Among the many changes the Detroit Pistons made this offseason was parting ways with Monty Williams and hiring J.B. Bickerstaff as head coach. As he continues to outdo expectations, one member of the team wants to make sure his new coach gets the credit he deserves.

At least for Duren, he’s trending upward defensively as of late. Since returning from a one-game absence with a sprained right wrist, he has a 109.9 defensive rating over the Pistons’ last nine games. If he can continue to lower his defensive rating and it’s translating to wins, signs could be pointing toward Duren becoming a proficient defender.