Terps in the NBA: Week 13

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.

This isn't going to count as anything stat-wise for Derik Queen but yet another great example of his vision and knack for passing pic.twitter.com/L1Lt4ry8X5
— Jim Eichenhofer (@Jim_Eichenhofer) January 19, 2026

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.

Nice Terp-to-Terp connection here with Kevin Huerter scoring on an assist from Jalen Smith. Huerter did a little bit over everything to help the Bulls win 🐢

- 11 points
- 6 assists
- 5 rebounds pic.twitter.com/gAtzOuu4YC
— Inside Maryland Sports (@Terrapins247) January 19, 2026

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.

Jalen Smith had his third straight double-double last night, helping the Chicago Bulls beat the Brooklyn Nets 124-102 🐢

- 12 points (2/4 3PT)
- 10 rebounds
- 3 assists
- 2 steals pic.twitter.com/gmquItl05w
— Inside Maryland Sports (@Terrapins247) January 19, 2026

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.

Aaron Wiggins from the top of the key! 🔑 #ThunderUp

pic.twitter.com/St8Bd0UTIo
— SleeperThunder (@SleeperThunder) January 14, 2026

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.

36 PTS 🔥 12 AST 🔥 6 3PM 🔥 13/22 FG

Jahmir Young is playing OUT OF HIS MIND! He scored a season-high and registered a career-high in 3PM for the @sfskyforce. Jahmir now has five 30+ point games. pic.twitter.com/ASK2MnCEh8
— NBA G League (@nbagleague) January 18, 2026

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)

Players Mentioned

Derik Queen

Julian Reese

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