Duren accumulated eight points (4-5 FG, 0-2 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists and two blocks over 30 minutes during Tuesday's 123-121 overtime win over Miami.
After missing the Pistons' last two matchups due to a left ankle sprain, Duren returned to game action and posted a team-high 11 rebounds Tuesday. The big man continued his efficient season from the field with a 4-for-5 shooting performance, and he has shot 82.9 percent from the floor through 10 regular-season appearances. Duren is averaging 8.0 points, 9.8 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.3 blocks across 24.1 minutes per game thus far.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Cleared to play Tuesday
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Duren (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Heat.
Duren has been upgraded from questionable to available and will return to action following a two-game absence due to a left ankle sprain. Before his injury, Duren had double-doubled in two straight games, including a season-high 17 rebounds against the Nets on Nov. 3.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Chance to suit up Tuesday
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Duren (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Heat.
Duren has missed two straight games after tweaking his ankle in the first quarter against Charlotte last week, but he has a chance to return Tuesday. The third-year center was off to a strong start before the ankle injury, averaging 9.0 points, 10.5 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.4 blocks in 25.4 minutes per game.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Out Sunday
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Duren (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Rockets.
As expected, Duren has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will miss a second straight game due to a left ankle sprain. Isaiah Stewart should draw another start at center in Duren's absence. Duren's next chance to suit up will come Tuesday versus Miami.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Absent from shootaround
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Duren (ankle), who is doubtful for Friday's game versus the Hawks, was absent for the Pistons' morning shootaround, Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News reports.
Duren is not likely to suit up Friday due to a left ankle sprain, and his absence from shootaround does not bode well for his chance of playing. The big man sustained the injury during Wednesday's loss to the Hornets, and if he is unable to go Friday, Isaiah Stewart and Paul Reed are candidates to receive increased playing time.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Unlikely to play against Atlanta
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Duren (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Hawks.
Duren sprained his left ankle during Wednesday's contest against Charlotte and is expected to remain out Friday. If Duren is downgraded to out, Isaiah Stewart and Paul Reed are candidates to receive increased playing time.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Best outing of season in victory
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Duren supplied 13 points (5-5 FG, 3-4 FT), 17 rebounds, four assists, three blocks and one steal across 33 minutes during Sunday's 106-92 victory over the Nets.
Duren dominated the glass in Sunday's victory, leading all players in rebounds while shooting a perfect mark from the field and finishing with the only double-double of the night. Duren, who also led all players with a trio of blocks, set a new season high in rebounds and has tallied a double-double in three contests this year.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Fouls out in 11 minutes
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Duren accumulated zero points (0-2 FT), six rebounds and one assist over 11 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 105-95 win over the 76ers.
Duren delivered a dud for fantasy managers, lasting just 11 minutes before fouling out. It's been a modest start to the season for Duren, coming up short of preseason expectations. However, he is locked in as the starting center and typically sees 30 minutes per game. Managers simply need to sweep this game under the rug and move on.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Perfect from field Saturday
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Duren finished with 15 points (7-7 FG, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 29 minutes in Saturday's 124-118 loss to the Celtics.
Duren finished just one rebound shy of opening the new season with two double-doubles over his first three appearances. One of the most promising young big men in The Association, Duren had excellent fantasy upside due to his solid two-way play and his established role as a go-to offensive option on a rebuilding Pistons team. Duren had a career-best season in 2023-24 with 13.8 points and 11.6 rebounds per game across 61 regular-season contests, and it wouldn't be surprising if he improves on those numbers in 2024-25.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Posts double-double in opener
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Duren finished with 13 points (4-4 FG, 5-6 FT), 13 rebounds and four assists across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 115-109 loss to the Pacers.
Duren didn't have too many touches on offense, which is understandable following the addition of Tobias Harris to the starting lineup. Still, the big man made the most of his chances and didn't miss a single attempt from the field while also making his presence felt on the defensive end. Expect Duren to be a double-double threat every time he steps on the floor in 2024-25.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Team option picked up by Detroit
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The Pistons exercised the fourth-year option on Duren's rookie contract Monday, Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News reports.
