What happened: Joerger will take the top assistant role on David Adelman's staff after spending 2025-26 as an NBA assistant. ESPN's Shams Charania reported the agreement.
Why it matters: The hire gives Adelman a veteran No. 2 as Denver reshapes its bench for 2026-27. Joerger adds prior lead-assistant and head-coaching experience.
By the numbers: Joerger has six seasons of NBA head-coaching experience. His clubs made three playoff appearances, while his minor-league teams won five championships in seven seasons.
What to watch: Denver's formal announcement and the division of bench responsibilities are next to watch.