Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra has brushed aside comments from Doc Rivers regarding Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo. The exchange comes as Spoelstra prepares his team for the 2026 NBA play-in tournament, where the Heat faced the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on November 8, 2026.
Spoelstra was observed directing his players during the first quarter of the play-in game. The Heat coach declined to engage with Rivers' critique of Antetokounmpo, maintaining focus on Miami's postseason push.
