Jalen Duren

Jalen Duren has been diagnosed with a right ankle sprain and will be re-evaluated in one week.

Fantasy Impact

Duren suffered the injury on Thursday against the Miami Heat and is expected to miss at least a week. With him and Tobias Harris (hip) sidelined, Ronald Holland II, Paul Reed and Isaiah Stewart could all see increased minutes.

Jalen Duren (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Fantasy Impact

The big man recently suffered an ankle injury. He is going to be sidelined on Sunday because of it, although the exact timetable for his recovery has yet to be determined. Look for Isaiah Stewart to be the primary beneficiary of his absence against the Cavaliers.

Jalen Duren did not return to Thursday’s game against the Heat due to an ankle injury.

Fantasy Impact

Duren went down in the second quarter after rolling his ankle. If he misses time, Paul Reed would figure to see more run in the Pistons front court.

Jalen Duren was a defensive menace in Tuesday’s victory over the Lakers, racking up a career-high five steals to go with 14 points (6-of-8 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), eight rebounds, and two assists.

Fantasy Impact

The young center was highly efficient from the field, though his ball security was a slight blemish as he tied Cade Cunningham with a team-high five turnovers. Despite the giveaways, Duren’s defensive activity—highlighted by the five steals—provided a massive boost for fantasy managers. He continues to perform well, hovering just outside the top-50 in 8-category formats, which aligns perfectly with his average draft position of 55.

Jalen Duren recorded his seventh double-double of December in Sunday’s 112-99 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, finishing with 18 points (8-12 FG, 2-2 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists and one block.

Fantasy Impact

Duren has scored in double figures in six straight games, recording five double-doubles during that span. He will look to continue his strong play on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Lakers.