchise.”
Bill Simmons on the hypocrisy of fans
Adding to his point, Simmons emphasized the belief that NBA players under 30 shouldn’t wield unchecked power in determining the fate of coaches and teammates.
Moreover, he highlighted the potential hypocrisy within fan reactions, drawing attention to the scenario where a superstar like Kevin Durant , had he been associated with a team that fired two head coaches within eight months, might have been instantly branded as a ‘coach killer.’