LEGENDARY coach Mike Budenholzer parted ways with the Milwaukee Bucks in May 2023.
Here's what we know about him and the team's decision.
Who is former Milwaukee Bucks head coach Mike Budenholzer?
Mike Budenholzer is a professional basketball coach who was born on August 6, 1969, in Holbrook, Arizona.
He began his coaching career in the late 1990s as an assistant for the San Antonio Spurs before being named the head coach of the Atlanta Hawks in 2013.
Budenholzer, a 2x NBA Coaching of the Year Award recipient, spent five years with the Hawks before joining the Bucks staff in 2018.
In 2021, Budenholzer led the Bucks to the franchise's second NBA championship, however, he was then "fired" in 2023.
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Why was Mike Budenholzer 'fired'?
During the 2022-23 season, the Bucks won 58 games, which helped them secure the No. 1 overall seed in the playoffs.
Despite the team's success during the regular season, it did not continue into playoffs, and they ultimately fell to No. 8 Miami Heat 4-1 in the first round, making them only the sixth No. 1 seed in NBA history to lose to a No. 8 seed, according to ESPN.
A week later, it was announced that Budenholzer had been "fired," despite having two years left on his contract.
"The decision to make this change was very difficult," Bucks general manager Jon Horst said in a statement, via ESPN.
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"Bud helped lead our team for five incredible seasons, to the Bucks' first title in 50 years, and into an era of sustained success.
"We are grateful for the culture of winning and leadership that Bud helped create in Milwaukee.
"This is an opportunity for us to refocus and reenergize our efforts as we continue building toward our next championship season," Horst added.
While his departure might've been confirmed, a reason was not provided.
At this time, it is not known what Budenholzer will do next.
Is Mike Budenholzer married?
When Budenholzer is not on the court, he can often be found at home, spending time with his family.
The Michael H. Goldberg NBCA Coach of the Year winner is a father of four kids, who he reportedly welcomed with his ex-wife, Mary Beth Budenholzer.
At this time, it is not known why the pair parted ways because the divorce was never publicized.
Budenholzer often keeps details of his personal life out of the spotlight so it is not known if he has remarried or started dating someone else.
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