LAS VEGAS – New Orleans Pelicans summer league forward Sanjay Lumpkin was too young at the time to remember any moments from his father’s playing career as a defensive back for the New Orleans Saints. But as a 15-year-old on Feb. 7, 2010, Sanjay distinctly recalls how proud Sean Lumpkin was to see his old NFL team reach the pinnacle of the sport. Father and son watched as the Saints made history, defeating Indianapolis 31-17 for the franchise’s first Super Bowl title.
“My dad was really excited,” said a smiling Sanjay, who is now 23. “He was super excited and happy for New Orleans.