Queen became the first rookie since the NBA-ABA merger to put up a 17-10-4 stat line without a single miss.
Derik Queen puts his name in the record books once again.
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The rising New Orleans Pelicans center pulled another incredibly rare performance to pace the team's 128-109 blowout victory over the visiting Indiana Pacers on Saturday.
In 27 minutes of play, Queen feasted with 17 points, 10 boards and four assists. He made all of his eight total shots from the field as he dominated within the helpless interior of Indiana.
For his flawless display this weekend, Queen just became the first-ever rookie since the NBA-ABA merger to register a 17-10-4 stat line without a single miss.
As the season goes by, Queen continues to constantly prove that he is the future of the NOLA franchise. Notably, he also clinched an epic triple-double feat that allowed him to enter a compelling club that includes LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama.
This season, Queen has been submitting a strong first-year campaign, averaging 13.0 points, 6.7 boards and 4.0 assists per game.
"DQ is a great player," Pelicans star Zion Williamson said about Queen after the game. "He lets the game come to him. He's very efficient. It was a smooth, good night for him.
"He's a special talent. I'm glad he's with us."
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