David Grubb

Baton Rouge

News and Sports Reporter at Louisiana Radio Network

Writer, Podcast Host at SB Nation

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Assistant Managing Editor at MLBbro.com

Host at Hard In the Paint with David Grubb

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Kuminga's Future Uncertain: Warriors, Nets

2 days ago | heavy.com | David Grubb

As the Golden State Warriors try to squeeze out one more playoff run in the Steph Curry era, there’s a storm brewing in the background. Jonathan Kuminga’s future with the franchise is now one of the NBA’s hottest storylines. From early-season breakout to a surprise benching, the 22-year-old forward continues to be linked to the Brooklyn Nets and is on uncertain footing in the Bay.
Celtics Injury Update: Tatum & Brown

2 days ago | heavy.com | David Grubb

The Boston Celtics opened the defense of their championship with a statement, pulling away from the Orlando Magic in the second half for a 103–86 victory in Game 1 at TD Garden. Derrick White led all scorers with 30 points, including 7-of-12 shooting from deep, and Jrue Holiday sparked a third-quarter run that flipped the game’s momentum.
Jrue Holiday: Celtics' Unsung MVP

2 days ago | heavy.com | David Grubb

In any playoff series, the outcome is usually dictated by stars who fill up stat sheets. However, Jrue Holiday shows that value in the NBA goes beyond the box score. The Boston Celtics guard scored just nine points in their 114-94 win over the Orlando Magic in Game 1, but his fingerprints were all over the victory.
Joe Dumars and the Pelicans: A Sudden Shift That Raises More Questions Than Answers

1 week ago | thebirdwrites.com | David Grubb

The New Orleans Pelicans have never been a franchise known for stability. But even by their standards, firing David Griffin and moving on to Joe Dumars as the new head of basketball operations in less than a day seems…hasty. Griffin’s dismissal didn’t come as a complete surprise. After six seasons, his tenure will be remembered more for injuries, inconsistency, and friction with multiple coaching staffs.
Zion Williamson Trade Update: Pelicans Moving On?

1 week ago | heavy.com | David Grubb

The New Orleans Pelicans and Zion Williamson may be ready to part ways. The Pelicans have already made one significant change this offseason. Executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin will not return, with Hall of Famer and current NBA executive Joe Dumars emerging as the likely choice to take over basketball operations.
Kuminga's Future in Jeopardy - Trade for LaVine?

1 week ago | heavy.com | David Grubb

Jonathan Kuminga’s future with the Golden State Warriors is looking increasingly uncertain, as hewwas benched in the team’s regular-season finale and has seen a sharp decline in minutes since the arrival of Jimmy Butler. Kuminga, once seen as a key piece of the Warriors’ next era, received his first DNP-CD (Did Not Play – Coach’s Decision) of the season during Sunday’s critical overtime loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. A loss that forced the Warriors into the Play-In tournament.
Joe Dumars Emerges as Frontrunner to Lead Pelicans

1 week ago | thebirdwrites.com | David Grubb

Following the recent dismissal of David Griffin, the New Orleans Pelicans are reportedly eyeing NBA Hall of Famer Joe Dumars as the leading candidate to assume the role of Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Dumars is a “serious frontrunner” for the position, with both parties expected to engage in discussions to finalize a deal by the end of the week. Dumars has a strong resume as an executive, leading the Detroit Pistons from 2000 to 2014.
Pelicans Fire David Griffin: A New Era Begins in New Orleans

1 week ago | thebirdwrites.com | David Grubb

The New Orleans Pelicans finished the 2024–25 season with a dismal 21–61 record, the second-worst in franchise history. The team struggled through injuries, inconsistency, and an apparent lack of organizational direction. The Pels ended their season quietly with a 115–100 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, but it was clear that changes were coming. On Monday, the Pelicans announced they had parted ways with Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations David Griffin.
Valiant Effort Not Enough As Pelicans Drop Season Finale

1 week ago | thebirdwrites.com | David Grubb

There were no postseason implications on the line this time. No dramatic finish or buzzer-beater. Just a season finale between two teams headed in opposite directions. With nearly every regular contributor unavailable and Oklahoma City already locked into the top seed in the Western Conference, Sunday’s 115-100 loss bore little resemblance to the high-stakes clashes the New Orleans Pelicans and Oklahoma City Thunder have had in recent Aprils.
Worst Season in Pelicans History to End Against NBA's Best

1 week ago | thebirdwrites.com | David Grubb

After starting with such promise, the New Orleans Pelicans will stumble across the finish line of the most disappointing season in franchise history. It doesn’t feel like a coincidence that the team that ended the prior two campaigns, the Oklahoma City Thunder, will put the lid on the 2024-25 season. There’s nothing on the line in Sunday’s regular season finale at the Smoothie King Center—just a formality between two teams heading in opposite directions.

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