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NOP • • #
2 days ago
While Queen did not set the fantasy basketball world ablaze as he did in Monday’s loss to the Spurs, the rookie produced another excellent stat line. Shooting 66.7 percent from the field, the rookie center finished a blocked shot and a three-pointer shy of a complete stat line and did not commit a turnover. When Queen is aggressive on offense, the entire lineup benefits, as he has also proven to be adept at making plays for others. Given the skill set that Queen possesses, it would be unsurprising if his fantasy value took off while Zion Williamson is unavailable.
NOP • • #
5 days ago
While the fact that the Pelicans paid a high price for the right to draft Queen remains a talking point, on Monday night, fans saw why the front office took that plunge. The rookie center scored a career-high 33 points and recorded his first triple-double, becoming the fifth rookie in the last 30 years to record a 30-point triple-double. The other four were Stephen Curry, Blake Griffin (two times), Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. Also, Queen is the eighth player to account for at least 33 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists and four blocked shots in a game since the league began recording blocked shots. New Orleans ran a lot of its offense through Queen, and that approach only raises his ceiling, especially with Zion Williamson (adductor) out.
Source: Keith Parish
NOP • • #
17 days ago
As was the case in Monday’s win over the Bulls, Yves Missi (6/6/3/0/3) played more minutes than Queen. However, the split was closer to even, with Missi logging 29 minutes and Queen 24. The rookie did record nine assists, two shy of his season high, and his ability to facilitate offense should raise Queen’s fantasy ceiling in time. He has provided seventh-round value over two weeks, so losing playing to Missi has not done too much harm to Queen’s value.
NOP • • #
21 days ago
The Pelicans came out lifeless on the second night of a back-to-back, starting three rookies for the first time this season with Zion Williamson (hamstring) and Herb Jones (back) sidelined, and quickly fell behind by 10 at halftime. Queen was one of the lone bright spots, eclipsing the 20-point mark for the third straight game. New Orleans has dropped nine straight games and sits at a brutal 2–15 on the season. They’ll open a four-game week on Monday against the Bulls before matchups with the Grizzlies, Warriors and Lakers.
NOP • • #
22 days ago
Queen is showing exactly why the Pelicans paid a king’s ransom to jump back into the first round for him, averaging 17 points, 7.8 rebounds, six assists, 1.5 steals and 1.5 blocks over his last four games — delivering fourth-round value for fantasy managers during that stretch. The 20-year-old lottery pick has stepped into a significant role for New Orleans and has topped 20 points in three of his last six outings. He delivered the first double-double of his career in this one, and an unconventional one at that, handing out 11 assists from his frontcourt spot. He’s not going to morph into a fantasy superstar overnight, but the trajectory is unmistakable — his arrow is pointing straight up.
NOP • • #
24 days ago
Queen continued to start even with Zion Williamson back in the starting lineup. The 20-year-old center is showing the highs and lows of being a rookie lately as over his last five games he’s had at least 26 points twice and less than 10 points three times. Queen figures to continue to start under interim coach James Borrego, but his play still remains inconsistent.
NOP • • #
24 days ago
Williamson is back after an eight-game absence, and he’s part of the Pelicans’ starting lineup. Yves Missi will come off the bench, with Queen remaining in the starting five. That’s good news for fantasy managers who have hoped to see the rookie playing starters’ minutes consistently.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • • #
27 days ago
Queen made his first NBA start on Sunday, replacing Kevon Looney (DNP-CD) in the lineup. The rookie may have only committed one turnover, but he struggled with the Warriors’ defenders, most especially Draymond Green. Queen recorded solid rebound, assist and blocked shot numbers, but many fantasy managers were hoping for more scoring. He’ll look to bounce back on Monday when the Thunder visit in what will be another challenging matchup for Queen and the Pelicans.
NOP • • #
27 days ago
Fantasy managers rejoice! In one of his first moves as interim head coach, James Borrego has inserted Queen into the starting lineup, with Kevon Looney being bumped to the bench. The rookie has played well recently and will now begin games on the floor instead of on the bench. The other four starters are unchanged.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • • #
28 days ago
“Could [Queen] potentially start? Yes.” Borrego said. “Could he come off the bench? Yes. I don’t have those answers right now.” It’s not a guarantee, but the fact it’s being considered is a breath of fresh air. Queen has been excellent off the bench recently and has been playing a much larger role than Kevon Looney, who has been starting at center. Moving into the starting unit may not change Queen’s minutes, but it will allow him to play with a more talented group, which should result in more production.
Source: Jim Eichenhofer
NOP • • #
about 1 month ago
Yves Missi getting ejected two minutes into his first stint on the floor may have set the stage for Queen’s big night, as Pelicans head coach Willie Green had little choice but to play the rookie significant minutes. Queen was up to the challenge, recording his first 20-point game while providing solid value in the rebound and assist categories as well. Kevon Looney (two rebounds, one assist and one steal) started but only played eight minutes, and Missi wasn’t even around that long. The Pelicans aren’t on track to be a factor in the West this season, which should mean more minutes for Queen. For the sake of fantasy managers, hopefully, his performance on Wednesday was a sign of what’s to come.
NOP • • #
about 1 month ago
Pelicans coach Willie Green is starting to give Queen more minutes, and good things are happening. Over the last three games, he is averaging 12 points, 6.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 2.3 steals per game. His shooting has been inefficient, and he turns the ball over, but there is a lot to like from Queen early on in his career. It is going to be difficult to keep him in a reserve role if he keeps playing this well.