Alvin Gentry is at a crossroads in his career. These are stressful times of uncertain optimism, post Anthony Davis. Gentry handled the fallout well. The New Orleans Pelicans rewarded Gentry, to provide security and ease some of the worries associated with next season.
The move was all but expected. Gentry as a lame duck coach in Zion Williamson’s rookie season was not the right situation for the Pelicans new culture. Gentry is a well liked figure, especially by Gayle Benson.
His playoff coaching against Portland and poise through the Anthony Davis sage endeared him to a majority of the fan base.