Joe Dumars to Lead Pelicans as New President of Basketball Operations

Joe Dumars (New Orleans Pelicans)
April 2025

Hall of Famer Joe Dumars is finalizing a deal to become the New Orleans Pelicans’ new president of basketball operations, replacing David Griffin after the team’s 21–61 season.
Dumars brings a championship pedigree as both player and executive, having built the 2004 Pistons title team. He will work closely with GM Bryson Graham and coach Willie Green, and address Zion Williamson’s uncertain future after years of injuries.