Pistons exec Trajan Langdon hasn't spoken to Jalen Duren this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 1:05 AM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026

During the 2026 Media Day for the Detroit Pistons, president of basketball operations Trajan Langdon revealed that he has not spoken to Jalen Duren all summer. Duren is reportedly skipping Media Day and training camp, as he considers a one-year qualifying offer. Langdon stated he would welcome Duren back, noting the deadline for his decision is October 1. Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff expressed his support for Duren, indicating a positive relationship. The Pistons are preparing to fill gaps left by the departures of Isaiah Stewart and Tobias Harris, who were notable contributors to the team. Detroit's first preseason game is scheduled for October 5 against the Phoenix Suns.
- •Trajan Langdon has not spoken to Jalen Duren since summer.
- •Duren is declining a five-year, $200 million offer.
- •Duren needs to decide on a qualifying offer by October 1.
- •Isaiah Stewart and Tobias Harris are no longer with the Pistons.
- •Pistons' first preseason game is October 5 against the Suns.
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