Jenkins is not a stranger to the Bucks, having served as an assistant during the 2018-19 season under Mike Budenholzer.
He went on to coach the Memphis Grizzlies for six seasons, posting a 250-214 record and four playoff appearances, though he did not coach the team in its fourth postseason run after being dismissed late in the regular season.
Known for developing young talent and tailoring schemes to fit his roster, Jenkins earned a reputation as a flexible, roster-driven coach.
That adaptability could be particularly valuable in Milwaukee, where roster questions and ongoing speculation about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future add complexity to the franchise’s plans.
Milwaukee is betting Jenkins can bring stability by applying a system that fits the players on hand, a contrast to more rigid schemes and a potential rebuild scenario if the star player moves on.
Whether he works with Giannis or guides a broader rebuild, Jenkins inherits a task of delivering steadiness and a flexible approach for a franchise seeking consistency.
