1) Alvin Gentry will be introduced as the Pelicans’ new head coach at 3:30 p.m. today, in a press conference held inside the team’s practice facility. He previously coached in New Orleans as an assistant for the 2002-03 Hornets.
2) Gentry’s first stop will be an appearance on the Black & Blue Report. Check the site later today for his full interview on the show. He will also be visiting various local TV stations and media this week.
3) Preparations continue for Thursday’s 2015 NBA Draft. New Orleans owns a second-round pick (the 56th overall choice). Leading up to the draft, NBA TV and CBS Sports Network have extensive preview coverage Monday-Thursday (check listings).