Pelicans exercise options on Missi, Fears, Queen

Fourth-year for Missi, third-year for pair

NBA previews expanded roles for Pelicans' Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears

A league preseason analysis labeled the sophomore duo as the foundation of New Orleans' future.

Queen turned away at the rim

Pelicans’ center search raises questions about Derik Queen’s role

Queen’s development now faces a roster squeeze.