Jalen Duren and Pistons negotiate contract extension terms
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 1:42 PM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons remain in contract extension negotiations as the team looks to secure the center long-term. Current discussions show a gap between the parties, with Duren seeking an annual salary near $40 million. The Detroit Pistons have countered with an offer of $35 million per year. Observers anticipate the final agreement will likely land between $37 million and $38 million annually. This situation follows a similar contractual process involving Josh Giddey and the Chicago Bulls during the previous season. The two sides must continue these discussions before reaching a finalized deal.
- •Jalen Duren seeks an annual salary near $40 million.
- •The Detroit Pistons currently offer $35 million per year.
- •Projected terms for a new deal hover between $37 million and $38 million annually.
- •The negotiation mirrors the recent process between Josh Giddey and the Chicago Bulls.
- 1:42 PMYahoo Sports — This will probably land with Duren getting $37-38M per …
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