By exercising Duren's team option, the Pistons will keep the 2022 first-round pick under team control through the 2025-26 season. Duren was an every-night starter for Detroit last year, and across 61 regular-season games during the 2023-24 campaign he averaged 13.8 points on 61.9 percent shooting, 11.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 0.8 blocks over 29.1 minutes per game.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Hits for 17 against Suns
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Duren scored 17 points (6-9 FG, 5-6 FT) while adding six rebounds and an assist in 23 minutes during Tuesday's 105-97 preseason loss to the Suns
Duren led the Pistons in scoring and rebounding on a night when both Tobias Harris and Ausar Thompson were sidelined by illness. Duren's production took a big step forward in his second NBA campaign, averaging 13.8 points and 11.6 boards over 61 regular-season games in 2023-24. Detroit's new-look frontcourt could give the 20-year-old even more freedom to crash the glass when it's at full strength.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Full practice participant
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Duren (back) is fully cleared for training camp activities, Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News reports.
Duren appeared in 61 regular-season contests last year but was sidelined for the final two games of Detroit's campaign due to back spasms. With the injury firmly in the rearview mirror, the 20-year-old has been uninhibited in the opening days of training camp.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Out against Dallas
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Duren (back) won't play against Dallas on Friday.
Listed as questionable heading into Friday with low back spasms, Duren ultimately wasn't able to gain clearance for the penultimate game of the regular season. With Duren sidelined Friday, James Wiseman will likely step in as the Pistons' starting center and could be in store for a 30-plus-minute role if he steers clear of foul trouble.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Returns with double-double Tuesday
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Duren finished Tuesday's 120-102 loss to the 76ers with 15 points (5-12 FG, 5-6 FT), 11 rebounds and two assists in 28 minutes.
Duren sat out of Saturday's contest against the Nets with a sprained left ankle, but the big man returned Tuesday and co-led the Pistons in rebounding with Chimezie Metu. Duren now has 43 double-doubles on the year, tied for seventh most in the NBA, and his 11.6 rebounds per game ranks fifth in the Association. Over his last 10 games, Duren has averaged 11.9 points, 10.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists over 25.7 minutes per game.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Double-double in Friday's loss
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Duren accumulated 17 points (6-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 rebounds and one steal across 24 minutes during Friday's 108-90 loss to Memphis.
Duren notched his third double-double over his last five appearances, and the big man continues to put up quality numbers as one of the best two-way players in The Association. Duren has recorded 42 double-doubles across his 59 appearances.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: On track for Wednesday
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Duren (mouth) practiced Tuesday in advance of Wednesday's game against Atlanta, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Duren exited in the first half of Monday's 110-108 loss to Memphis after losing a tooth, but he attempted to return to action before the medical staff advised him against it, per Edwards. The second-year center's ability to practice Tuesday bodes well for his chances of suiting up Wednesday. The 20-year-old is averaging 14.0 points, 13.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.3 blocks in 29.0 minutes across his last three healthy appearances.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Grabs 17 boards vs. Wizards
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Duren ended Friday's 96-87 victory over the Wizards with 20 points (9-11 FG, 2-2 FT), 17 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and three steals across 35 minutes.
Duren registered 17-plus rebounds for the 10th time this season during Friday's win, and he was responsible for five of the Pistons' eight offensive boards. He recorded his 41st double-double of the season, which is tied with Tyrese Haliburton for eighth most in the league. Duren is averaging 13.8 points, 11.9 rebounds and 2.5 assists over 29.6 minutes per game this season.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Claims double-double in return
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Duren (back) tallied 11 points (4-6 FG, 3-4 FT), 11 rebounds and four assists across 25 minutes Wednesday in the Pistons' 106-91 loss to the Timberwolves.
Duren had missed the Pistons' previous three games with back spasms, but he reclaimed his spot in the starting five and came away with his 40th double-double of the season. He handled a near-even split of the playing time at center with James Wiseman, who logged 23 minutes in the loss. Head coach Monty Williams could opt to keep a rough timeshare between the two in place over the remaining weeks of the season to preserve Duren's minutes while also continuing to reward Wiseman for his improved play since the All-Star break.
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Pistons' Jalen Duren: Claims double-double in return
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Duren (back) tallied 11 points (4-6 FG, 3-4 FT), 11 rebounds and four assists across 25 minutes Wednesday in the Pistons' 106-91 loss to the Timberwolves.
Duren had missed the Pistons' previous three games with back spasms, but he reclaimed his spot in the starting five and came away with his 40th double-double of the season. He handled a near-even split of the playing time at center with James Wiseman, who logged 23 minutes in the loss. Head coach Monty Williams could opt to keep a rough timeshare between the two in place over the remaining weeks of the season to preserve Duren's minutes while also continuing to reward Wiseman for his improved play since the All-Star break.
