Predicting how the Pistons-Jalen Duren contract standoff ends
This has to be resolved over the next few days, but how?
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Brandon Miller comparison should be irrelevant for Pistons and Jalen Duren
The Pistons have no need to entertain Brandon Miller comparisons when discussing Jalen Duren's contract.
Cade Cunningham gives Pistons fans hope by attacking his crunchtime woes
Cade Cunningham is taking strides this offseason to be better in the clutch for the Pistons.
Is there any chance the Pistons can be better without Jalen Duren going forward?
What are Detroit's chances of being a contender if they trade Duren?
Ron Holland's confidence needs to rub off on Ausar Thompson
The Pistons need to see Ausar Thompson show more offensive aggression like Ron Holland.
Five burning questions for NBA media days: What does Kawhi have to say? How will LeBron fit in Philly?
And just like that, the NBA season is nearly upon us. With training camps across the league set to get underway ahead of the Oct. 20 start of the regular season, here are five questions (and one bonus) we’re thinking about as various teams hold media days. Well, this is messy. Duren and the Pistons have been playing a game of contract negotiation chicken for a while now. The question is how far Duren is willing to take this or whether he blinks and accepts the offer on the table . The 23-year-...
Jalen Duren–Warriors Trade Proposal Would Bring Four Players and a Pick to Detroit
A hypothetical Jalen Duren trade would bring Kristaps Porzingis, three young Warriors and an unprotected first-round pick to Detroit.
4 Scorers The Pistons Should Target To Take Pressure Off Cade Cunningham
With a dire need to support Cade Cunningham offensively, we explore four trades that could help the Pistons acquire a capable second scoring option.
Pistons Extend Ausar Thompson, Jalen Duren Wants Out, & What Happened With Kawhi Leonard? | Podcast
Aaron Johnson is joined by 97.1 The Ticket and WWJ Pistons Pre & Postgame host Jeremy Otto to break down the latest major storylines surrounding the Detroit Pistons. The guys discuss Ausar Thompson’s five-year, $155 million extension, the reports that Jalen Duren is turning down Detroit’s reported $200 million offer and could be seeking a trade, and the latest details on what actually transpired when the Pistons pursued Kawhi Leonard this offseason. What does Ausar’s extension mean for Detroit...
Tyler Herro Trade Idea To Fix 1 Contender's Biggest Flaw
The Detroit Pistons' offseason moves were all about collecting shooters to space the floor, but what if adding Isaiah Joe, John Collins, Gary Harris and Taurean Prince doesn't solve the team's half-court scoring issues?
NBA Transactions: Hornets, Magic, Cavaliers, Nets
Sept. 24, 2026 Warriors: Obi Agbim became a free agent. Pistons: Drake Allen became a free agent. Hornets: D.J. Armstrong Jr. and Tre Carroll became free agents. Timberwolves: Jalen Crutcher became a free agent. Nuggets: Keonte Jones and Reese Waters became free agents. Pelicans: Solomon Washington became a free agent. Sept. 23, 2026 Magic: Signed […] The post NBA Transactions: Hornets, Magic, Cavaliers, Nets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jalen Duren-Pistons standoff may no longer be only about money
The Pistons have offered Jalen Duren $200 million. He still hasn’t said yes. At some point, that makes it fair to wonder whether Detroit can solve this problem simply by adding more money. Anthony Pedone of Pistons on SI argues that the relationship may have deteriorated beyond the normal discomfort of restricted free agency. Duren […] The post Jalen Duren-Pistons standoff may no longer be only about money appeared first on Hoops Wire .
‘It Feels Like I’m a Rookie Again’ – Cade Cunningham Admits True Feelings About Pistons’ Shocking Decision on 2020 Draft Batchmate and Former Teammate
The Detroit Pistons are going through a tense summer, with Cade Cunningham’s supporting cast dealing with different situations. Ausar Thompson will stay with the team for four more years after signing a rookie-scale contract extension. The story is different for their starting center, who made this year’s All-Star Game. The Pistons and Jalen Duren are [...]
