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Can Detroit Move On From Jalen Duren Drama?

With Detroit re-signing their All-Star center to a new five year deal, all seems to be well in the Motor City. But after this long dispute that lasted over three months, should there be a concern?

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NBA insider believes Jalen Duren, Pistons have relationship to repair despite contract extension

Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons agreed to a five-year, $200 million contract Thursday night, ending a dispute that kept the All-Star center out of training camp.

Jalen Duren comes to his senses and signs massive extension with Pistons

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Grading Jalen Duren's $200 million contract: Pistons pay up to keep All-NBA center · CBSSports.com

Duren accepts 5-year, $200M deal from Pistons · ESPN

Jalen Duren, Pistons reportedly agree to five-year, $200 million contract, ending monthslong stalemate · CBSSports.com

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The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / October 2

Pistons aren't set after Jalen Duren extension

Now that they have three young players locked up long-term, it's time for the Pistons front office to bring the right supporting players to let their young core thrive.

Reports: Jalen Duren returning to Pistons on 5-year, $200m deal

Jalen Duren comes to his senses and signs massive extension with Pistons

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

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Reports: Jalen Duren returning to Pistons on 5-year, $200m deal

All-NBA center Jalen Duren is returning to the Detroit Pistons on a fully guaranteed, five-year, $200 million contract, ESPN and The Athletic reported on Thursday.

Jalen Duren News / Larry Brown Sports / October 2

Jalen Duren’s contract standoff with Pistons finally ends

The Jalen Duren offseason saga has reached its conclusion. The Detroit Pistons have reportedly agreed to sign Duren to a five-year, $200 million contract.

Jalen Duren News / Hoops Wire / October 2

Jalen Duren, Pistons agree to five-year, $200 million contract

All that Jalen Duren drama has finally reached its conclusion. Duren has agreed to a five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed contract to remain with the Pistons, his agent, Chafie Fields of THE•TEAM, told ESPN on Wednesday night.

Jalen Duren News / Hoops Rumors / October 2

Jalen Duren To Re-Sign With Pistons On Five-Year Deal

Pistons restricted free agent center Jalen Duren will sign a five-year, $200MM contract to stay in Detroit, agent Chafie Fields tells Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / October 1

Jalen Duren comes to his senses, signs massive extension

Jalen Duren comes to his senses and signs massive extension with Pistons

The Detroit Pistons were the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference last season, and Jalen Duren was a huge part of the team's success.

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Wembanyama on Finals loss: 'We're going to face these emotions'

Karl-Anthony Towns addressed his noticeable change in appearance

Pelicans HC Jamahl Mosley sets high bar for former first-round pick

Rockets' rumored Kyrie Irving interest turns season into fierce audition

Ben Simmons and his Kings teammate get roasted over horrible jumpers

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 2

Pistons GM takes an apparent shot at Zion Williamson

Zion Williamson is catching strays even during the NBA offseason. Detroit Pistons general manager Trajan Langdon spoke with reporters this week at training camp.

J.B. Bickerstaff News / Detroit Pistons on SI / October 1

Pistons Offense Looking For New Life in 2026, J.B. Bickerstaff Breaks Down Changes

The Detroit Pistons’ offseason changes may not have unfolded exactly as expected, but head coach J.B. Bickerstaff believes the adjustments were necessary.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Pistons’ JB Bickerstaff reveals what makes partnership with Trajan Langdon work

The Detroit Pistons’ foundation continues to grow with each season. All levels of the franchise have worked together, each with their own responsibilities.

Detroit Pistons News / TWSN / September 30

The Detroit Pistons’ Quiet Summer Doesn’t Mean They’re Done Building

One constant criticism for the Detroit Pistons in the 2026 free agency is that the team made no moves to acquire a star teammate for Cade Cunningham. In all fairness, they’re right.

Isaiah Joe News / Detroit Pistons on SI / September 30

Isaiah Joe and Detroit: Is His Name a Sign of Things to Come?

It seems Isaiah Joe was destined to wear a Detroit Pistons uniform. Joe has comfortably settled into Detroit, including watching their sporting brothers, the Tigers and the Lions, live; he’s got to know some good hang-out spots, where to eat, and places to go with family.