Impact Duren was unable to shake his questionable tag, but it's possible the Pistons are erring on the side of caution. With Duren sidelined, there could be a lot of opportunities for James Wiseman against the Mavericks.
APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE
JALEN DUREN #0 - CENTER - DETROIT PISTONS
9.1 PPG •
10.5 RPG •
2.7 APG
9.1 PPG
10.5 RPG
2.7 APG
Out against Dallas Duren (back) will not play against Dallas on Friday.
Dealing with back spasms Duren is questionable for Friday's game against the Mavericks due to low back spasms.
Impact Duren has been plagued by back spasms throughout the campaign, most recently missing three straight games at the end of March due to the issue. If Duren is downgraded to out, James Wiseman would likely start at center.
APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE
Double-double vs. Chicago Duren had 20 points (7-9 FG, 6-7 FT), 11 rebounds and three assists in 31 minutes during Thursday's 127-105 loss to the Bulls.
Impact Duren registered his 44th double-double of the season Thursday, which ties him with Nikola Vucevic for seventh most in the NBA. In what has been a lost season for the Pistons, Duren has proved to be a silver lining for the team and has emerged as a solid big man next to young guards Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey. Since March 1, Duren is averaging 13.3 points on 59.7 percent shooting, 10.7 rebounds and 1.9 assists over 26.7 minutes per game.
APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE
Returns with double-double Tuesday 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.
Impact 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.
APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE
Not on injury report Duren (ankle) isn't on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.
Impact Duren was unavailable Saturday against the Nets due to a sprained left ankle, but he should be back in action following a one-game absence. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 11.8 points and 8.6 rebounds in 23.4 minutes per game.
APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out Saturday Duren (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against the Nets, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Impact Duren was a late addition to the injury report Saturday, and he'll end up being sidelined to face the Nets. James Wiseman is expected to get the start at center with Duren out.
APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE
Late addition to injury report Duren is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Nets due to a left ankle sprain.
Impact It's unclear when Duren suffered his ankle injury, but he is now in danger of missing Saturday's contest. If Duren is ruled out, James Wiseman will likely draw the start against Brooklyn.
APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE
Double-double in Friday's loss 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.
Impact 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.
APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE
Removed from injury report Duren (tooth/mouth) carries no injury designation for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.
Impact Duren is cleared for Wednesday's contest after a collision caused him to lose a tooth in Monday's loss to Memphis. He will likely be unrestricted Wednesday.
APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE
On track for Wednesday Duren (mouth) practiced Tuesday in advance of Wednesday's game against Atlanta, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports. Duren was forced to exit Monday's game against Memphis...
Impact Duren's desire to return to Monday's contest bodes well for his likelihood to suit up Wednesday. The 20-year-old is averaging 14.0 points, 13.3 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in 29.0 minutes across his last three healthy appearances.
APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE
Out for remainder of Monday Duren (tooth/mouth) has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against Memphis, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Impact Duren was ultimately able to log just five minutes of action Monday prior to catching a Jaren Jackson euro-step to the face. Duren's inability to return to action leaves James Wiseman and Chimezie Metu to as the only healthy centers on the roster Monday.
APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to return Monday Duren (teeth) is questionable to return Monday against the Grizzlies, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.
Impact Duren had a tooth dislodged following a collision with Jaren Jackson, and it remains to be seen if he'll be able to return, as those problems tend to be extremely painful. If Duren is unable to return, then James Wiseman and Chimezie Metu would be in line to see extra minutes.
APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE
Exits in first quarter Duren was hit in the face while defending a driving Jaren Jackson, quickly exiting the court area to the locker room in the first quarter of Monday's game against Memphis, Mike Cur...
Impact Duren appeared to be clutching at his mouth, potentially losing a tooth in the collision. His status for the remainder of the contest is unclear.
APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE
Grabs 17 boards vs. Wizards 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.
Impact Duren registered 17 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 Friday, which is tied for eighth most in the league with Tyrese Haliburton. Duren is averaging 13.8 points, 11.9 rebounds and 2.5 assists over 29.6 minutes per game this season.
MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE
Posts double-double in return Duren accumulated 11 points (4-6 FG, 3-4 FT), 11 rebounds and four assists over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 106-91 loss to the Timberwolves.
Impact Duren returned to the starting lineup following a three-game absence, and the big man delivered another solid outing on both ends of the court, as has been the case throughout the season when he's been active. Duren has racked up 40 double-doubles across 55 games this season, a figure that ranks ninth in The Association this season.
MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE
Claims double-double in return 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.
Impact 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 in an effort to preserve Duren's minutes while also continuing to reward Wiseman for his improved play since the All-Star break.
MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE
Available to play Duren (back) is available to play Wednesday against Minnesota.
Impact Duren was previously considered probable after missing the past three games for Detroit, but he's all set for a return. Whether or not he has restrictions remains to be seen. James Wiseman's streaming appeal takes a big hit with this news.
MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE
Considered probable Wednesday Duren (back) is probable for Wednesday's game against Minnesota
Impact Duren appears on track to return for three-game absence due to back spasms. If he's able to return, James Wiseman would likely revert to a 15-20 minute role off the bench, although the status of offensive engine Cade Cunningham (knee/rest) is important to monitor as well.
MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Monday Duren (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Knicks.
Impact Duren will miss a third straight game due to low back spasms, so James Wiseman should draw another start at center. Duren's next chance to suit up will come Wednesday in Minnesota.
MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out Sunday Duren (back) won't play Sunday against the Pelicans. Johnny Kane of Bally Sports Detroit reports.
Impact As expected, Duren will miss a second straight game with back spasms, and he should be considered questionable (in a best-case scenario) to face the Knicks on Monday in the second half of a back-to-back set. James Wiseman should continue to start at center as long as Duren remains out.
MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE
Iffy against New Orleans Duren (back) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Pelicans.
Impact Duren is in danger of missing his second straight contest Sunday due to back spasms. James Wiseman will likely continue to start if Duren is ruled out against New Orleans.
MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE
Late scratch vs. Celtics Duren has been ruled out for Friday's game against Boston.
Impact Duren was initially listed in Detroit's starting lineup, but the team announced only a few minutes before tipoff that the big man would be held out. James Wiseman draws the start at center in Duren's place.
MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE
Double-double against Miami Duren registered 11 points (4-10 FG, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one block in 29 minutes during Sunday's 104-101 loss to the Heat.
Impact It was the fourth straight double-double for the second-year center and his 38th of the season, tying him with Tyrese Haliburton for eighth in the league. Duren has failed to pull down double-digit boards only twice in 13 games since the All-Star break, averaging 14.1 points, 12.0 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 0.9 blocks while shooting 63.3 percent from the floor.
MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE
Double-double vs. Miami Duren notched 15 points (7-9 FG, 1-2 FT), 17 rebounds, one assist and one block across 34 minutes during Friday's 108-95 loss to the Heat.
Impact Duren has registered a double-double in four straight games and ranks ninth in the NBA in that category. He's scored 15-plus points in three-straight games and has gone 23-for-28 from the field in that span. The 2022 first-round pick is averaging career highs in points and rebounds and has provided a solid presence in the middle for Detroit this season.
MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE
Jalen Duren has 24 points as Pistons beat Raptors 113-104 Jalen Duren had a career-high 23 rebounds along with 24 points and five assists as the Detroit Pistons won three of four games for the first...
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