Jalen Duren remains unsigned as contract talks with Pistons stall

Jalen Duren, the 22-year-old All-Star center for the Detroit Pistons, is still an unsigned restricted free agent as negotiations falter. The Pistons aimed for a long-term deal following Duren's strong performance last season, but a disagreement over contract value has emerged. Duren’s camp seeks a maximum contract of over $40 million per year, while the Pistons, recalling Duren's playoff struggles, are hesitant to meet that demand. Duren could accept a qualifying offer of $9.62 million, but doing so risks his long-term earnings. A decision on his future is imminent, with an October 1 deadline approaching for accepting the qualifying offer.

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