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Monty Williams said he will continue working to become a better coach, saying he plans to speak with coaches from other sports, including some NFL coaches. “During the season, I talk to a number of coaches, whether it be (Gregg Popovich), Coach (Larry) Brown or Nate (McMillan),’’ Williams said. "This summer I’m going to do some different things, maybe talk to some guys in different sports. Last year I got the chance to sit down and listen to (Tony) LaRussa and it was eye-opening some of the things he said that I was able to use this year. New Orleans Times-Picayune

New Orleans Hornets, Monty Williams 

Regardless of what decision the Pelicans make about Gordon’s future, Loomis said the franchise is in good hands with Williams and Demps. Loomis gave them both extensions before the regular season began. "I think, most importantly, we absolutely have the right coach in Monty Williams,’’ Loomis said. "He’s everything that we’re looking for to lead our basketball team. "We absolutely have the right general manager in Dell Demps. He and his staff made a number of significant moves in this last offseason, and we’re looking forward to having a great offseason plan from him and his staff and from Monty as well.’’ New Orleans Times-Picayune

New Orleans Hornets, Coaching, Monty Williams, Dell Demps, Mickey Loomis 

Will you stay here long-term with the Pelicans? Greivis Vasquez: That’s my goal. I don’t want to leave here on these terms, of having two years in a row where we’re struggling and rebuilding. I want a chance to really help my team and lead them to a playoff run. I think it’s going to be very soon. What we’ve got to do this summer as individuals is all get better. I know Monty is going to be ready. We’ve got to be ready for Monty and get this team where we want it to be. NBA.com

Greivis Vasquez, New Orleans Pelicans 

Garrett Temple grew up in nearby Baton Rouge, and I asked him how he felt about the name. "Out of the 30 NBA teams, I really wished it wouldn’t be New Orleans,” he said. “But, it is the state bird. I learned about that in sixth grade in Louisiana history, that the pelican was the state bird. Not that I’ve seen a lot of pelicans in New Orleans. Washington Post

Washington Wizards, Garrett Temple, New Orleans Pelicans 

“I wish we could just get the Jazz back, because there’s a lot of jazz in New Orleans,” Temple continued. “There’s not a lot of jazz in Utah. I don’t know what Utah would be. Do a name trade, something.” Washington Post

Utah Jazz, Washington Wizards, Garrett Temple, New Orleans Pelicans 

With their payroll expected to decrease to just under $35 million, not including NBA draft signees, Monty Williams said they will pursue trying to sign some veteran free agents. ``We’re looking at that,’’ Williams said. ``We don’t want to bring in veterans for veterans' sake. We want to bring in the right guys that’s maybe familiar with our system or guys that I may have a relationship with that may want to do it. New Orleans Times-Picayune

New Orleans Hornets, Free Agency, Monty Williams 

Following last night’s final game of the 2012-13 season, the New Orleans Hornets officially took on the team’s new identity as the New Orleans Pelicans. The team will participate in its first NBA event as the Pelicans on May 21 at the 2013 NBA Draft Lottery. The Pelicans launched their new website today, www.pelicans.com, as well as introducing a new presence in social media on Twitter (@pelicansnba), Facebook (Facebook.com/pelicansnba) and Instagram (@pelicansnba). As the Pelicans introduce their new mascot, new uniforms and a new name and look for the dance team, fans will have the opportunity to be a part of the process and should stay tuned for more information on www.pelicans.com. Official Pelicans merchandise is also available on the team’s site. NBA.com

New Orleans Hornets, New Orleans Pelicans 

Jim Eichenhofer: Greivis Vasquez on '13-14: "I think next year we’re going to be more prepared and more experienced. I think we’ll take a huge step forward” Twitter @Jim_Eichenhofer

New Orleans Hornets, Greivis Vasquez 

Jim Eichenhofer: Ryan Anderson on imminent Pelicans change: "I love the Pelicans logo. It really is just like a fresh start. That's what it feels like." Twitter @Jim_Eichenhofer

