“Derik Queen’s draft night schedule: 1. Get Drafted 2. Updated LinkedIn,” the team said, adding a crying-laughing emoji. The ...

The Pelicans acquired Queen in a draft-night deal with the Atlanta Hawks, who received No. 23 pick Asa Newell and an ...

Derik Queen has been busy lately, especially after the New Orleans Pelicans selected him with the No. 13 overall pick in the ...

Derik Queen has jokes. That, or he's already plotting his post NBA career by attracting connections on LinkedIn.

Derik Queen, a standout former college basketball player from Maryland, recently made a significant addition to his LinkedIn ...

Most people’s LinkedIn profiles are pretty similar. But for Derik Queen, a new entry has just been added: NBA player.

Most people’s LinkedIn profiles are pretty similar: some internships here, jobs and experience there. But for Derik Queen, a new entry has just been added: NBA player.

Derik Queen didn’t cry, mumble a curse word under his breath, or jump into the commissioner’s arms. Instead, the newly drafted NBA rookie did something unexpected. He opened his LinkedIn app ...

Some players' first instinct upon being drafted is to cry, scream, smile, or even pick up the commissioner of the league. Derik Queen's, however, was different. After being selected with the No ...