John Collins’ struggles start with Jalen Duren

PistonPowered's Aaron Kellerstrass argues that John Collins' recent six-game slump with the Detroit Pistons is largely driven by Jalen Duren's injury absence. After shooting 50 percent from three-point range in his first three games, Collins has averaged just 1.5 attempts and shot 11 percent from deep over his last six games while being forced to play backup center.

Kellerstrass notes that Duren has been cleared for basketball activities, though head coach JB Bickerstaff emphasized the team will not rush his return. Without Duren, the Pistons have struggled on the boards while Paul Reed starts at center, leaving Collins miscast in small-ball lineups.