Ive never really known the state of Louisiana for being a huge Basketball state. We have already had an NBA team here before and they moved.
Its kind of like Los Angeles wanting a Football team again. LA to me isnt a great Football city at all. LA is all about the Lakers and nothing but the Lakers.
Also, look at the Tampa Bay Rays. They had a great team last year and they couldnt get anyone to come to their games.
Sometimes, for whatever reason, these things just happen.
Louisiana is all about the New Orleans Saints and LSU Tigers Football. I dunno if that will ever change.