Pelicans forward Derik Queen scores season-high 20 points off bench vs Memphis
The gist
Pelicans forward Derik Queen scored 20 points in 24 bench minutes in a 135-134 overtime win over Memphis.
His production keeps outpacing his minutes, capping his fantasy and on-court ceiling.
How it unfolded
- Jun 25, 2025Queen and Jeremiah Fears were acquired by the Pelicans, intended as pieces of a brighter future in New Orleans.
- Dec 8, 2025Queen posted 30 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists and three blocks against San Antonio, becoming the first rookie since Michael Jordan in 1985 to reach 10 field goals, 10 free throws, 10 boards and 10 assists in a game.
- Oct 28, 2026He recorded 11 points and 12 rebounds in 25 minutes in a 104-91 loss to Denver, his second double-double of the season.