JALEN DUREN NEWS

Posts team-high 12 boards Duren notched 15 points (7-11 FG, 1-1 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 39 minutes during Monday's 142-131 overtime loss to the Clippers.

Impact Duren went a perfect 4-of-4 from the field for eight points in the first quarter while also collecting four rebounds as Detroit jumped out an early lead. He added another seven points on 3-of-4 shooting in the second half, along with eight boards, four of which came on the offensive end. The Pistons center finished with a team-high 12 rebounds on the night to log his seventh double-double of the season, and he's now reached the 15-point mark in three of his last six games.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Posts efficient double-double Duren totaled 15 points (7-9 FG, 1-1 FT) and 14 rebounds across 30 minutes during Tuesday's 126-111 loss to Utah.

Impact Duren has been a somewhat inconsistent scorer recently, but he's been dominant on the boards, as he's now tallied double-digit rebounds in seven consecutive games. Over that stretch, he's posted four double-doubles and has averaged 10.0 points and 13.7 rebounds in 29.1 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double in loss Duren provided 15 points (5-7 FG, 5-6 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist and one block in 30 minutes during Friday's 122-113 loss to the Kings.

Impact Duren's time on the floor has been increasing lately. Friday night marked five straight games he's played at least 24 minutes and produced double-digit boards. In those five games, the rookie center is averaging 9.4 points and 14.2 rebounds in 29 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Secures season-high 19 boards Duren finished with seven points (2-8 FG, 3-4 FT), 19 rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 141-134 overtime victory over Charlotte.

Impact Duren struggled to find his shooting touch, but he crashed the glass for a season-high 19 rebounds and also swatted away three shots. This marks his first blocked shots since Dec. 4 against Memphis. Duren is now averaging 6.6 points and 7.7 rebounds in 27 games this year.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in starting role Duren logged 10 points (5-7 FG) and 12 rebounds over 28 minutes during Friday's 114-103 loss to Memphis.

Impact Duren made the first start of his career, ending with a respectable fantasy line. Although the defense wasn't there, he showed enough to make managers sit up and take notice. It is unclear if this will be a permanent move by the coaching staff, but for now, he should probably be added in just about every league.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Duren will join the starting unit Friday against the Grizzlies.

Impact Duren will receive his first career start Friday as the Pistons have opted to shift Marvin Bagley, who's struggled recently, to the bench. In 24 appearances this season, Duren has averaged 6.6 points, 6.8 rebounds and 0.8 blocks in 21.7 minutes per game and should be worth a look in all formats.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Notches double-double off bench Duren accumulated 12 points (5-5 FG, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds and one steal across 27 minutes during Wednesday's 104-98 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Duren put together one of his more impressive performances of the 2022-23 campaign, knocking down all five of his attempts from the field while securing a season-high 13 rebounds. The backup center had been held to just four total points over his last two games heading into Wednesday's matchup, but he's scored in double figures in three of his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons' Jalen Duren doesn't mind looking goofy on the basketball court The story of how Jalen Duren tries to confuse shooters with an unnatural closeout attempt.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Bounces back in loss Duren finished Tuesday's game against the Knicks with 12 points (6-7 FG), five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 27 minutes.

Impact Duren had been held to four or fewer points in each of his previous four contests heading into Tuesday's clash, but he was able to get back on track by knocking down all but one of his attempts from the field. This marks Duren's fifth time scoring in double figures this season (20 games), so it's unrealistic for fantasy managers to expect this type of scoring from the 19-year-old on a regular basis, at least at this point in his young career.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Poor showing in loss Duren supplied four points (0-1 FG, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and two assists over 14 minutes during Friday's 108-102 loss to the Suns.

Impact Duren played a season-low 14 minutes in the loss, a poor return for anyone who continues to show faith in the budding young shot-blocker. Fouls were an issue here and kept him from finding any rhythm. Prior to this, Duren had played at least 25 minutes in three straight games, an indication that he is starting to gain the trust of the coaching staff. Despite this poor performance, he remains a viable asset for anyone who is positioned to be able to show some patience moving forward.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shoots well from field, line in loss Duren finished with 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, one steal and one block across 22 minutes in Friday's 128-121 loss to the Lakers.

