Jalen Duren led the Detroit Pistons to a win against the Houston Rockets on Monday, scoring 16 points and grabbing 14 rebounds. Duren shot a perfect 8-of-8 from the field and added four steals in his 29 minutes of play. The Pistons won the game with a score of 107-96.
What It Means
Duren’s performance was highlighted by his double-double, marking one of his standout games this season. He exceeded projections by five points and five rebounds, leading both teams in rebounds and blocks. This season, he is averaging 9.8 points and 9.6 rebounds per game, ranking him 11th among centers in rebounding. Duren has been consistent on the boards, finishing as the top rebounder in his games over a third of the time this year.
