Maryland Terrapins, led by freshman center Derik Queen, face Oregon Ducks in their next game. Queen is projected as a first-round NBA draft pick, averaging 15.6 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game. This match will be a test for Oregon's frontcourt against Queen's impressive low-post scoring skills.
came into Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene on Thursday for the first time, dropping 109-77 in the road victory. The first time any opponent has scored 100 or more since the arena opened back in 2011.moves onto the next opponent in coach Kevin Willard's Maryland Terrapins who are coming off a 75-69 loss at the Washington Huskies. Their first hike in the Pacific Northwest trip continues on for the new conference foe.
Maryland's freshman center Derik Queen will be a lot for any of Oregon's frontcourt to handle. At 6-10, 246-pounds, he has already made his presence known on the. According to a recent prediction from On3, Queen is outside of the lottery but to be selected with the No. 17 pick for the San Antonio Spurs. No Ducks are on the radar.
"Very good low-post scorer with advanced/nimble footwork and use of fakes. Calls for the ball and goes to work quickly, commands double-teams at this level. Uses his body well to carve out space, understands positioning and sealing his man better than almost any prospect you’ll see at this age. Good baseline spin that can end with a drop-step jam.
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