Former Grizzlies and Kings head coach Dave Joerger has agreed to join the Sixers as an assistant on Doc Rivers‘ new staff, sources tell Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.
Joerger, who took over as the Grizzlies’ head coach in 2013, led the team to a 147-99 (.598) regular-season mark, with three consecutive playoff appearances. His time in Sacramento wasn’t quite as successful, as the Kings had a 98-148 (.398) record and no postseason berths during his three years with the club. However, it’s worth noting that his 39-43 record in 2018-19 represented the Kings’ most successful mark since 2005-06.
The Pacers interviewed Joerger for their head coaching position and Wojnarowski had reported earlier this month that he was a strong contender for the job. However, with Indiana preparing to narrow its field of candidates to three finalists, it appears Joerger didn’t make the cut.
Frank Isola first reported on Wednesday that Joerger was receiving consideration to join Rivers’ staff.
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