The drama surrounding Anthony Davis just hit another gear.

Pelicans general manager Dell Demps has been let go, ESPN.com reported on Friday, adding yet another layer to the complicated situation.

Davis recently requested a trade, the Pelicans held onto him at the trade deadline, and now the general manager has been fired. Davis’ preference, it has been reported, is to land with the Lakers and LeBron James. The two share an agent, Rich Paul.

Special adviser Danny Ferry is expected to replace, ESPN reported. Demps had the job since July 2010, and led the Pelicans to the playoffs three times. Whoever takes the job over permanently will have to wade through the complicated trade waters again this summer, when the team is expected to shop Davis again. The Lakers and Celtics are likely the top suitors.

Pelicans ownership wants Ferry to not give in to Davis’ preferred trade destinations unless it makes sense for the team, according to ESPN. The team was furious that Davis left Thursday’s game early with Paul to get an MRI exam after suffering a shoulder injury.

Pelicans coach Alvin Gentry called the constant talk about Davis a “dumpster fire” on Thursday night.

And it ultimately cost Demps his job.