The New Orleans Pelicans have parted methods with Government Vice President of Basketball Operations David Griffin, it was introduced as we speak by Pelicans Governor Gayle Benson.
“After appreciable thought and analysis, I’ve determined to alleviate David Griffin of his duties as government vp of basketball operations,” Benson stated. “This was a troublesome choice, however one which I really feel is critical presently to deliver a contemporary method to our entrance workplace and construct a tradition that can ship sustainable success, on and off the court docket. I’m dedicated to hiring the suitable particular person to guide our basketball operations division and ship an NBA Championship to our metropolis. That’s what our followers deserve. I’m actually appreciative of David for his management and plenty of contributions to the Pelicans group and the New Orleans neighborhood during the last six years. We want David and his spouse, Meredith, and their household all the perfect shifting ahead.”
Griffin was named the staff’s Government Vice President of Basketball Operations on April 17, 2019. Below Griffin’s management, the Pelicans compiled a document of 209-263 during the last six seasons which included two playoff appearances (2021-22 and 2023-24). New Orleans completed the 2024-25 common season with a 21-61 document.
Benson added, “Whereas our focus is a championship on the court docket, we’re additionally ensuring that we do the identical off the court docket, by persevering with to prioritize the fan expertise, and guaranteeing our video games are simply accessible throughout our total Gulf South area on a number of handy platforms. As well as, we’re working to find out the perfect path ahead to rework the Smoothie King Heart into the perfect area within the NBA. We stay up for delivering on these priorities for our followers.”
