Derik Queen Scores 12 Points in Pelicans' 120-119 Loss at Jazz

In the game against the Jazz on October 23, Derik Queen logged 29 minutes for the New Orleans Pelicans, scoring 12 points on 4-9 shooting (44.4% FG), including 1-2 from three-point range (50.0%), and 3-4 from the free-throw line (75.0%), while adding 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, and 2 blocks in a 119-120 loss.

Insight

Queen posted 12 points while playing 29 minutes, aligning with a streak of scoring 10 or more points for the second consecutive game. He was efficient from the field, shooting 44.4%, and added 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, and 2 blocks. This output mirrors his regular-season average of 11 points per game, demonstrating consistency in his scoring contributions.