The New Orleans Pelicans are undergoing significant changes following a disappointing season that saw them finish second-to-last in the Western Conference. The team began restructuring, starting with the front office by appointing Joe Dumars as their new head basketball executive. Now, attention turns to their roster.
Reports indicate that the Pelicans are open to exploring all avenues for improvement, even if that means making drastic moves. According to Kevin O’Connor, “There are no untouchables in New Orleans,” suggesting that the team is gauging the market for everyone on their roster.
The New Orleans Pelicans don’t have any untouchable players on their roster, per @KevinOConnorNBA
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) May 30, 2025
“There are no untouchables in New Orleans. League sources say the Pelicans are gauging the market for everyone on their roster. They very well could end up keeping their core… pic.twitter.com/gdDoUjNFwq
While the Pelicans may end up keeping their core pieces, including Zion Williamson, it appears they are considering different paths this summer, depending on what opportunities become available. The organization struggled to make a deep playoff run in recent years, failing to advance past the round since 2018. The last time they reached the second round was in 2018, and since then, they have made the playoffs just twice, both being eliminated in the first round without posing a serious threat to their opponents.
With Joe Dumars’s appointment and their openness to roster changes, the Pelicans are signaling their intent to rebuild and reshape the team for future success. The coming months will remain crucial as the organization evaluates its options and makes decisions that could significantly impact the team’s direction.
New Orleans Pelicans Restructure Front Office After An Early Exit From The 2025 Season
The New Orleans Pelicans are recasting their front office after a disappointing 2025 season, headlined by hiring Joe Dumars as president of basketball operations. Joining him are Tony Weaver, the senior VP; Jason Herver, the director of player personnel; and Davis Smith, the basketball operations manager.
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Welcome to New Orleans! 👏
— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) May 28, 2025
🏀 Troy Weaver, Senior Vice President of Basketball Operations
🏀 Jason Hervey, Director of Player Personnel
🏀 Davis Smith, Basketball Operations Manager pic.twitter.com/WTdKF6TrXD
Weaver, best known for advocating the Thunder’s 2008 draft of Russell Westbrook, had mixed results as general manager of the Pistons but brought in young talent like Cade Cunningham. The Pelicans also drafted well, but injuries, particularly to Zion Williamson, hindered their progress. This restructured leadership group now faces the challenges of reshaping the team’s future.
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