Derik Queen Emerges as Top Sophomore Fantasy Option

Entering his sophomore season with the New Orleans Pelicans, Derik Queen is poised for an expanded role after an impressive rookie campaign where he averaged 11.7 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 3.7 assists across 81 games. Known for his playmaking versatility, Queen secured two triple-doubles as a rookie, including a historic 30-point triple-double. He is expected to play significant minutes at the four or five, whether sharing the court with Zion Williamson or anchoring the bench.