Derik Queen News, Rumors, Updates - New Orleans Pelicans

Hawks clearly fleeced the Pelicans with the Derik Queen trade after pick finalized The Atlanta Hawks traded back in the 2025 draft in a masterful move that helped them take advantage of the Pelicans.

12 HOURS AGO • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Derik Queen's rookie season forced the Pelicans into a controversial Zion Williamson stance The Pelicans, as currently constructed, have a roster that looks directionless, blending players in the midst of or entering their prime wit...

5 DAYS AGO • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

The Pelicans have an obvious path to making the Zion Williamson–Derik Queen pairing unstoppable Zion Williamson and Derik Queen did not have the best start together, but a bright future is ahead for the two New Orleans Pelicans stars.

MAY 1 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Pelicans fans get alarming glimpse into future after Joe Dumars doubles down Joe Dumars’ latest comments on Zion Williamson and Derik Queen raise serious questions about the Pelicans’ direction and long-term outlook.

APRIL 16 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

New Orleans' nightmare could lead to Hawks' dream scenario next season Zion Williamson and Derik Queen can't fit with each other. Despite Joe Dumars' recent comments, could Atlanta make a push for Zion Williamso...

APRIL 16 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Derik Queen's offseason development plan takes a turn Pelicans fans will love to hear Derik Queen’s offseason development plan is taking a turn that could excite Pelicans fans as he plans to get in the lab with DeAndre Jordan.

APRIL 13 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Derik Queen ends the Pelicans' season in a way fans could only dream of Derik Queen's dominant 30-point, 22-rebound performance in the New Orleans Pelicans’ final game just gave fans a glimpse into the future.

APRIL 13 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Derik Queen Highlights vs. Minnesota Timberwolves 4/12/26

APRIL 13 • YOUTUBE

Productive despite loss Queen went for 30 points (11-28 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 22 rebounds, four assists, one steal and a block in 41 minutes during Sunday's 132-126 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Queen was dominant on the glass Sunday, collecting a career-high 22 rebounds. The impressive rookie was also able to amass 30 points by being especially aggressive in hunting his shot. This was evident in the fact that he took 28 shots from the floor, while his season high was 18 attempts coming in. Queen averaged 24.0 points, 18.3 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 2.0 blocks and 1.7 steals in 39.0 minutes per contest over his last three appearances to close the season.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves welcome back Garnett and beat Pelicans in regular-season finale as playoffs await

The Minnesota Timberwolves rested almost all their regulars for the playoffs during a 132-126 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, as franchise icon Kevin Garnett made a special...

APRIL 13 • Associated Press

Pelicans' season of uncertainty ends with a clear path forward led by Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen The New Orleans Pelicans’ turbulent 2025-26 season ultimately revealed that a future built around Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen is the best...

APRIL 11 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Big double-double in loss Queen supplied 25 points (9-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists, three blocks and one steal in 39 minutes during Friday's 144-118 loss to the Celtics.

Impact It was the 11th double-double of the season for Queen. After promoting him to a starting role earlier this year, the Pelicans somewhat curiously got away from the rookie first-rounder a bit following the All-Star break as it pertains to his playing time. Queen has made just four starts over his last 25 contests, averaging 9.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.0 steals in 22.0 minutes per game.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Derik Queen Highlights vs. Boston Celtics 4/10/26

APRIL 11 • YOUTUBE

Sam Hauser scores 24, Celtics hit 29 3s, rout Pelicans 144-118 to clinch East's No. 2 playoff seed

Sam Hauser had 24 points on eight 3-pointers, and the Boston Celtics tied the franchise and NBA record with 29 3s on their way to clinching the Eastern Conference’s No. 2 playoff s...

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Nearly triple-doubles Queen recorded 17 points (6-9 FG, 5-6 FT), 12 rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and three steals over 37 minutes during Tuesday's 156-137 win over the Jazz.

Impact With Zion Williamson, Saddiq Bey and Herbert Jones all sitting out despite being healthy, Queen entered the starting lineup and nearly put up a triple-double. The Pelicans have noting on the line in the final two games of the regular season, so Queen may get another extended look or two.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Queen is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's matchup with the Jazz.

Impact Queen should get all the run he can handle with Yves Missi (hand) out and Zion Williamson and Saddiq Bey not expected to play, so he'll make for an attractive target in daily leagues with a favorable matchup against Utah. As a starter this season, Queen owns averages of 12.7 points, 7.6 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.0 blocks per contest.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Productive off bench Thursday Queen closed with 12 points (4-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, seven assists, one block and two steals in 28 minutes off the bench during Thursday's 118-106 loss to Portland...

Impact The seven dimes represented Queen's best effort in that category since Feb. 4. The rookie center has scored in double digits in four straight games as his usage ticks back up, averaging 12.3 points, 7.0 boards, 2.5 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.8 blocks over that span in 24.0 minutes a contest.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Derik Queen's biggest flaw looks worse than ever as Pelicans fall back to square one Derik Queen's defensive struggles have reached a point where the New Orleans Pelicans may start to question their draft-night trade-up for h...

MARCH 31 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

James Borrego Takes a Clear Jab at Derik Queen & Zion Williamson After Rockets Loss The New Orleans Pelicans head coach wasn't happy with his big men's efforts on Sunday night.

MARCH 30 • SI.COM

Hawks' draft day trade looks better by the day as Pelicans rookie falters The Atlanta Hawks' draft day trade looks even better as Derik Queen's minutes continue to decline for the Pelicans.

MARCH 30 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Alperen Sengun has 36 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists as Rockets beat Pelicans 134-102

Alperen Sengun had 36 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists, Houston dominated the second quarter, and the Rockets beat the New Orleans Pelicans 134-102

MARCH 30 • Associated Press

New Orleans plays Toronto on 4-game road skid

New Orleans looks to end its four-game road slide with a win against Toronto

MARCH 27 • Associated Press

Secures double-double in loss Queen finished with 11 points (5-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-3 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 21 minutes during Thursday's 129-108 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Queen was one of the lone bright spots for the Pelicans in a blowout loss. He reached double digits in the scoring column after being held to nine points or fewer in three straight games, and he nabbed his first double-double since Jan. 16. Despite a solid night, consistent production has been tough to come by for the rookie, who has seen north of 20 minutes only five times in 13 March showings.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 24 • YOUTUBE

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MARCH 22 • YOUTUBE

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Timberwolves welcome back Garnett and beat Pelicans in regular-season finale as playoffs await

Sam Hauser scores 24, Celtics hit 29 3s, rout Pelicans 144-118 to clinch East's No. 2 playoff seed

Alperen Sengun has 36 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists as Rockets beat Pelicans 134-102

New Orleans plays Toronto on 4-game road skid