Looking at the definition of a generational talent, Zion Williamson is the first since Anthony Davis to meet that standard. David Griffin knows this, as does the rest of the hoops universe. That’s why the reactions from Griffin, Alvin Gentry, and the New Orleans Pelicans extended family were so exuberant.
After Griffin’s blood pressure returned to a somewhat normal level, he started giving interviews. In between shouts of congratulations and head rubs from Alvin Gentry, Griffin put out some very professional and mostly positive answers.
Griffin’s quotes were also some high-grade, professional-level, Crash Davis award winning executive speak.