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Jalen Duren has reportedly made his feelings towards the Sacramento Kings clear as his contract standoff with the Detroit Pistons continues to drag on.

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Jalen Duren qualifying offer could force Pistons to consider trade

The Pistons should trade Jalen Duren. Or at least begin seriously considering it if he signs his $9.6 million qualifying offer. That is the argument made by Blake Silverman of NBA on SI, who notes that Detroit could otherwise watch its 22-year-old All-Star center become an unrestricted free agent and leave for nothing next summer.

Jalen Duren News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14

Jalen Duren is eyeing 1 team amid feeling ‘disrespected’ by Pistons

Jalen Duren is apparently ready to get the hell out of Dodge. The restricted free agent center Duren is feeling “disrespected” by the Detroit Pistons and no longer sees his negotiation with the team as being about money, Marc J.

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Bobby Marks lays out Jalen Duren’s 2 options for 2026-27

On the latest edition of ESPN’s NBA Today, Bobby Marks laid out Jalen Duren’s two options headed into the new season. Per a report by The Athletic, Duren was offered a 5-year, $190 million contract this offseason, but the negotiations still appear to be at a stalemate as Media Day and training camp arrive.

Cade Cunningham News / Detroit Pistons on SI / September 14

Making Cade Cunningham’s Pre-Season Case For MVP

The Detroit Pistons former number 1 overall pick, Cade Cunningham, had a tremendous season last year. Cade finished 5th in MVP voting only behind Victor Wembanyama, Nikola Jokić, Luka Dončić, and back to back MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Jalen Duren News / Hoops Habit / September 14

Pistons' Jalen Duren is playing with fire if recent NBA rumors are true

The Detroit Pistons and Jalen Duren have been locked in bitter contract negotiations for months, and the latest news may spell trouble for both sides. Per NBA insider Marc Stein, Duren is considering taking the qualifying offer if the Pistons won't give him the contract he wants.

Jalen Duren News / TWSN / September 13

Jalen Duren Turns Down Updated Pistons Contract

The Jalen Duren vs. The Detroit Pistons saga has been one many have been keeping an eye on this summer. Duren was recently offered a five year contract worth $190 million, but his team turned it down as they feel he is worth $200 million.

Jalen Duren News / TWSN / September 12

5 Potential Jalen Duren Replacements For the Detroit Pistons

After reportedly turning down a 5-year, $190 million contract, the Detroit Pistons and All-Star Jalen Duren are three weeks away from the deadline to finalize a full contract.

Jalen Duren News / Fadeaway World / September 11

Jalen Duren Has Three 'Very Serious Suitors' For Potential Max Deal

Training camp is just a few weeks away, and most teams have already settled on their opening night roster. In Detroit, however, the situation is tense as a bitter standoff remains between the Pistons and their disgruntled young center, Jalen Duren.

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Pistons’ First Round Pick Could Help as Soon as Next Season

After years of selecting in the top-five, the Pistons were finally able to cash in on their talent, earning the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference last season.

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Jalen Duren News / Hoops Wire / September 11

Pistons reportedly offering Jalen Duren about $190 million

The Pistons may be closer to Jalen Duren’s asking price than previously believed. Whether they’re close enough is another matter. Sam Amick and Hunter Patterson of The Athletic report that Detroit has offered Duren a five-year deal worth roughly $190 million.

Detroit Pistons News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11

Jalen Duren considering bold move amid contract dispute with Pistons

Jalen Duren’s contract standoff with the Detroit Pistons has him considering the boldest and riskiest possible move he could make.

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Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / September 11

2 Tactical Changes Detroit Pistons Should Make Next Season

The Detroit Pistons enter the 2026-27 NBA season in pursuit of their first NBA championship since 2004. After one of their best seasons in recent memory, the Pistons finished at 60-22 overall and secured the No.

Jalen Duren News / EssentiallySports / September 11

Jalen Duren’s Potential $26M Gamble Emerges as Pistons’ Hefty Offer Is Not Enough for All-NBA Big Man

Jalen Duren could soon face a decision that would put millions of dollars on the line. The Detroit Pistons have reportedly made a massive long-term offer to their young center, yet the two sides remain apart as September moves toward its end.

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Whether he believes it or not, Vincent Goodwill has established himself as one of the most trusted voices in the NBA media landscape. With appearances on national television on First Take and Get Up, Goodwill has become a respected presence across NBA media.

Jalen Duren News / Hoops Wire / September 10