Pistons continue contract negotiations with restricted free agent Jalen Duren
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 11:51 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The Detroit Pistons are engaged in contract negotiations with restricted free agent Jalen Duren, which are expected to extend into August. Duren, 22, is seeking a maximum five-year contract worth $287 million following his selection to the All-NBA Third Team last season. The Pistons have yet to offer such a lucrative deal, as both sides remain firm in their positions. Duren's performance in the playoffs, where his statistics declined, may be influencing the Pistons' hesitation in contract discussions. The Pistons are also pursuing a rookie extension with Ausar Thompson, who is eligible for a five-year, $162 million deal.
- •Duren seeking five-year, $287 million contract extension.
- •Negotiations expected to continue into August 2026.
- •Duren's playoff performance raises questions about his valuation.
- •Pistons also pursuing extension for Ausar Thompson.
- •Thompson eligible for five-year, $162 million deal.
- 11:51 PMYahoo Sports — Pistons Get Telling Jalen Duren Contract Update in Restricted Free Agency
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