Dell Demps


Delano J. Demps is an American professional basketball executive and former player. He was most recently the general manager of the New Orleans Hornets/Pelicans from 2010 to 2019, being replaced by Danny Ferry on an interim basis. A 6'3" guard from the University of the Pacific, Demps played for the Golden State Warriors, San Antonio Spurs, and Orlando Magic, despite being undrafted. Born in Long Beach, California, Demps played high school basketball for Mt. Eden High School in Hayward, California.
Demps also played in France, Greece, Croatia, Turkey and the Philippines. Demps was a former PBA import back in the 1990s. He played with Shell and 7-Up.

Personal life

Demps has three children: Jourdan Johnson, Tre, and Riley Demps. He is married to Anita Demps.