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New Orleans Pelicans Alvin Gentry on Davis trade: “That’s a haul folks”

ByChristopher Dodson|
CHICAGO, IL - MAY 14: Head Coach Alvin Gentry of the New Orleans Pelicans smiles during the 2019 NBA Draft Lottery on May 14, 2019 at the Chicago Hilton in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Randy Belice/NBAE via Getty Images)
CHICAGO, IL - MAY 14: Head Coach Alvin Gentry of the New Orleans Pelicans smiles during the 2019 NBA Draft Lottery on May 14, 2019 at the Chicago Hilton in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Randy Belice/NBAE via Getty Images)

The New Orleans Pelicans franchise and fan base has made a clean break from the Anthony Davis era. Alvin Gentry seems downright jovial about the future.

Anthony Davis is moving on, and it seems the organization is as well. Andrew Doak of WWLTV reported that New Orleans Pelicans head coach Alvin Gentry responded, “That’s a haul, folks” when asked about the Anthony Davis trade. That is such a lovely quip to play on Anthony Davis’ shirt selection for his final New Orleans exit.

Gentry continues to endear himself to the New Orleans Pelicans fan base. His forthright nature is appreciated by the media.

Gentry has the freedom to be himself working for Gayle Benson. Being in the city, there is a feeling the whole organization is refreshed now that it is autonomous from the New Orleans Saints structure. The clip of Alvin Gentry reacting at the Draft Lottery sums it up quickly.

Football is staid, closed off by its very nature; even for the audacious Saints. This new lease on life has most Pelicans fans and front office types practically euphoric. With such feeling flowing, holding comments is tough. Gentry let the Pelicans’ feelings fly in a supposedly off-the-cuff pun.

The NBA is a league of outspoken personalities, which leads to a variety of perceptions. Gentry’s comments spoke volumes. Even with a little bit of shade being thrown, Gentry still comes off as a fun players’ coach.

Gentry has flourished in his role as face and voice of the front office. Ever since the Anthony Davis trade demand was issued, Alvin Gentry has been a relief valve for tensions while keeping his frank and honest voice.

Alvin Gentry has been a class act since arriving in New Orleans. His personality and style of play has fit with the city better than most expected. He has won over doubters, even in some Pelicans losses. Check that timeout against Phoenix towards the end of the season for the most recent evidence.

Alvin Gentry still needs to win with the current group next season. It helps him to keep his jovial nature, which matches the New Orleans Pelicans’ upbeat nature perfectly.

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