Pistons’ Jalen Duren not only out vs. 76ers, but hamstring injury will force him out weeks
After claiming the No. 1 seed in the East last season, the Detroit Pistons have picked up where they left off in the regular season by winning their first two games. They followed up their huge 22-point comeback over the Boston Celtics with a decisive victory over the Giannis Antetokounmpo-led Miami Heat. However, the Pistons have been dealt their […] The post Pistons’ Jalen Duren not only out…
Jalen Duren, the Detroit Pistons' All-NBA center, will be sidelined for a minimum of two weeks due to a right hamstring strain he suffered during their recent win over the Miami Heat. The injury occurred in the second quarter of that game. Prior to this setback, Duren had made a strong start to the season, averaging 19.5 points and 10.5 rebounds in 28 minutes per game.
He initially appeared set for a max contract extension worth over $280 million following his impressive regular season performance. However, his underwhelming playoff run, where he averaged just 10.2 points and 8.5 rebounds over 14 games, led to the Pistons offering him less than the maximum salary. After reaching a five-year, $200 million deal, Duren was scheduled to play against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Initially, Duren's absence was covered by backup Paul Reed, who contributed 19 points and 11 rebounds in 28 minutes. The Pistons' coaching staff will now decide whether Reed will start in Duren's place or if a smaller lineup will be utilized.
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