With Joe Dumars now officially taking over as the New Orleans Pelicans’ president of basketball operations, he steps into a pivotal role with two major decisions looming, according to Rod Walker of NOLA.com.
As he begins shaping the franchise’s future, New Orleans’ top executive will first need to evaluate the status of head coach Willie Green.
Determining whether Green remains the right leader for the team moving forward will be Dumars’ first major test in his new role.
The second, and perhaps even more consequential decision, centers around the future of star forward Zion Williamson.
Dumars must assess whether Zion should continue to be the cornerstone of the franchise or if it’s time to explore trade options and pivot toward a new long-term vision.
With Williamson’s immense talent but ongoing injury concerns and questions about his fit with the team, the choice won’t be easy, and it could define the New executive’s tenure with the Pelicans.
As the offseason unfolds, all eyes will be on Dumars to see how he navigates these critical decisions and sets the tone for the organization’s next chapter.
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