Philadelphia 76ers assistant coach Dave Joerger, previously the head coach for the Memphis Grizzlies and Sacramento Kings, announced Saturday he will step away from his position after being diagnosed with "a treatable form of cancer."
Joerger said he planned to rejoin the team after completing the treatment process.
In his statement, Joerger stressed the importance of self-evaluation and early detection of cancer, thanking his medical team the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center and the Sixers organization for their support. Joerger went as far as recording a podcast with ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski to help spread awareness.