Pistons, Jalen Duren 'Dug in' as Contract Standoff Could Stretch Into August
Summary
Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons have not reached an agreement on a new contract, with talks possibly continuing into August. Duren, a young All-Star center, wants a max five-year deal worth $287 million, but the Pistons are unwilling to offer that amount.Key Facts
- Jalen Duren is a restricted free agent after his rookie contract expired following the 2025-26 season.
- Duren is 22 years old and coming off his best season statistically.
- He is seeking a max five-year, $287 million contract extension.
- The Detroit Pistons have a limit on what they want to offer and are not meeting Duren’s demand.
- Duren may take a one-year qualifying offer of $9.6 million to become an unrestricted free agent next summer.
- Duren was the 13th pick in the 2022 NBA Draft from Memphis.
- Last season, he averaged 19.5 points, 10.5 rebounds, 2 assists per game, and shot 65% from the field.
- Duren is a traditional big man who plays physically in the paint but is not known for shooting from long range, which is less valued in today’s NBA.
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