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Kings name Joerger head coach

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The Sacramento Kings have officially hired Dave Joerger as their head coach.

"I am thrilled to welcome Dave to the Sacramento Kings," Kings vice president and general manager Vlade Divac said Monday. "He is a strong and passionate leader with a proven track record of producing results. Dave shares our focus on creating a long-term culture of winning and I look forward to a bright future ahead for the Kings with his leadership on the court."

Terms of the deal weren't disclosed, but The Vertical's Adrian Wojnarowski reported earlier Monday that Joerger had agreed to a three-year, $12-million contract, with a $4-million team option for a fourth season.

Memphis Grizzlies assistant Elston Turner and ex-Toronto Raptors assistant Bill Bayno are reportedly expected to join his staff.

Joerger spent the previous three seasons as the Grizzlies' head coach, going 147-99 during his tenure. He was fired from the team last week, despite making the playoffs in each of the last three seasons.

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