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Pelicans Rookie Adorably Asked Jordan Poole If He Had to Wear Team Warmups on Bench Derik Queen needed to know.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • SI.COM

Derik Queen interview | Pelicans-Spurs Postgame 10/24/2025

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Wembanyama has 29 points, 11 rebounds and 9 blocks to lead Spurs past Pelicans, 120-116 in OT

Victor Wembanyama had 29 points, 11 rebounds and nine blocks before fouling out early in overtime, and the San Antonio Spurs held on to beat the New Orleans Pelicans 120-116

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Crashes glass in loss Queen notched three points (1-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and one block in 14 minutes during Wednesday's 128-122 loss to the Grizzlies.

Impact Queen didn't play much in the regular-season opener, but he made his presence felt on the boards. It remains to be seen what kind of role the rookie center will have in his first season, but he could make an impact from a fantasy perspective if he continues to crash the glass in limited minutes off the bench.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pelicans are clear winners of the 2025 NBA draft following opening night Despite losing 128-122 to the Memphis Grizzlies on opening night, Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears are oozing All-Star potential for the New O...

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Will play season opener Queen (wrist) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's season opener against the Grizzlies.

Impact Queen went down with a torn ligament in his left wrist during the Las Vegas Summer League, which resulted in him missing the entire preseason. Queen will likely see some time right out of the gate to start his rookie campaign with Kevon Looney dealing with a knee injury.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Queen (wrist) is expected to play in Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies, Erin Summers of the Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network reports.

Impact Pelicans coach Willie Green said Queen would be evaluated after Tuesday's practice, but if all goes well, he's expected to get the green light to suit up. Queen sustained a torn scapholunate ligament in his left wrist during a Summer League game in July and ended up missing the preseason for the Pelicans. With Kevon Looney (knee) sidelined, Queen could see some run behind Yves Missi.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pelicans' Willie Green reveals plan for Derik Queen after first contact practice Pelicans coach Willie Green said the team will continue to monitor Derik Queen after the rookie was cleared to resume full basketball activi...

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Pelicans lottery pick Derik Queen cleared to resume full basketball activities Pelicans lottery pick Derik Queen cleared to resume full basketball activities

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Cleared to return Queen (wrist) has been cleared to resume full basketball activities, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Queen sustained a torn scapholunate ligament in his left wrist during a Pelicans Summer League game on July 15 and had surgery on July 18 to address it. With this clearance, it is possible Queen is able to appear in the Pelicans' regular-season opener Wednesday against the Grizzlies.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to return Queen (wrist) has been cleared to resume full basketball activities, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pelicans' Willie Green says Derik Queen is 'really close' to next step in injury rehab Pelicans coach Willie Green said Thursday that rookie center Derik Queen is close to taking the next step in his rehabilitation from a wrist...

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Unavailable Thursday Queen (wrist) was held out of Thursday's preseason game against the Wizards.

Impact Queen has been rehabbing from left wrist surgery and isn't yet cleared to return to game action. His next chance to return will arrive during the regular-season opener Wednesday in Memphis.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Tuesday Queen (wrist) didn't play in Tuesday's 130-128 preseason loss to the Rockets.

Impact Queen is still recovering from left wrist surgery he underwent in mid-July, and there remains no timetable for his return to game action. His final opportunity to suit up in the preseason will come Thursday against the Magic.

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pelicans' Derik Queen is still uncertain about season opener availability After undergoing wrist surgery on July 18, Pelicans rookie Derik Queen is still limited to the non-contact portions of practice.

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Won't play Saturday Queen (wrist) has been ruled out for Saturday's exhibition game against Melbourne.

Impact Queen is still recovering from left wrist surgery he underwent in mid-July to repair a torn scapholunate ligament, and there remains no concrete timetable for his return to game action. The rookie big man's next chance to play will come against the Rockets on Tuesday, Oct. 14.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Queen (wrist) has been ruled out for Saturday's exhibition game against the Melbourne Phoenix.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out Friday Queen (wrist) did not play in Friday's 107-97 preseason win over Melbourne United.

Impact Queen underwent surgery to repair a torn scapholunate ligament in his left wrist in mid-July and was scheduled to be re-evaluated in 12 weeks. He's been limited to conditioning drills so far at training camp, and he remains without a formal timetable to return.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pelicans' Derik Queen reveals training camp injury restrictions Derik Queen said that he is unsure if he'll be available to play in the Pelicans' regular-season opener on Oct. 22 against the Grizzlies.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Pelicans' Willie Green provides training camp update on Derik Queen Pelicans coach Willie Green said Friday that Derik Queen is attacking his rehab daily and progressing, following offseason wrist surgery.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Derik Queen linked up with a Hall of Famer for Ravens' Monday Night Football game Pelicans rookie Derik Queen was among those on hand as the Baltimore Ravens hosted the Detroit Lions in a Week 3 matchup on Monday Night Foo...

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Pelicans chief Joe Dumars extols Williamson's work and the recoveries of Jones and Murphy

Zion Williamson’s offseason work ethic and the healthy returns of Herb Jones and Trey Murphy III have Joe Dumars optimistic as the Pelicans prepare to open training camp

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Return timeline still uncertain Queen (wrist) is participating in conditioning activities, but he remains without a definitive timeline for a return to play, Jim Eichenhofer of the Pelicans' official site reports...

Impact Queen underwent surgery to repair a torn scapholunate ligament in his left wrist in mid-July and was scheduled to be re-evaluated in approximately 12 weeks, so it's not surprising he's not been yet been cleared for training camp this fall. The rookie first-rounder still has time to be ready for Opening Night, though the Pelicans would figure to proceed with caution. Yves Missi (rest) would operate as the clear top center if Queen isn't available to start the season, and Kevon Looney would handle the backup role.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DraftKings' latest win projections softens blow of Pelicans' draft night blunder DraftKings' projections have the Bucks winning 44 games next season, which decreases the value of the draft capital the Pelicans gave up to...

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Derik Queen must make minor change to reach goals during his rookie season Heading into his rookie season, New Orleans Pelicans big man Derik Queen should take small steps before he can take the big ones.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

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Wembanyama has 29 points, 11 rebounds and 9 blocks to lead Spurs past Pelicans, 120-116 in OT

Pelicans chief Joe Dumars extols Williamson's work and the recoveries of Jones and Murphy