Dwight Howard reserved praise for Andre Drummond after the Houston Rockets were beaten by the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night.
Despite ending the contest on the winning team, Drummond was dominated in his personal battle with Dwight Howard, who recorded 35 points and 19 rebounds.
"I love Andre - the way he's been playing this year," Howard revealed to reporters following the 114-97 defeat to the Pistons.
"He's 20 years old, and he doesn't back down from any challenge, and I love that about him. He's going to continue to get better."
Drummond scored nine points in the win for his team.