Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers said he had to defend his player as he reacted to the $25,000 fine he received from the NBA on Sunday for criticizing a crucial officiating call in a 115-114 loss at Charlotte a day earlier.

The Milwaukee Bucks' rough start to the season continued on Saturday with a controversial 115-114 loss to the rebuilding Charlotte Hornets that left coach Doc Rivers questioning the officiating during his postgame press conference.

Rivers’ comments took place during the post-game press conference following the team’s 115-114 loss to the Charlotte Hornets.