Pistons to Appoint Trajan Langdon as President of Basketball Operations

Langdon's hiring grants him authority to reshape the team after a challenging season and poor draft position.

Detroit Pistons are finalizing a deal to hire Trajan Langdon from the New Orleans Pelicans.
Langdon will have broad authority to make organizational changes, including decisions on coach Monty Williams and GM Troy Weaver.
The Pistons had a league-worst 14-68 record last season and hold the fifth overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft.
Owner Tom Gores is prepared to cover the remaining $60 million on Williams' contract if Langdon opts for a new head coach.
Langdon brings a strong track record in player personnel and draft decisions from his tenure with the Pelicans and Nets.