Pelicans player Derik Queen reveals plan for Baltimore homeless shelter

New Orleans Pelicans forward Derik Queen stated his long-term goal of opening a homeless shelter in his hometown of Baltimore. The rookie, who signed a four-year contract with the team in July 2025, discussed the initiative during an appearance on the Cousins Podcast. Queen described the project as a personal mission driven by his observations of homelessness in the city. He intends for the facility to provide stability and support for residents, moving beyond temporary housing to offer a path for people to get back on their feet. While he also expressed interest in other business ventures like owning a hotel, the shelter remains his primary focus. The Pelicans player averaged 11.7 points and 7.1 rebounds during his rookie season.

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