Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (back) is out for Friday's contest against the Dallas Mavericks. The 20-year-old put up a terrific game on Thursday versus the Chicago Bulls, scoring 20 points and pulling down 11 rebounds. However, the Pistons will let their young center rest and recover from low back spasms. The Pistons sit in last place in the Eastern Conference and do not have much to play for as the season winds down. With Duren sidelined, expect James Wiseman to take on a much bigger role.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (back) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. The big man was able to play 31 minutes during Thursday's loss. It appears Duren picked up a minor back injury in the process. If he sits, James Wiseman figures to move into the starting five and get increased playing time. He'll have low-end streaming appeal if Duren is out.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's meeting with the 76ers, suggesting he will play. He didn't suit up for Sunday's loss to the Brooklyn Nets because of a sprained left ankle. As a result, James Wiseman got the start but finished with only four points, five rebounds, and one steal. But now that Duren is expected to return on Tuesday, Wiseman won't see much interest from DFS managers. However, Chimezie Metu, averaging 13.0 points and 6.5 rebounds in the last four games, could stay involved, even more so if Cade Cunningham (knee) misses another contest.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (tooth) will be available for Wednesday's game against Atlanta. He lost a tooth and was limited to only five minutes against Memphis on Monday, but Duren isn't on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's matchup. The young big man has had an impressive campaign and should enjoy his battle with the Hawks. Centers are shooting 58.7 percent against Atlanta this season, and only four teams have given up more rebounds to opposing fives.

Detroit Pistons head coach Monty Williams said center Jalen Duren (mouth) practiced on Tuesday. After losing a tooth in a collision with Jaren Jackson Jr. early in Monday's loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, Duren looks to be on the right path to suiting up for Wednesday's tilt against the Atlanta Hawks. The last-place Pistons could always exercise caution with their 20-year-old franchise big man, however, and they will submit their official injury report later on Tuesday. In eight games prior to going down against Memphis, Duren averaged 15.0 points on 65.7% shooting from the floor, 13.6 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 0.9 blocks with seven double-doubles during this stretch. He would be a strong play in all fantasy settings if he is available against the Hawks, who rank 27th in opponent field-goal percentage (49.3%) in 2023-24.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (tooth) has officially been ruled out for the rest of Monday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. The big man was questionable to return after he lost a tooth during a collision with Jaren Jackson Jr. during Monday's game. The team has decided to hold him out for the rest of the game, but Duren shouldn't miss time because of this issue. In the meantime, James Wiseman and Chimezie Metu should see increased playing time with Duren unavailable.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (back) is listed as available to play on Wednesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Duren will return from a three-game absence due to lower back spasms, bouncing James Wiseman from Detroit's starting lineup in the process. Although Minnesota is giving up the sixth-fewest DraftKings points to enemy centers, Duren's matchup outlook would greatly improve if interior presence Rudy Gobert (ribs) sits out on Wednesday. The 20-year-old 2022 first-round pick has notched 12 double-doubles post-All-Star break, averaging 13.5 points while shooting 60.5% from the floor, 11.8 boards, 2.5 assists, and 0.9 blocks through his last 15 outings. He's unlikely to have his minutes restricted, but a clash with the first-place T-Wolves presents significant blowout risk that could affect his playing time.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the New York Knicks. Out for a third straight contest due to lower back spasms, Duren sets his sights towards Wednesday's tilt against the Minnesota Timberwolves as his next shot to return. The last-place Pistons have no incentive to rush their 20-year-old franchise big man back into the fold, though. Former No. 2 overall pick James Wiseman should continue getting the nod at the starting spot down low in the Motor City for however long Duren remains inactive. Covering his last six games with Duren out of the lineup this season, Wiseman is averaging 14.7 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in 26.3 minutes. He's a strong streamer in points settings but faces a nightmarish task against a New York group yielding the fewest DraftKings points to opposing centers.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (back) was downgraded to out ahead of Sunday's matinee with the Pelicans. He was a last-minute scratch before Friday's blowout loss to the Celtics, so his next chance to suit up will be Monday versus the Knicks. In the meantime, James Wiseman, coming off a 24-point, nine-rebound performance, will be a popular DFS option.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (back) is questionable for Sunday's game against the visiting Pelicans. He was ruled out shortly before Friday's blowout loss to the Boston Celtics because of back spasms. James Wiseman got the start in that one and had one of his best games of the 2023-24 campaign, finishing with a team-high 24 points with nine rebounds and four assists. The Pistons are eliminated from postseason contention, so Duren doesn't have any incentive to risk further injury, meaning he could miss another game (and possibly more moving ahead). If that's the case, Wiseman will be a popular addition to DFS lineups.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) is on track to return to the lineup Tuesday against Brooklyn. He's officially regarded as probable for the game after missing eight contests with a left ankle sprain. Duren makes a very welcome return as the Pistons try to avoid the longest single-season losing streak in NBA history. He'll help the team in rebounding and provide a good defensive presence. Duren was a double-double machine before getting injured with 12.6 points and 10.9 rebounds, and he notched 1.4 blocks across 14 outings. The Nets allow centers to shoot 57.5 percent, so Duran should enjoy a productive return, although he could be on a minutes restriction.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) is considered doubtful for the team's Saturday matchup against the Brooklyn Nets. The second-year big man has already missed seven games in a row due to this left ankle sprain and it seems like this will be his eighth. The Pistons are in the middle of a 25-game losing streak and Duren has missed 14 of those games so far. They could use him to finally break through for a win while fantasy managers could use him for his consistent double-doubles when he's finally on the court. In his place, the Pistons are likely to stick with Isaiah Stewart, Marvin Bagley III, and James Wiseman.

