Detroit Pistons optimistic about contract with Jalen Duren
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 3:53 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
The Detroit Pistons are reportedly confident in reaching a long-term contract with center Jalen Duren. Negotiations have seen limited progress since June, but momentum now favors Duren remaining in Detroit. Previously a sign-and-trade for Duren was considered possible, but interest from teams like the Lakers and Kings has faded, decreasing his leverage. The Pistons view Duren as a key component of their future and are prioritizing his re-signing this offseason. While Duren could opt for a qualifying offer, which poses risks, a multi-year deal appears to be the likely outcome.
- •Pistons aim to secure Jalen Duren on a long-term contract.
- •Contract negotiations have stalled since June but now show improved momentum.
- •Interest from the Lakers and Kings has decreased, limiting Duren's options.
- •Duren earned Third Team All-NBA honors last season with notable statistics.
- •Accepting a qualifying offer could risk Duren's long-term contract prospects.
- 3:12 AMYahoo Sports — Jalen Duren, Pistons getting closer to figuring out his next contract to remain with team?
- 3:53 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Jalen Duren’s Future With Detroit Pistons Suddenly Looks Much Clearer
- 3:52 PMYahoo Sports — Pistons confident about deal with Jalen Duren
"A new report says the Detroit Pistons remain confident they will reach a long-term contract agreement with All-NBA center Jalen Duren.
"Jalen Duren, Pistons getting closer to figuring out his next contract to remain with team?
"Pistons confident about deal with Jalen Duren
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 17, 2026, 3:12 AMJalen Duren, Pistons getting closer to figuring out his next contract to remain with team?
Jalen Duren, Pistons getting closer to figuring out his next contract to remain with team?
- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 3:53 PMReport: Jalen Duren’s Future With Detroit Pistons Suddenly Looks Much Clearer
A new report says the Detroit Pistons remain confident they will reach a long-term contract agreement with All-NBA center Jalen Duren.
- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 3:52 PMPistons confident about deal with Jalen Duren
Pistons confident about deal with Jalen Duren
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