Derik Queen
#22C · New Orleans Pelicans
Height
6'9"
Weight
250 lbs
Age
21
College
Maryland
Draft
2025, Rd 1, #13
Experience
0 yrs
B
B
C+
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Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 71 | 11.3 | 6.8 | 3.8 | 1.0 | 0.9 | 47.9% | 29.2% | 80.1% |
| 2025-26 | | 72 | 11.3 | 6.8 | 3.8 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 4/13 | @ MIN | L 126-132 | 41 | 30 | 22 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 11-28 | 1-2 | -5 |
Current Contract
Length
3 years
Total Value
$16.2M
Guaranteed
$10.6M
AAV
$5.2M/yr
Guaranteed %65%
Contract Value Index (CVI)
B
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Derik Queen's contract with the New Orleans Pelicans grades as a B CVI — the team is getting good return on this investment relative to other centers around the league. Derik's current production grades out in the middle of the pack among NBA centers. His $5.2M average annual value ranks as role player money for the center market. The production-to-cost ratio is favorable — solid output at a reasonable price point represents good asset management. At 21, Derik has years of development ahead, which adds significant upside to this contract. The 3-year contract represents a moderate investment with room to exit if needed.
Performance Analysis
C+
#40 of 97 Centers
FCA+
Derik Queen earns a C+ Performance grade — solid for a rookie, with room to grow into a larger role. Through 71 games, Derik is contributing 11.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game in his role. Derik's strongest area is RPG at 6.8, which compares favorably to the center median of 5.0. The biggest area for growth is PPG at 11.3 (center median: 15.0). Among 97 NBA centers graded this season, Derik ranks 40th. At 21, Derik is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the New Orleans Pelicans.
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