COLLEGE PARK, MD -- The 13th week of the NBA season is in the books. Let's check in on Maryland's pros -
Derik Queen (New Orleans Pelicans), Kevin Huerter (Chicago Bulls), Jalen Smith (Chicago Bulls), Aaron Wiggins (Oklahoma City Thunder), Jahmir Young (Miami Heat/Sioux Falls Skyforce) and
Julian Reese (Raptors 905).
derik queen (new orleans pelicans)
- Queen's stats remain consistent, averaging 12.6 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game.
- In week 13 of the NBA season, Queen posted two double-doubles (vs DEN with 10 pts & 13 reb, and at IND with 14 pts & 12 reb).
- Queen continues to lead his rookie class in double-doubles, now standing at 10.
kevin huerter (Chicago bulls)
- Huerter continues to put in productive minutes for the Bulls, averaging 11.4 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.
- In two of his last three appearances, Huerter scored in the double digits, marking his 21st and 22nd double-digit scoring performances this season.
jalen smith (Chicago bulls)
- Just over halfway through January, Smith is averaging 9.4 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game.
- Since last week, Smith has climbed the rebounding rankings and now sits among the top 45 players in the league.
- Smith has recorded double-doubles in three straight games, continuing what has been his best NBA season to date.
aaron wiggins (oklahoma city thunder)
- Wiggins continues to be a key piece of the rotation for the Thunder, as he is contributing 10.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game.
- He played a productive game against the Heat on Jan. 17, where he recorded 18 points, six rebounds, and one assist.
jahmir young (miami heat/sioux falls skyforce)
- Young continues to impress in the G League, currently averaging 24.4 points, 9.4 assists, and 5.5 rebounds per game.
- He ranks in the top 10 in points per game, top five in assists per game and top three in minutes played.
- Young posted a near triple-double on Jan. 17 versus the Salt Lake City Stars, finishing with 22 points, 17 assists, eight rebounds, and four steals. This marks a new career high in assists for the Terp alum.
julian reese (raptors 905)
- As week 14 approaches, Reese is averaging 6.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 0.9 assists.
- Reese has delivered a strong stretch of performances, averaging 10.3 points and 7.8 rebounds over his last four appearances.
upcoming schedule
Tuesday, Jan. 20
Chicago Bulls vs LA Clippers (8:00 p.m. ET)
Miami Heat at Sacramento Kings (10:00 p.m. ET)
Wednesday, Jan. 21
Sioux Falls Skyforce vs Long Island Nets (7:30 p.m. ET)
New Orleans Pelicans vs Detroit Pistons (8:00 p.m. ET)
Oklahoma City Thunder at Milwaukee Bucks (9:30 p.m. ET)
Thursday, Jan. 22
Chicago Bulls at Minnesota Timberwolves (8:00 p.m. ET)
Miami Heat at Portland Trailblazers (10:00 p.m. ET)
Friday, Jan. 23
Raptors 905 at Long Island Nets (7:00 p.m. ET)
New Orleans Pelicans at Memphis Grizzlies (8:00 p.m. ET)
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers (8:00 p.m. ET)
Sioux Falls Skyforce at Santa Cruz Warriors (10:00 p.m. ET)
Saturday, Jan. 24
Chicago Bulls vs Boston Celtics (8:00 p.m. ET)
Miami Heat at Utah Jazz (9:30 p.m. ET)
Sioux Falls Skyforce at Santa Cruz Warriors (10:00 p.m. ET)
Sunday, Jan. 25
New Orleans Pelicans at San Antonio Spurs (7:00 p.m. ET)
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Toronto Raptors (7:00 p.m. ET)
Miami Heat at Phoenix Suns (8:00 p.m. ET)
