When Alvin Gentry was hired, he gave numerous interviews. Among his introductory press conference and later a two-part series with David Wesley on Pelicans.com, one name was notably absent from conversation: Ryan Anderson.
Normally, we should never give this much thought. Unsubstantiated speculation rarely comes to fruition. How many times has a new coach not naming a player or two led to them departing the team shortly thereafter? This is especially true when one remembers Anderson seems primed to fill a "Channing Frye" type of role.
Well, early last month, I made a mistake.