Why the wave of advanced analytics in the NBA has created organizational chaos in Memphis.
In a move that had long been rumored over the past few seasons, the Memphis Grizzlies fired head coach Dave Joerger on Saturday after three seasons in charge. Joerger took over from previous coach Lionel Hollins in a similarly controversial affair; Hollins’ wasn’t renewed despite reaching the Western Conference Finals and achieving consecutive seasons with at least a .600 winning percentage. There is one theme that stands out from both these curious coaching changes: the Grizzlies’ front office and their inability to align the organization’s goals with those of their coaching staff.