Impact The Pistons were playing their second straight game without Isaiah Stewart (toe), but the fact that starting center Marvin Bagley picked up two quick fouls might have more to do with Duren clearing the 20-minute mark once again. Pistons head coach Dwane Casey seemingly isn't keen on the idea of having Bagley and Duren share the court frequently due to the spacing issues it creates on the offensive end, so the two big men could end up being deployed in more of a timeshare at center while the likes of Saddiq Bey (ankle), Bojan Bogdanovic and Isaiah Livers fill Stewart's vacated minutes at power forward. Duren has at least helped his cause by outperforming Bagley in the two games since Stewart exited the lineup, but the three-year, $37.5 million deal Bagley signed this summer might be enough for him to stick atop the depth chart for now.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will come off bench Thursday Duren will come off the bench Thursday against the Clippers, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Impact Initial reports indicated that Duren would see his first career start Thursday against the Clippers, but he will ultimately come off the bench. Expect the rookie center to see his typical workload of around 20 minutes.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Draws first career start Thursday Duren will start Thursday against the Clippers, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Duren has seen an increase in minutes since Nov. 9, when he recorded his first career double-double in 30 minutes of action against the Celtics. The rookie center will start alongside Killian Hayes, Bojan Bogdanovic, Saddiq Bey and Marvin Bagley.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Collects second double-double Duren totaled 10 points (5-8 FG), 10 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in 30 minutes during Wednesday's loss to the Celtics.

Impact Duren received a surprising boost in minutes Wednesday and notched his first 30-minute game of the 2022-23 campaign. It ended up paying off, as he secured his second double-double of the season with an effective shooting line and a strong night on the boards. Duren's work on the offensive glass was especially notable, as he led the way with five offensive rebounds.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Thunder Duren (ankle) is available for Monday's game against Oklahoma City.

Impact Duren was probable ahead of Monday's game and will be able to return to action following a three-game absence. Over his first seven appearances of the season, he's averaged 7.4 points and 6.7 rebounds in 20.7 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Monday Duren (ankle) is probable for Monday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Duren has missed three straight games due to a left ankle sprain, but he's in line to return Monday. Across seven appearances, the rookie is averaging 7.4 points, 6.7 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in 20.7 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets back on court Duren (ankle) took part in Sunday's practice, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Head coach Dwane Casey didn't specify whether Duren was a full participant, but the rookie's presence on the court could be enough for him to be a candidate to suit up Monday against the Thunder. Before missing the Pistons' last three games with the ankle injury, Duren had been serving as the top backup to starting center Isaiah Stewart. However, with Marvin Bagley (knee) practicing Sunday and potentially in line to make his season debut during the upcoming week, it's unclear if Duren will be able to maintain a spot in the rotation.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Duren (ankle) will not suit up for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Friday's contest marks three straight absences for Duren, however, his return is imminent given that he had been initially listed as probable against the Cavaliers. In his stead, Nerlens Noel will handle the Pistons' backup center minutes.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Considered game-time decision Duren (ankle) is considered a game-time decision for Friday's matchup against Cleveland, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Duren was downgraded from probable to questionable ahead of Friday's game, and he'll be evaluated after pregame warmups to determine whether he can play against the Cavaliers. Nerlens Noel should continue to draw playing time if Duren remains out.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to questionable Duren (ankle) has been downgraded to questionable for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Duren was initially listed as probable due to his ankle injury, but he's trending in the wrong direction ahead of Friday's matchup. If he's forced to miss a third consecutive game, Nerlens Noel will likely serve as the Pistons' primary backup at center once again.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable Friday Duren (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against Cleveland, Mike Curtis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Duren has missed the last two games due to an ankle injury, but he was close to playing Wednesday against the Bucks. It seems likely that he'll return to the court for Friday's home matchup against the Cavaliers. Over his first seven appearances of the season, he's averaged 7.4 points and 6.7 rebounds in 20.7 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday, nearing return Duren (ankle), who is out Wednesday against the Bucks, was initially expected to be available for the game before being held out. He is nearing a return and may play Friday against...

Impact Duren will miss his second consecutive game after rolling his ankle in Sunday's win over the Warriors. Expect Nerlens Noel to continue to receive extended minutes as the Pistons' backup center with Marvin Bagley (knee) also out. More information on Duren's potential return may arrive Thursday.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out against Milwaukee Duren (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Duren will miss his second consecutive game after rolling his ankle in Sunday's win over the Warriors. Expect Nerlens Noel to continue to receive extended minutes as the Pistons' backup center with Marvin Bagley (knee) also out. Duren's next opportunity to play will be in Friday's game versus the Cavaliers.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Monday Duren (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bucks, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Impact Duren rolled his ankle during Sunday's win over the Warriors and didn't make the trip to Milwaukee ahead of Monday's matchup. Marvin Bagley (knee) is also sidelined, so Nerlens Noel will likely enter the rotation for the first time this season as starting center Isaiah Stewart's top backup.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Duren was a man among boys. Now he's a 'freak' among men with Pistons People from Duren's past talk to The Athletic about what the Pistons have in the youngest player in the NBA.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM