Oleh Kosel: Honestly, I wouldn't be surprised to learn that the truth consists of a little sprinkling from every rumor and story that's been printed. Demps and Williams' relationship was not in good harmony. Among probably other things, they clashed about personnel. Each reported to Mickey Loomis, not Monty to Dell. Long-term, I'm sure the Pelicans' brass had concerns about signing Monty to another extension. Lastly, there appears to have been a change of heart to speed up the process. Too much pointed to New Orleans going in one direction only to then suddenly change course.