The Detroit Pistons are hoping a second star emerges from their young roster, and so far this season, Jalen Duren is making a strong case to be that guy.
We are watching Duren make a leap offensively, even though he’s still not doing some of the things now demanded of a modern center. He hasn’t added a jumper to his game, and though his post game is improving, it’s hardly a go-to play for the Pistons, who prefer him operating as a lob threat in the pick-and-roll or from the elbow as a passer.
He’s gradually adding dribble penetration to his game as well, so the sky is still the limit for the 21-year-old as an offensive prospect.