Well this is interesting.
The architect of the Cleveland Cavaliers only NBA Championship is now taking over in New Orleans.
David Griffin has been named the new Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations for the New Orleans Pelicans according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.
Griffin knows a thing or two about managing superstars and brings instant credibility to the Pelicans franchise.
Having been essential to bringing LeBron James back to Cleveland, Griffin constructed the roster that won the franchise’s first NBA title.
This is a big development on the Anthony Davis front as it shows the Pelicans are serious about turning things around.
This could lead Davis to think twice about leaving the organization if Griffin can convince him of a new vision and direction for the team.
For now Griffin will be charged with rebuilding the Pelicans and trying to convince Davis to stay, or navigating his departure from the team.