Derik Queen just made NBA history and delivered a bold message after the Pelicans’ 135-132 loss to the Spurs
The 2025 offseason for the New Orleans Pelicans will be remembered mainly for the draft-night deal that acquired Derik Queen. And that’s not because of Queen’s talent as a prospect, but rather because the front office took a gamble and gave up their unprotected 2026 first-round pick for the Maryland big man.
This move was heavily questioned when it happened and continues to be questioned even 25 games into the season.