Derik Queen News, Rumors, Updates - New Orleans Pelicans

Hits for 19 off bench Queen totaled 19 points (6-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 29 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 137-117 loss to the Clippers.

Impact The Pelicans' top two scorers on the night both came from the second unit, as Jeremiah Fears paced the team with a career-high 28 points. Queen hadn't scored more than eight points in any of the prior three games since shifting back to the bench, while DeAndre Jordan has done little since joining the starting five. Even with the Pelicans in full tank mode, it's not clear how long that arrangement might last.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Clippers beat the Pelicans 137-117 to end a 3-game losing streak

Kawhi Leonard scored 23 points and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the New Orleans Pelicans 137-117 on Sunday night to end a three-game losing streak

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Pelicans face the Clippers, aim for 5th straight victory

New Orleans is looking to prolong its four-game win streak with a victory over Los Angeles

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Derik Queen drops dime to Yves Missi on and-one dunk #pelicans #highlights #nba

3 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Bey leads New Orleans against Utah after 42-point game

New Orleans visits the Utah Jazz after Saddiq Bey scored 42 points in the Pelicans' 129-118 victory over the Utah Jazz

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Top Player Prop Bets for Pelicans vs. Jazz on February 26, 2026 Sportsbooks have listed player props for Derik Queen and others when the New Orleans Pelicans visit the Utah Jazz at Delta Center on Thursda...

5 DAYS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Won't start vs. Golden State Queen won't start against the Warriors on Tuesday.

Impact With Dejounte Murray starting in his return from a torn Achilles, the Pelicans will keep DeAndre Jordan in the starting five and deploy Queen off the bench for the first time since Nov. 14. The rookie first-rounder has averaged 12.4 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 2.2 combined steals-plus-blocks while shooting 56.4 percent from the field in 27.1 minutes per game across seven February appearances.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Top Player Prop Bets for Warriors vs. Pelicans on February 24, 2026 Those looking to place a player prop wager can find odds for Brandin Podziemski, Derik Queen and others in the Golden State Warriors-New Orl...

FEBRUARY 24 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

The Pelicans missed their shot at a long-term frontcourt partner for Derik Queen The New Orleans Pelicans will be forced to pivot after missing out on a golden chance to land Derik Queen's dream front-court mate.

FEBRUARY 23 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Podziemski, Warriors take on the Pelicans

New Orleans plays Golden State in a matchup of Western Conference teams

FEBRUARY 23 • Associated Press

It took one game for the Pelicans biggest need next to Derik Queen to become clear The New Orleans Pelicans are in desperate need of a true seven-footer, and DeAndre Jordan playing Derik Queen just proved that.

FEBRUARY 22 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

DeAndre Jordan on win, Pelicans fans | On-court Postgame Interview vs. 76ers 2/21/26

FEBRUARY 22 • YOUTUBE

Productive at both ends Friday Queen registered 18 points (7-10 FG, 4-6 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, two blocks and three steals across 28 minutes during Friday's 139-118 loss to Milwaukee.

Impact The rookie center just missed recording his 11th double-double of the season, and Queen's five combined steals and blocks was his highest total since the calendar flipped to 2026 -- he racked up five blocks and two steals against the Bulls on New Years Eve. Queen is still prone to some inconsistency, but over the last eight games he's flashed an impressive collection of skills, averaging 13.5 points, 6.6 boards, 3.4 assists, 1.1 steals, 1.1 blocks and 0.9 threes while shooting 57.1 percent from the floor and 63.6 percent (7-for-11) from long distance.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

The Pelicans may have just accidentally built the next Eastern Conference contender The New Orleans Pelicans draft night trade for Derik Queen has positioned the Atlanta Hawks to build something special.

FEBRUARY 19 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Rising Stars game just exposed the Pelicans' biggest long-term problem Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears shined at Rising Stars, but their breakout may expose a long-term dilemma the Pelicans can’t ignore.

FEBRUARY 15 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Continues filling up box score Queen notched eight points (4-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals across 24 minutes during Monday's 120-94 win over the Kings.

Impact With the Pelicans buried in the standings, the rookie first-rounder looks to be cemented as the team's top center from here on out. Queen has been prone to the occasional dud, but he's shown plenty of potential across the board in 2025-26. Over his last eight outings, Queen has averaged 11.4 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.9 blocks in 25.7 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Derik Queen | Pelicans-Timberwolves Postgame Interview 2/6/2026

FEBRUARY 7 • YOUTUBE

Derik Queen Highlights vs. Minnesota Timberwolves 2/6/26

FEBRUARY 7 • YOUTUBE

Pelicans erase 18-point second-half deficit in 119-115 win over Timberwolves

Saddiq Bay scored 30 points, including two free throws, as the New Orleans Pelicans overcame an 18-point deficit to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-115

FEBRUARY 7 • Associated Press

New Orleans takes on Minnesota following Murphy's 44-point showing

New Orleans visits the Minnesota Timberwolves after Trey Murphy III scored 44 points in the Pelicans' 141-137 overtime loss to the Milwaukee Bucks

FEBRUARY 5 • Associated Press

Strong showing in loss Queen accumulated 16 points (5-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals over 31 minutes during Monday's 102-95 loss to Charlotte.

Impact This was a terrific showing for the rookie as he continues to be a bright spot for the club. Although the Pelicans do not have their first-round pick this season, the team may end up being sellers at the trade deadline. If they unload a player or two, Queen could potentially see a bump in usage.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Pelicans have new deadline target to help maximize Derik Queen With the trade deadline heating up, the New Orleans Pelicans have a new big-time trade target that can help Derik Queen take his play to a n...

FEBRUARY 3 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Derik Queen Highlights vs. Charlotte Hornets 2/2/2026

FEBRUARY 2 • YOUTUBE

Hornets fight back from 22 down to beat Pelicans 102-95 for 7th straight victory

LaMelo Ball overcame an early head-to-head collision with coach Charles Lee to score 24 points, and the surging Charlotte Hornets fought back from a 22-point deficit to beat the Ne...

FEBRUARY 2 • Associated Press

Derik Queen Oops ⬆️ Trey Murphy III #pelicans #nba #shorts

FEBRUARY 2 • YOUTUBE

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