DETROIT — Jalen Duren is quickly earning a reputation as one of the best rebounders in the NBA.
The 19-year-old rookie is averaging 14.6 rebounds per game since entering the Pistons' starting lineup, and he had his most impressive performance on Wednesday night against the Charlotte Hornets.
In a career-high 36 minutes, Duren dominated the Hornets on the glass, pulling down a career-best 19 rebounds, including six on the offensive glass. He is the third-youngest player in NBA history with at least 18 rebounds in a game.