The Detroit Pistons are facing a tough postseason dilemma, and a three-time NBA champion has a straightforward solution: bench Jalen Duren.

During a recent appearance on the No Fouls Given podcast, veteran forward Danny Green didn't hold back when discussing the Pistons' All-Star center. While expressing genuine concern for Duren, Green made it clear that the team's playoff aspirations must come first.

"I'm praying for him, I hope nothing's going on, whatever's happening with Jalen Duren," Green said. "Regardless of the fact, we can't play him. We got to win a playoff game. If you have something going on, you better communicate that. We got to sit you regardless, you're not performing. Only thing else that came to mind is how do you get him to pick it up, the best translator, something that computes to your brain is the bench."

The numbers tell a stark story. Duren's postseason production has taken a significant nosedive compared to his regular-season output. His scoring average has dropped by nearly 10 points per game from the regular season to the playoffs—a dramatic decline that has left the Pistons searching for answers in the paint.

For a team built on toughness and interior presence, seeing their young cornerstone struggle on the biggest stage is concerning. Duren, who earned his first All-Star selection this season, has been a double-double machine during the regular campaign. But the playoffs are a different beast, and his recent performances have raised questions about his readiness for the bright lights.

Green's advice comes from experience. As a three-time champion who played crucial roles on title-winning teams, he understands that sometimes the hardest decision is also the right one. The Pistons now face a critical choice: continue to ride with their struggling star or turn to the bench for a spark.

With the series hanging in the balance, Detroit's coaching staff will need to weigh loyalty against winning. And if Green's words are any indication, the bench might be calling Duren's name sooner rather than later.