Sources: Dumars near deal to be Pels' president
Briefly

Joe Dumars, a Naismith Hall of Famer and former executive of the Detroit Pistons, is finalizing a deal to become the new president of basketball operations for the New Orleans Pelicans, replacing David Griffin. Dumars has a strong resume, having previously served as the executive vice president of basketball operations for the NBA and the chief strategy officer of the Sacramento Kings. In New Orleans, he will work alongside general manager Bryson Graham and head coach Willie Green, with crucial discussions expected regarding star forward Zion Williamson's future, especially after the Pelicans finished the season with a poor record of 21-61.
Naismith Hall of Famer Joe Dumars is finalizing a deal to become the new president of basketball operations of the New Orleans Pelicans.
Dumars returns to his home state of Louisiana and replaces David Griffin as head of basketball operations for the Pelicans.
In terms of the Pelicans' roster, the franchise will assuredly have candid conversations with star forward Zion Williamson on his summer direction.
The Pelicans finished this season at 21-61 -- the fourth-worst record in the league, ahead of only the Jazz, Wizards, and Hornets.
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