Keon Johnson Among Several Players Waived Thursday
In addition to Johni Broome (Clippers) and AJ Hoggard (Raptors), 10 other players were waived by their respective teams on Thursday, according to the official transactions log at NBA.com. Here are the other players who were released: Keon Johnson (Hawks) Jordan Riley (Pistons) Payton Sandfort (Timberwolves) Nate Santos (Timberwolves) Keylan Boone (Trail Blazers) Barry Dunning […]
Bucks Ready & Willing To Do Sign-and-Trade Deal With Pistons
The Jalen Duren stalemate continues to drag on in Detroit, even after the Pistons came up to the player's stated minimum contract requirement, $200 million (over five years). Still, Duren has not accepted. It appears that the relationship is so frayed at this point after a summer of contentious negotiations that Duren wants to move on. To do that, there are only two options: Convince the Pistons to make a sign-and-trade deal to send him elsewhere (which they really don't want to do), or ...
Pistons’ $200 million offer to Jalen Duren reportedly includes weight clause
NBA News NBA Rumors Pistons The Pistons have offered Jalen Duren $200 million guaranteed. Apparently, they’d also like him to step on a scale once a month. Hunter Patterson and Sam Amick of The Athletic report that Detroit’s latest five-year offer includes a weight clause. The exact requirements have yet to be formally submitted, but the proposal calls for Duren to undergo monthly weigh-ins throughout the year. Duren and his representatives reportedly weren’t thrilled with the idea. The Piston...
Pistons’ $200 million offer to Jalen Duren reportedly includes weight clause
The Pistons have offered Jalen Duren $200 million guaranteed. Apparently, they’d also like him to step on a scale once a month. Hunter Patterson and Sam Amick of The Athletic report that Detroit’s latest five-year offer includes a weight clause. The exact requirements have yet to be formally submitted, but the proposal calls for Duren […] The post Pistons’ $200 million offer to Jalen Duren reportedly includes weight clause appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Report: Pistons Added A Weight Clause To Duren’s Offer
Detroit attached one unusual condition to its offer for Jalen Duren, and he did not take it well. #Pistons
Pistons took things too far with weight clause in Jalen Duren offer
The Detroit Pistons included a weight clause in their latest offer to Jalen Duren.
Jalen Duren $200M Offer Includes Weight Clause + Karl-Anthony Towns Rumors
The Detroit Pistons continue to navigate a major contract situation with Jalen Duren. According to new reporting, Detroit’s latest five-year, $200 million offer includes a weight clause that would require Duren to check his weight monthly throughout the calendar year. We break down what that clause could mean, why the Pistons may have included it, and whether this helps explain why Duren has yet to accept the deal. We also discuss the latest Ryan Nembhard rumors and Detroit’s reported interest...
Is Jalen Duren really going to do this?
Jan 21, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) reacts to a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images If the Jonathan Kuminga rumors and drama felt like they took forever last season, this season’s Jalen Duren saga is trying to match it. With just a week left until Duren’s qualifying offer deadline (October 1), Duren and the Pistons have yet to agree on a new contract. The P...
John Collins Is the Pistons Signing Nobody Noticed
NBA.com named Detroit's John Collins signing one of the offseason's most underrated moves. #Pistons
Pistons Wanted Jalen Duren To Lose Weight, And It’s Now Part Of His $200M Contract Talks
Detroit’s latest $200 million offer reportedly requires Jalen Duren to undergo monthly weigh-ins despite no publicly known weight problems.
Keep One, Trade One: Dylan Larkin or Jalen Duren
Detroit sports fans must choose between Dylan Larkin and Jalen Duren.
Central Notes: Duren, Bulls, Jenkins, Bucks, Cavs
Following up on a Shams Charania report indicating that the Pistons have included weight-related incentives in some of their offers to restricted free agent Jalen Duren this offseason, Hunter Patterson and Sam Amick of The Athletic confirm as much. While Patterson and Amick previously reported that Detroit’s latest five-year, $200MM offer to Duren is fully […]
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