Ryan Anderson, New Orleans Pelicans 

The 2008 departure of the Sonics has appeared to influence Stern's approach to the movement of franchises -- and therefore made it more difficult for Seattle to regain an NBA franchise. When the Hornets were in danger of being sold to an owner who might have moved the franchise out of New Orleans, Stern took the drastic step of using NBA money to buy the franchise. He was committed to keeping the team in New Orleans and sold the team for $338 million to Tom Benson, the local owner of the Saints, who next season will rebrand them as the Pelicans while entrenching the team in Louisiana. "He can't have a second incident of helping a team leave a market," said an NBA owner of Stern. "Seattle was bad enough. And I'm sure he feels that Seattle had a chance to keep the team the first time around. "The bottom line is that the incumbent always gets the last shot. You don't want teams moving around." SI.com

New Orleans Hornets, Sacramento Kings, Seattle SuperSonics, David Stern, Tom Benson 

“Obviously, Ryan can shoot the ball, but I am really impressed with the fact he is not afraid to take big shots,” said Williams, whose team wraps up its home schedule hosting the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday and the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday. “Sometimes he will take shots that most people will call bad shots but he’s got the heart to take it. “You can tell he has been around good coaching and that’s something I value. He’s a solid guy, which is what we needed in our locker room. He’s a leader in training right now.” New Orleans Times-Picayune

New Orleans Hornets, Ryan Anderson 

New Orleans Hornets rookie F/C Anthony Davis sustained a sprained Medial Collateral Ligament and bone bruise in his left knee during last night’s contest against the Sacramento Kings. Further evaluations and an MRI performed today by team physicians revealed no additional structural damage. As a result, Davis will miss the remainder of the season. NBA.com

New Orleans Hornets, Injuries, Anthony Davis 

Antonio Vazquez: I'm told the New Orleans Hornets will be officially renamed as Pelicans in a week. Twitter @antoniovv

New Orleans Hornets, New Orleans Pelicans 

Marc J. Spears: Hornets forward Anthony Davis has a sprained MCL & bone bruise in LT knee & will miss rest of season,but there is no other structural damage Twitter @SpearsNBAYahoo

New Orleans Hornets, Injuries, Anthony Davis 

John Reid: Results of Hornets forward Anthony Davis'MRI test expected to be released sometime today Twitter @JohnReid64

New Orleans Hornets, Injuries, Anthony Davis 

Davis did not return after scoring 13 points and grabbing 10 rebounds in the Hornets' 121-110 loss to the Kings. "I think he's OK, but I don't want to jump the gun,'' Hornets Coach Monty Williams said. "I didn't see the play yet, but he said Marcus landed on his knee. He said he's a little sore.'' New Orleans Times-Picayune

New Orleans Hornets, Injuries, Anthony Davis 

Scott Howard-Cooper: Anthony Davis leaves locker room limping. Hornets calling it sprained left knee, but say No. 1 pick will have tests in N.O. on Thursday. Twitter @SHowardCooper

New Orleans Hornets, Injuries, Anthony Davis 

`` He’s a dynamic guard, that’s why I push him,’’ said Williams, who plans to start Gordon for the second consecutive since the incident on Tuesday night when the Hornets play the Lakers at the Staples Center. ``I’m not going to allow him to settle for where he is in his career right now. He’s got to get better. If he gets better, he should be an All-Star someday.’’ Gordon admitted the conflict was a heat of the moment situation that shouldn't be blown out of proportion. ``It got very heated in the moment, but I’m not letting none of that get to me,’’ Gordon said. ``I’m just out here, still trying to play.’’ New Orleans Times-Picayune

New Orleans Hornets, Monty Williams, Eric Gordon 

Gordon’s situation is a little different – he is not happy in New Orleans and hasn’t kept that a big secret. The franchise matched his contract for two reasons – primarily, you don’t get ahead in the NBA letting star level players walk without compensation and secondarily there was a hope Gordon would come around to what the Hornets are building and buy in, especially with all the uncertainties now out of the way. HoopsWorld

New Orleans Hornets, Trade, Eric Gordon 

A majority of fans in New Orleans have not forgotten the comments Gordon made last summer after he became a restricted free agent and agreed to a four-year, $58 million offer sheet with the Suns, which the Hornets matched even though Gordon said his "heart was in Phoenix." The Hornets were unable to pull off a trade involving Gordon before the February trade deadline, but the franchise is still likely to remain open to trading him after this season ends, according to sources Saturday. New Orleans Times-Picayune

New Orleans Hornets, Trade, Eric Gordon