On Tuesday, the Milwaukee Bucks made a surprising mid-season move when they fired head coach Adrian Griffin. The decision sparked criticism, including from Lakers legend Magic Johnson, who pointed the finger at the Bucks' summer rotation.

The Bucks are currently second in the Eastern Conference (30-13), but have been inconsistent. Magic believes their struggles are rooted in the trade of Gasol Jr. for Damian Lillard, praising Griffin and blaming the lack of Gasol Jr.'s presence for the defensive decline. He tweeted, "Bucks made a big mistake firing Griffin. It's not his fault they traded their best defender."

The loss of Holliday's defensive prowess is obvious - the Bucks are now ranked 22nd in defence, down from 4th last season. With Griffin gone, Joe Prunty is serving as interim head coach for the third time in his career.

The search for a permanent replacement is heating up, with Doc Rivers the favourite. Rivers is currently an analyst for ESPN and would bring championship experience and the ability to coach star players. Other targets reportedly include Jeff Van Gundy and Nate McMillan, further highlighting the Bucks' desire for experienced leadership.

Rivers' recent success with Joel Embiid and the Sixers makes him a compelling candidate. Van Gundy has been named Coach of the Year four times, and McMillan led the Hawks to the Eastern Conference Finals last season. All three coaches have the experience to handle the demands of playoff contenders and superstars.

Milwaukee's coaching search is in the spotlight after a mid-season upheaval. Criticism of the Magic highlights the complex dynamics that have changed, and the blame may not lie with the fired coach. With the Bucks prioritising experience and the expertise of their star players, it will be fascinating to see who can finally take the helm and lead the team to a championship.