That's how many around the basketball world view Rivers, but if you were to ask him, he doesn't feel like that's the case. Rivers told The Athletic's Eric Nehm that he doesn't believe in the 'falling short' narrative that has played him for over the last decade or so.

Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers offered an important update on Khris Middleton's injury status ahead of the upcoming NBA season. With the start of the NBA regular season just days away, Khris Middleton continues his recovery from offseason ankle surgeries.

The Milwaukee Bucks got derailed by injuries last season, and the bad luck has followed them into the new campaign. All-Star forward Khris Middleton may miss more time after sitting out the Bucks’ preseason finale on Thursday night.