Duren’s Contract Standoff Heats Up | Detroit Pistons News

Jalen Duren’s future with the Pistons hangs in the balance as contract talks stall — and he may be forced to accept a qualifying offer, locking him into a low-paying deal for one year before becoming a free agent. While it’s not ideal for either side, it’s his only real leverage. If he takes the offer, the Pistons would likely have to trade him before the season to avoid the risk of him walking away for nothing at the end of the year — and that trade could be messy, with little return for Detroit. Most expect Duren to avoid this path, but if he does, Detroit’s hands will be tied. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/388388213b79ceb4