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Hawks' Big Man Pursuit Of Jalen Duren Reportedly Dies As Pistons Said To Pay Up
Source not verified
The Atlanta Hawks were rumored to be swirling around Detroit Pistons big man Jalen Duren earlier this offseason, but that avenue is now reportedly closed. According to the host, "the Detroit Pistons did pony up and pay Jalen Duren," removing Duren from the Hawks' list of concerns as they turn focus inward to their own frontcourt.
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Trade Request Questions Loom Over Duren After Extension
Reported by Shams Charania
Questions linger about whether Jalen Duren will request a trade out of Detroit at the first opportunity. Reports indicate Duren had hoped for a potential sign-and-trade during restricted free agency, and the fractured relationship from that process could impact his long-term commitment to the franchise.
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Pistons Rejected Duren-For-Sabonis Swap
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The Detroit Pistons had no interest in trading Jalen Duren for Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis, according to reporting from Sam Amick and Hunter Patterson. The news carries Toronto Raptors relevance, as Sabonis nearly became a Raptor at last season's trade deadline. Duren also drew scheduled free-agent meetings from the Kings and Lakers before Los Angeles pivoted to sign restricted free agent Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz.
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Pistons Reportedly Not Interested In Anthony Davis Trade
Reported by The Athletic
A previous report indicated the Pistons were not interested in trading for Anthony Davis, but that report was removed from The Athletic and may have been false. The hosts discuss the possibility that Detroit could reconsider, though they remain skeptical.
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Wizards Linked To Wild Mock Trade Proposal For Jalen Duren
Reported by Yahoo Sports
A new Yahoo mock trade proposal would send Jalen Duren, Duncan Robinson, Ron Holland, and Chaz Lanier to the Wizards for Anthony Davis. The hosts question the logistics of the proposal, noting the Wizards would have to cut multiple players to make room, but acknowledge it is more compelling than previous proposals. Duren's restricted free agency decision looms, with reports suggesting he may accept his qualifying offer or sign an extension.
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Pistons' $200M Offer Included Weight Clause
Source not verified
Jalen Duren's camp reportedly did not take well to the Pistons' five-year, $200 million offer, which included weight stipulations. As of Sunday, league sources said there was no change in talks, and it's unclear if Detroit will extend the qualifying offer deadline.
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Jalen Duren's Fractured Relationship With Pistons Leadership Leaves Qualifying Offer On The Table
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As of this evening, nothing has changed regarding the Pistons and Jalen Duren, who continues to signal that he isn't afraid to take his qualifying offer due to a fractured relationship with the organization's leadership. Duren now has 24 hours to decide between a $9.6M qualifying offer and a $200M extension.
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Duren, Pistons Stalled On Extension As Camp Absence Grows
Source not verified
Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons have reportedly not come to an agreement on a new contract, with the Pistons' offer said to be close to $200 million. Duren was absent from Pistons media day and has still not reported to training camp, fueling speculation around the restricted free agent.
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Hawks Among Four Teams Eyeing Pistons' Jalen Duren
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According to reporting from Marc Spears, the Atlanta Hawks are interested in restricted free agent Jalen Duren, along with the Milwaukee Bucks, Sacramento Kings, and Washington Wizards. Duren remains unsigned after failing to reach an extension with Detroit, and any Hawks acquisition would have to come via sign-and-trade.
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Duren Reportedly Furious Over Zion Comparison
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Jalen Duren is reportedly even more upset with the Pistons front office after executive Trajan Langdon compared his situation to that of Zion Williamson. A source close to the situation said, "The disrespect is going to be on an even greater level." The hosts believe this rift could make a trade more likely down the line.
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Pistons Reportedly Remove Weight Clause From Duren Offer
Source not verified
The Detroit Pistons have reportedly removed the weight clause from their five-year, $200 million contract offer to Jalen Duren, according to reports. The clause would have required Duren to weigh in monthly as part of the deal's incentives. The hosts see this as a sign of growing uncertainty between the Pistons and Duren regarding his conditioning and long-term fit.
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Wizards Eye Duren-for-Anthony Davis Swap, Pistons Uninterested
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The Washington Wizards have reportedly shown interest in a trade that would send Anthony Davis to Detroit in exchange for Jalen Duren. However, league sources indicate the Pistons have no interest in such a scenario, according to reporting from @HunterPatterson and @sam_amick.
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Lakers Viewed Jalen Duren as Max-Level Plan B
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The Lakers reportedly regarded Jalen Duren as a max-level player and had him as their 'Plan B' option if a trade for Walker Kessler fell through. The Detroit big man remains a highly valued target around the league.
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Wizards Inquire About Jalen Duren
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The Washington Wizards have reportedly reached out to the Detroit Pistons to inquire about the availability of center Jalen Duren, according to Mark Spears. A potential sign-and-trade package would include Alexandre Sarr and Khris Middleton for salary, plus picks. Duren has been absent from camp and declined a five-year, $200 million extension offer from Detroit.
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