Joe Dumars, the new executive vice president of basketball operations for the New Orleans Pelicans, emphasized his commitment to maintaining high standards for player behavior and performance during his introduction. Commenting on Zion Williamson, he noted their positive conversations but also acknowledged the challenges Williamson has faced, including injuries and off-court issues. Dumars stressed that a culture of reliability is essential for success, stating, 'You have to set standards -- and you can't waver from those standards.' As the franchise looks to rebound from a disappointing season, Dumars aims to solidify a path forward.
In his general comments at team headquarters, Dumars indicated that his tolerance for players who are unreliable on the court and irresponsible off of it will be low.
Dumars emphasized the importance of setting standards in the organization, stating, 'You have to set standards -- and you can't waver from those standards.'
Williamson has shown the potential to be a transformational star, averaging 24.7 points in 214 games, but injuries have sidetracked his career.
Dumars pointed out that standards that change over time are detrimental to elite performance, arguing that allowing things to slide is 'not elite anything.'
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