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Jalen Duren Landing Spots: Lakers, Kings in Pursuit of Pistons' All-NBA Big Man
Duren is testing the market as Detroit remains far apart on a new deal, with the Pistons able to match any outside offer.
- On Monday, All-Star Jalen Duren began preparations to test the market as negotiations with the Detroit Pistons stalled, with meetings scheduled with the Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Lakers starting Tuesday.
- Duren reached "higher maximum criteria" after earning All-NBA honors, yet the Pistons remain cautious following an underwhelming postseason performance that ended with a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
- Despite averaging a double-double on 65% shooting, Duren faces sign-and-trade limitations capped at four years and $177 million, while the Pistons retain the right to match all outside offers.
- The Sacramento Kings, who finished 22-60 last season, view Duren as a roster upgrade to compete against Western Conference rivals like the Oklahoma City Thunder.
- Negotiations officially begin Tuesday at 6 p.m. ET, and Duren's only alternative path involves picking up his qualifying offer for 2026-27 to become an unrestricted free agent next summer.
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Lakers Set Up Meeting With All-NBA Center to Fulfill Luka Doncic's Wish Despite Competition From California Rival
Deandre Ayton has opted in on his contract, but clearly the Los Angeles Lakers need more. Especially after the apparent demand of Luka Doncic for an A-list center ahead of his second full season with Purple and Gold. Their search gets a boost after the Detroit Pistons and Jalen Duren are a “sizable distance apart in negotiations.” “Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren, one of the top restricted free agents on the market this summer, has a pair of …
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