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Philadelphia 76ers: Why Doc Rivers shouldn’t coach the Sixers

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The Philadelphia 76ers still need a head coach. Doc Rivers will be considered for the job, but there are several reasons why the Sixers should proceed with caution.

Now that the Los Angeles Clippers and Doc Rivers have decided to part ways with each other, the Philadelphia 76ers are now in the mix to sign him as their next head coach. Although he led Boston to a championship in 2008, Doc Rivers has been unable to lead another team back to the NBA Finals. Before Sixers management just hands him the job, we have to explore the reasons why he’s been unable to repeat championship success.