The Memphis Grizzlies fired head coach Dave Joerger on Saturday, which comes as somewhat of a surprise considering his team posted a 42-40 regular-season record despite myriad injuries to key players. In three seasons at the helm, Joerger went 147-99.
The Vertical's Adrian Wojnarowski reported the news, and Bleacher Report's Howard Beck relayed the team's official statement:
Grizzlies announce dismissal of coach Dave Joerger: pic.twitter.com/TxODAkSuBN
— Howard Beck (@HowardBeck) May 7, 2016
Wojnarowski provided more context:
Sources: For second time in three years, Joerger was seeking Memphis permission to talk with other teams on vacancies.