Detroit Pistons explore options for offseason spending and player contracts
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Last updated Jun 3, 2026
On the June 2 episode of the "Pistons Pulse" podcast, NBA salary cap expert Keith Smith discussed the Detroit Pistons' financial strategies for the upcoming offseason. The team is likely to operate over the salary cap, which would maintain flexibility for re-signing key players such as Jalen Duren, Tobias Harris, and Kevin Huerter. Alternatives include creating up to $30 million in cap space but would necessitate roster changes. As the Pistons prepare for free agency, they will also evaluate team options on players like Daniss Jenkins and Tolu Smith. Smith forecasts a contract extension for Duren at five years and $185 million, short of the maximum available.
- •Pistons may operate over the cap this summer.
- •Re-signing Jalen Duren does not require cap space.
- •Creating cap space would involve significant roster changes.
- •Smith projects Duren's extension at five years, $185 million.
- •Team also looking at re-signing Huerter and other free agents.
- 9:07 AMYahoo Sports — NBA salary cap expert breaks down Detroit Pistons' potential spending
"NBA salary cap expert Keith Smith, of Spotrac, joined the "Pistons Pulse" podcast on Tuesday, June 2, to break down the Detroit Pistons' options.
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