NEWS NOW: Milwaukee Coach Mike Budenholzer Submits Resignation Letter Amid Internal Tensions Milwaukee, WI — July 9, 2025

In a stunning development that has sent shockwaves through the NBA community, Milwaukee Bucks head coach Mike Budenholzer has officially submitted his resignation letter, citing “long-standing internal tensions and philosophical differences with the front office” as the primary reason for his decision.

According to sources close to the organization, Budenholzer, who led the Bucks to an NBA Championship in 2021, had grown increasingly frustrated with management over key decisions regarding roster construction, player development, and the team’s strategic direction. The final tipping point reportedly occurred during the offseason, when key staff changes and front office restructuring were made without his full input.

“After careful consideration and deep reflection, I believe it is in the best interest of both myself and the Milwaukee Bucks organization to step away at this time,” Budenholzer wrote in his resignation letter, obtained by local media. “This decision was not made lightly, but I remain proud of what we accomplished together over the past several years.”

Budenholzer’s tenure in Milwaukee was marked by consistent regular season success, with the team finishing among the top seeds in the Eastern Conference multiple times. However, after a disappointing 2024–2025 season that ended in a second-round playoff exit, tensions reportedly escalated behind the scenes.

While no immediate successor has been named, team sources say assistant coach Charles Lee is being considered for the interim role, though the Bucks front office is also expected to explore external candidates.

The resignation comes at a critical time for the franchise, as superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo remains under contract but has expressed concern in the past over the team’s direction. Budenholzer was seen as a stabilizing force for the team’s core players.

Social media reaction from fans and players alike has been swift, with many expressing gratitude for Budenholzer’s leadership and disappointment at his departure.

The Milwaukee Bucks are expected to hold a press conference later this week to address the coaching situation and future plans for the franchise.

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