Detroit Pistons head coach Monty Williams said on Wednesday that center Jalen Duren (ankle) has resumed light court work, and the big man will begin a ramp-up process soon. Duren has missed two straight weeks covering six games after spraining his left ankle late in Dec. 8's meeting with the Memphis Grizzlies. The double-double machine is collecting 12.6 points on 63.0% field-goal shooting, 10.9 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game in his second season. Duren missed seven games earlier this year due to ankle soreness prior to his latest absence, so the hapless 2-25 Pistons, losers of a staggering 24 in a row, are likely in no hurry to rush back their franchise center. Castoff former No. 2 overall picks Marvin Bagley III and James Wiseman will continue holding down the fort in Duren's stead, with the latter averaging 12.2 points on 79.4% field-goal shooting, 6.6 boards, and 1.0 swats in 21.5 minutes across his last five dates.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) is expected to be sidelined for the next two weeks. The big man has been dealing with ankle issues throughout the season. Duren was able to play 30 minutes during Wednesday's contest. However, it appears the 20-year-old suffered a left ankle sprain during that game. His absence is going to be a significant blow to the Pistons rotation. The expectation is that Marvin Bagley III and Isaiah Stewart will help fill the void while Duren is out. James Wiseman should be in the mix as well, but he's the least likely to pick up additional minutes with Duren sidelined.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) is listed as out for Friday versus the Orlando Magic due to a left ankle sprain. Head coach Monty Williams said after Wednesday's 116-102 defeat to the Memphis Grizzlies that he didn't know the severity of Duren's sprain, but the 20-year-old interior force will miss at least one game on Friday. Duren turned his left ankle on the way down from a rebound late in the contest, immediately falling to the floor and needing help to the locker room. Ankle issues have plagued Duren, who will have soon missed eight games already this year. He looks to return on Monday against the Indiana Pacers. Isaiah Stewart is an option to take over at the five and open up minutes on the wing for the likes of Isaiah Livers and Ausar Thompson. Marvin Bagley III, who averages 12.6 points and 5.3 rebounds in 23.9 minutes over seven games without Duren this season, could also resurface in the 2-19 Pistons' rotation.

Detroit Pistons head coach Monty Williams said after Wednesday's 116-102 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies that he didn't know the severity of center Jalen Duren's (ankle) injury. Duren notched a double-double before exiting, shooting 8-for-12 for 17 points and corralling 11 boards with a blocked shot in 30 minutes. He turned his left ankle while coming down with a rebound late in the game, immediately falling to the floor and requiring assistance to the locker room. Ankle problems have been a recurring issue for Duren, who has sporadically missed seven games already in 2023-24 as a result of right ankle soreness. If the 20-year-old glass cleaner heads back to the sidelines on Friday against the Orlando Magic, Isaiah Stewart would be a candidate to shift to the five and free up wing minutes for Isaiah Livers and Ausar Thompson. Marvin Bagley III could also resurface in the 2-19 Pistons' rotation.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. The young big man has missed each of the last five games while recovering from a right ankle issue. It sounds like he's finally ready to get back on the court. The expectation is that Duren is going to be under a minutes limit during his first game back. Marvin Bagley III was seeing the biggest benefit in playing time while Duren was sidelined. His fantasy value and minutes are expected to take a hit with Duren back in the picture.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) and forward Bojan Bogdanovic (calf) both practiced fully on Wednesday. Duren's return to the practice court was expected after Detroit announced on Tuesday that he was likely to do so this week. Working his way back from right ankle soreness, the 20-year-old paint beast would appear to have a good chance of returning from a five-game absence when the Pistons travel to Indiana to face the Pacers on Friday and help his squad end a miserable 12-game losing skid. Bogdanovic, on the other hand, is potentially a bit further away from fantasy usability, after the Pistons cleared him for a return-to-play progression on Tuesday from a low-grade right calf strain. The 34-year-old marksman hasn't been seen on the hardwood at any juncture yet in 2023-24, but he's deemed questionable for Friday. Even if Bogey is on a minutes cap upon his eventual comeback, rookie Ausar Thompson stands to lose some opportunity.

The Detroit Pistons announced on Tuesday that center Jalen Duren (ankle) is expected to practice this week. Duren's lingering right ankle soreness has held him out of action for five consecutive games, but he appears to be on the cusp of a return. Detroit's next game is on tap for Friday against the Indiana Pacers, so a couple of practice sessions ahead of time should be able to get Duren on track to be active for that one. It's been a stop-start year for the 20-year-old interior force, who appeared primed to win fantasy leagues with some dominant showings to ring in the new year. Duren still ranks inside the top 75 in 9-category setups overall, averaging 12.6 points, 10.6 boards, 3.1 assists, and 1.1 swats in 28.9 minutes across eight starting appearances as the Pistons' franchise big man. Marvin Bagley III's streaming appeal just about looks ready to wrap up for the time being.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) was originally upgraded to questionable but head coach Monty Williams said that he's been playing 3-on-3 and has been able to do more. He's expected to be back "soon" which means he won't be playing against the Denver Nuggets on Monday night. Duren has missed the last four consecutive games with this ankle issue and may be out for more after Monday. While he's out, Marvin Bagley III and Isaiah Stewart should both see extra opportunities.