🔥 Trending Dave Joerger: Denver Nuggets' New Assistant Coach

Dave Joerger is an American professional basketball coach, currently serving as the lead assistant coach for the Denver Nuggets of the National Basketball Association (NBA) ¹²³. He is recognized for his extensive coaching career, which includes stints as a head coach in the NBA and various roles as an assistant coach ¹⁵.

Early Career and Head Coaching Roles

Born on February 21, 1974, Joerger began his coaching journey in the International Basketball Association (IBA) ¹. He was the head coach of the Dakota Wizards from 2000 to 2004 and again in the 2006-2007 season ¹.

His NBA head coaching experience includes leading the Memphis Grizzlies ². He also served as an assistant coach or head coach in the NBA since 2007 ⁵⁶.

Current Role with the Denver Nuggets

In July 2026, Joerger agreed to a deal to become the lead assistant coach for the Denver Nuggets, working under head coach David Adelman ³⁴⁷. This move was widely reported by sources including ESPN's Shams Charania ²⁴⁶. His arrival is seen as a significant addition to the Nuggets' coaching staff, with some analysts suggesting he could help address key team challenges ⁴⁸.