Milwaukee Bucks Appoint Taylor Jenkins as Head Coach After 32-50 Season

*TL;DR: The Milwaukee Bucks hired Taylor Jenkins as head coach following a 32‑50 season in which Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared in only 36 games.

The Bucks announced Thursday that Taylor Jenkins will take over as head coach, with an introductory press conference set for next Wednesday. Jenkins arrives after a stint as Memphis Grizzlies head coach and prior experience as a Bucks assistant.

Milwaukee finished the 2023‑24 campaign at 32‑50, missing the playoffs for the first time since 2018. The team’s decline coincided with Giannis Antetokounmpo’s limited availability; the two‑time MVP played just 36 of the 82 regular‑season games due to injuries.

Jenkins brings a résumé that includes working under former Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer in Atlanta and Milwaukee, as well as leading the Grizzlies to a 40‑42 record in his lone season. His reputation as a basketball‑savvy strategist is expected to complement a roster that still features Antetokounmpo, assuming the star remains healthy.

The hiring signals a shift in the organization’s approach after five years of moving from a championship in 2021 to a sub‑.400 record. Management hopes Jenkins can restore consistency, develop younger talent, and maximize the impact of a healthy Giannis.

What to watch next: the Bucks’ roster moves in the offseason, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s health status, and how quickly Jenkins implements his system during the upcoming preseason.