Jrue Holiday was the only truly established veteran presence on the New Orleans Pelicans roster when David Griffin was hired. Facing a season with six roster spots being taken up by players on rookie contracts, Griffin traded for Derrick Favors.
The potential All-Star center showed his veteran media savvy at the Pelicans introductory press conference. Alvin Gentry hopes he can be the same calm but forceful presence on the court. Favors is a great role model for young NBA players. He experienced a true grind to earn his starting spot.
David Griffin, going back to his time in Cleveland, he had an affinity for Favors.