NBA commissioner Adam Silver released a statement on Wednesday in light of Joe Dumars's departure from the league office to become the new head of basketball operations for the New Orleans Pelicans.
"Joe brought tremendous credibility to his role at the league office and is one of the most genuine and respected people in all of basketball," Silver said. "His exceptional playing career and tenure as an executive provided him with an elite understanding of the game and strong relationships around the NBA. We are grateful for Joe's leadership over the past three years and wish him well as begins his new role with the Pelicans."
