Tardiness Undermined Team Discipline, Former Teammate Alleges
Myles Turner, who spent time with the Milwaukee Bucks, has publicly described instances of unprofessional behavior within the team, specifically pointing to a lax attitude towards punctuality that extended to key figures, including Giannis Antetokounmpo. These accounts, emerging on May 15, 2026, suggest a culture where players, even star athletes, frequently arrived late for practices and flights, with apparent lack of consequence.
Turner's commentary, shared across multiple outlets in the past day, details a striking level of disregard for scheduled events. He indicated that the team's internal structure, particularly under then-coach Doc Rivers, failed to enforce adherence to timelines. "Guys were late, guys were showing up to film whenever they wanted to show up," Turner reportedly stated. He further elaborated on the extent of this issue, noting, "It got to the point where I knew not to show up until like an hour after after they said the plane was taking off."
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Antetokounmpo Named as Frequent Offender
When specifically asked who was most consistently late, Turner identified Giannis Antetokounmpo as a primary example. "Giannis is gonna show up whenever he wants, really," Turner was quoted saying, implying a degree of entitlement or at least a consistent pattern of lateness associated with the franchise player. Turner himself acknowledged being a "worst offender" at times, but crucially noted that he and others were not penalized. "Once I saw what was going down, I was like ‘More power to you, they ain’t gonna fine you, do what you do.’"
Coaching Inertia Cited
The lack of disciplinary action was attributed by Turner to former coach Doc Rivers, who reportedly "didn't fine anybody, ever." This administrative vacuum, according to Turner, allowed the tardiness to persist unchecked. The reports surface amid ongoing speculation about Antetokounmpo's future with the Bucks, with several NBA teams reportedly expressing interest in acquiring the star player during the offseason.
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Background
Myles Turner's tenure with the Milwaukee Bucks was during the 2025-2026 NBA season. This period saw the team aiming for championship contention under head coach Doc Rivers, who took over mid-season. The subsequent revelations from Turner offer a critical perspective on the internal dynamics of the team during that campaign. The NBA offseason, commencing shortly, is a period often marked by significant player movement and organizational introspection, making these comments particularly resonant.
