Jrue Holiday is the undeniable leader of the New Orleans Pelicans going into next season. David Griffin has given Holiday ‘permission to dominate’ the game. Holiday will get the majority of the backcourt minutes, but his running mates will have ample opportunity to show their worth.
Holiday has played 36 minutes per game in the last two seasons. The Pelican should not require much more from him. In fact, with such a deep squad and winning expectations, Holiday could see a reduction of minutes. NBA MVP candidates do not have to lead the league in minutes played.