The NBA free-agent rumor mill swirled with activity during the wee hours of July 1, but without making any roster changes, the New Orleans Pelicans hijacked that day’s early headlines when Anthony Davis verbally agreed to sign a five-year contract extension, the first minute it was allowed. Finally permitted by rule to discuss Davis’ rapid-fire decision Thursday, Alvin Gentry said he wasn’t surprised that the two-time All-Star wasted no time in committing to a long-term future in the Crescent City.
“I think with him, first of all he loves the city,” Gentry said. “He loves what’s going on here.