History of Jalen Duren in Timeline

Jalen Duren is an American professional basketball player currently playing center for the Detroit Pistons in the NBA. He played college basketball at Memphis. Duren, standing at 6'10" and weighing 250 pounds, was a highly-regarded five-star recruit. He was considered a top player in the 2021 class, even being ranked as the top player in the 2022 class before reclassifying.

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November 18, 2003: Jalen Duren Born

On November 18, 2003, Jalen Duren was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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2017: Attended Gunning Bedford Middle School

In 2017, Jalen Duren attended Gunning Bedford Middle School in New Castle, Delaware where he played on the basketball team. He began attracting attention as a 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) seventh grader. He was then recruited to Team Final.

2019: Standout Performer at Nike Elite 100 Camp

In the summer of 2019, Jalen Duren was a standout performer at the Nike Elite 100 Camp.

2020: MaxPreps Florida High School Basketball Player of the Year

In 2020-2021, Jalen Duren was recognized as the MaxPreps Florida High School Basketball Player of the Year.

January 2021: St. James NIBC Invitational

In January 2021, Jalen Duren had a strong showing at the St. James NIBC Invitational, including a SportsCenter Top 10 play where he blocked a shot.

August 6, 2021: Committed to Memphis

On August 6, 2021, Jalen Duren reclassified to the 2021 class and committed to playing college basketball for Memphis.

November 19, 2021: Win Against Western Kentucky

On November 19, 2021, Jalen Duren scored 19 points, grabbed 19 rebounds and blocked five shots in a 74–62 win against Western Kentucky.

April 18, 2022: Declared for the 2022 NBA draft

On April 18, 2022, Jalen Duren declared for the 2022 NBA draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility.

July 7, 2022: Signed with the Detroit Pistons

On July 7, 2022, Jalen Duren signed a rookie-scale contract with the Detroit Pistons.

October 19, 2022: Regular Season Debut

On October 19, 2022, Jalen Duren made his regular season debut with 14 points, 10 rebounds, and three blocks in a win over the Orlando Magic.

February 10, 2023: Career High

On February 10, 2023, Jalen Duren put up a double-double with a career-high 30 points and a then career-high 17 rebounds in a win against the San Antonio Spurs.