The NBA Season Heats Up: A Look at the Terps in Week 12!
It's that time of year again – the NBA season is in full swing, and we're checking in on how our University of Maryland Terrapins are doing in the league. From rookies making a splash to seasoned players making their mark, there's plenty to get excited about. Let's dive into Week 12!
Derik Queen (New Orleans Pelicans)
- Rookie Sensation: Queen continues to impress, proving himself as one of the most consistent rookies in the NBA. He's averaging an impressive 12.9 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game.
- Shooting & Rebounding Prowess: Not only is Queen among the top 50 players in the league in shooting percentage, but he's also in the top 35 for rebounding. Talk about a versatile player!
- Triple-Double Magic: Queen showcased his all-around skills with his second career triple-double on January 9th against the Wizards, putting up 14 points, 16 rebounds, and 12 assists.
- Rookie Leader: With 8 double-doubles already under his belt, Queen is leading the rookie class in this category. Impressive, right?
Kevin Huerter (Chicago Bulls)
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- Efficient Performance: In a win against the Mavericks on January 10th, Huerter had an efficient game, scoring 13 points, dishing out six assists, grabbing three rebounds, and snagging three steals.
Jalen Smith (Chicago Bulls)
- Consistent Contributor: As Week 13 begins, Smith is averaging 9.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game. He's a consistent presence on the boards, ranking among the top 55 players in the league in rebounding.
- Double-Double Performance: On January 10th, Smith recorded another double-double, scoring 11 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, along with two steals, one assist, and one block against the Mavericks.
Aaron Wiggins (Oklahoma City Thunder)
- Solid Stats: Wiggins is shooting 45% from the field and averaging 10.4 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game.
- Impactful Game: On January 9th, he helped the Thunder secure a win against the Memphis Grizzlies, contributing 16 points, seven rebounds, one assist, a block, and a steal.
Jahmir Young (Miami Heat/Sioux Falls Skyforce)
- G League Dominance: Young is making a name for himself in the G League, playing for the Sioux Falls Skyforce. He's averaging 24.8 points, 9.2 assists, and 5.0 rebounds per game.
- Offensive Prowess: Young's offensive abilities have put him in the top 10 in scoring and the top 5 in assists per game.
- Double-Double Performance: On January 9th, he had a double-double against the Rip City Remix, scoring 27 points and dishing out 12 assists, along with four rebounds and two steals.
- Scoring Streak: Young has scored 24 or more points in five consecutive games. Talk about consistency!
Julian Reese (Raptors 905)
- Steady Contributions: Reese is averaging 5.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 0.8 assists per game for the Raptors 905.
- Impactful Game: He contributed to a win against the Noblesville Boom on January 8th with nine points, eight rebounds, two assists, and one block.
Upcoming Schedule
Here's a look at the upcoming games for our Terps:
- Tuesday, Jan. 13:
- Miami Heat vs. Phoenix Suns (7:30 p.m. ET)
- New Orleans Pelicans vs. Denver Nuggets (8:00 p.m. ET)
- Chicago Bulls at Houston Rockets (8:00 p.m. ET)
- Oklahoma City Thunder vs. San Antonio Spurs (8:00 p.m. ET)
- Sioux Falls Skyforce at Memphis Hustle (8:00 p.m. ET)
- Raptors 905 at Birmingham Squadron (8:00 p.m. ET)
- Wednesday, Jan. 14:
- New Orleans Pelicans vs. Brooklyn Nets (8:00 p.m. ET)
- Chicago Bulls vs. Utah Jazz (8:00 p.m. ET)
- Thursday, Jan. 15:
- Raptors 905 at Capital City Go-Go (7:00 p.m. ET)
- Oklahoma City Thunder at Houston Rockets (7:30 p.m. ET)
- Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics (7:30 p.m. ET)
- Friday, Jan. 16:
- New Orleans Pelicans at Indiana Pacers (7:00 p.m. ET)
- Chicago Bulls at Brooklyn Nets (7:30 p.m. ET)
- Saturday, Jan. 17:
- Raptors 905 at Capital City Go-Go (7:00 p.m. ET)
- Sioux Falls Skyforce vs. Salt Lake City Stars (8:00 p.m. ET)
- Oklahoma City Thunder at Miami Heat (8:00 p.m. ET)
- Sunday, Jan. 18:
- Sioux Falls Skyforce vs. Long Island Nets (7:30 p.m. ET)
- New Orleans Pelicans at Houston Rockets (7:00 p.m. ET)
- Chicago Bulls vs. Brooklyn Nets (7:00 p.m. ET)
Players Mentioned
- #10 Julian Reese (F, 6' 9", Senior)
- #25 Derik Queen (C, 6' 10", Freshman)
What do you think of the Terps' performances this week? Who has impressed you the most? Let us know in the comments below! And, do you think Jahmir Young deserves a shot in the NBA? Let's discuss!"
