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Jalen Duren showcases offseason improvements amid contract uncertainty

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 3:32 AM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Jalen Duren showcases offseason improvements amid contract uncertainty

Summary

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren has demonstrated significant progress in offseason workouts, showcasing improved shooting range in a recent video. After averaging 19.5 points per game last season but failing to attempt any three-pointers, Duren is working to diversify his offensive skills. Still a restricted free agent, his future with the Pistons remains uncertain as they have yet to offer him a supermax contract. Duren previously entertained sign-and-trade options but is limited in available offers as the Pistons maintain their desire to retain their core player.

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By the Numbers

•Duren shows improved shooting range in offseason workouts.
•He averaged 19.5 points per game last season.
•Duren has not attempted a three-pointer in his career.
•He remains a restricted free agent for the Pistons.
•Pistons are keen to keep Duren and Cade Cunningham together.

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3:32 AMYahoo Sports — NBA All-Star Jalen Duren Shows Pistons Big Improvements Amid Standoff

What they're saying

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It’s been a long summer for the Detroit Pistons center, Jalen Duren. Finally, fans got a look at what his offseason work has been like, and it’s promising for the Pistons if everything works out. In a recent workout video, Duren showed that he’s clearly been working on his range. The veteran center was seen […] The post NBA All-Star Jalen Duren Shows Pistons Big Improvements Amid Standoff appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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