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Paul Reed and John Collins Step Up as Jalen Duren Fill-Ins for Pistons

Paul Reed and John Collins Step Up as Jalen Duren Fill-Ins for Pistons
World Sports · 18:58:01 - Saturday, 14 November 2026

Detroit Pistons forwards Paul Reed and John Collins have emerged as effective replacements while starting center Jalen Duren remains sidelined. The duo has provided quality minutes in the frontcourt, with Reed's defensive activity and Collins' scoring ability helping Detroit maintain competitiveness in the paint.

In a recent matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers at Little Caesars Arena, Reed made his presence felt defensively, stripping the ball from Lakers center Walker Kessler during a first-half rebound attempt. The Pistons' reserve big men have combined to fill the void left by Duren's absence, showcasing the team's frontcourt depth.

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