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Pistons Center Duren Out With Hamstring Strain

The injury that limited Jalen Duren to ten minutes of play in the Detroit Pistons’ 128-111 win over the Miami Heat on Friday night was diagnosed as a strain in his right hamstring that will be re-evaluated in two weeks…

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 7:31 PM
Pistons Center Duren Out With Hamstring Strain
Key Things to Know
  • Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren will be re-evaluated in two weeks due to a right hamstring strain.
  • Duren sustained the injury during Detroit's 128-111 victory over the Miami Heat on Friday.
  • The center recently signed a five-year contract extension worth $200 million with the Pistons.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren has suffered a right hamstring strain and will be re-evaluated in two weeks, according to a team medical update. The injury occurred during the Pistons' 128-111 victory over the Miami Heat on Friday, restricting Duren to just ten minutes of action.

Following his recent five-year, $200 million contract extension, Duren's absence leaves Detroit relying on backup options. The Pistons are expected to turn to Paul Reed at center alongside small-ball minutes from free agent acquisition John Collins while Duren rehabilitates.

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