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Pelicans Fire David Griffin Following Disastrous Season

The decision signals a new direction for the franchise after a 21-61 record and persistent injury struggles.

Sep 26, 2022; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans vice president of basketball operations David Griffin during a press conference at the New Orleans Pelicans Media Day from the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports/ File Photo
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New Orleans Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin watches from the stands with his wife Meredith Hale Griffin in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Oklahoma City Thunder in New Orleans, Sunday, April 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Overview

  • David Griffin, executive vice president of basketball operations, was fired after six seasons with the New Orleans Pelicans.
  • The Pelicans suffered their second-worst record in franchise history this season, finishing 21-61, heavily impacted by injuries to key players like Zion Williamson and Dejounte Murray.
  • Owner Gayle Benson emphasized the need for a fresh front office approach to build a culture of sustainable success and pursue an NBA Championship.
  • The future of head coach Willie Green and star player Zion Williamson remains uncertain as the organization begins its rebuilding process.
  • Griffin's tenure included notable moves like drafting Williamson and trading Anthony Davis, but the team only made two playoff appearances with no series wins.