Derik Queen Records Third Straight Double-Double for Pelicans

New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen posted 19 points (7-12 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 11 rebounds, six assists, two steals, and one block over 34 minutes during Monday's 119-113 win over the Mavericks. This performance marked his third consecutive double-double. Queen has been a permanent member of the Pelicans' starting lineup since November 16, and his strong play, including averages of 14.9 points, 7.4 rebounds, 5.2 assists, 1.0 blocks, and 1.0 steals as a starter, is expected to keep him in that role.