Pelicans restructure performance staff to enhance player care

The New Orleans Pelicans are implementing significant changes to their performance staff following the end of the season. The restructuring affects areas including athletic training, mental health, and rehabilitation, marked by the departure of many staff members. The team's G-League affiliate training staff has been brought in to assist during the hiring process. A person familiar with the changes noted that the goal is to improve the overall standards of medical and performance support, incorporating advanced technologies and data-driven systems. The Pelicans aim to foster an environment focusing on integration and proactive care.

• 2:27 PMYahoo Sports — “The goal is to elevate the overall standard of …