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Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren sidelined for additional two weeks with hamstring injury

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Nov 9, 2026, 10:52 IST

The Detroit Pistons have confirmed that All-Star center Jalen Duren will remain out of action for at least another fortnight as he continues his recovery from a persistent hamstring injury sustained in October.

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Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren sidelined for additional two weeks with hamstring injury

The Detroit Pistons have confirmed that center Jalen Duren will remain sidelined for at least another two weeks as he continues his rehabilitation from a hamstring injury. The 22-year-old, who has already missed six consecutive games, is expected to be unavailable for at least six more contests while the team manages his recovery.

Duren sustained the injury during the early stages of the current campaign, specifically during Detroit’s 128-111 victory against the Miami Heat on October 23. Despite the extended absence, the organization provided a positive update regarding his progress, noting that the center has now been cleared to resume full basketball participation.

Recovery timeline and player background

The absence of the young big man comes following a significant off-season for the franchise, during which Duren secured a five-year, $200 million contract extension. His development remains a central focus for the Pistons, particularly after he established himself as a key contributor during the previous season.

During his breakout campaign last year, Duren averaged 19.5 points and 10.5 rebounds per game. His production saw a slight adjustment during the postseason, where he recorded 10.2 points and 8.5 rebounds across 14 playoff appearances. The team will look to integrate him back into the rotation once he has completed the next phase of his recovery process, with the medical staff monitoring his status closely over the coming fortnight.