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BREAKING NEWS: Milwaukee Bucks GM Jon Horst Suspends Head Coach Doc Rivers Following Positive Test for Banned Substance

In a shocking turn of events, Milwaukee Bucks General Manager Jon Horst has reportedly suspended Head Coach Doc Rivers from all team activities following a positive test for a banned substance under the NBA’s conduct and wellness policy.

Sources close to the organization confirmed that the suspension is “indefinite pending further investigation” and that the league office has been notified. The exact substance involved has not yet been publicly disclosed, but insiders suggest it falls under the NBA’s list of prohibited performance-enhancing or mood-altering substances.

The announcement has sent shockwaves through the NBA community, especially as the Bucks were deep into preseason preparations and expected to contend for a championship under Rivers’ leadership.

Doc Rivers, who was hired midway through the 2023–24 season, had been credited with stabilizing the locker room and building chemistry between superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo and the newly acquired Damian Lillard. His suspension comes at a critical time for the franchise, which had recently doubled down on its win-now mentality.

Neither Rivers nor his representatives have issued a public statement yet. A brief press release from the Bucks organization simply read:

“Coach Rivers has been temporarily relieved of his duties pending the results of an internal review and further guidance from the NBA. We remain committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity within our organization.”

Assistant Coach Charles Lee is expected to assume interim head coaching responsibilities while the situation unfolds.

The NBA has yet to comment officially, though league sources say a formal review process is underway.

More details to follow as this story develops.