The Detroit Pistons recently re-signed young center Jalen Duren to a five-year, $200 million extension, but it didn’t come without some major hurdles. Summary from publisher descriptions · Yardbarker
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SB Nation team blog- Ausar’s improved handle could elevate Pistons to contender status
In the spirit of overreacting to one preseason game, everyone is overreacting to Detroit’s preseason opening win against the Phoenix Suns. I am just as guilty as everyone else, but I think people are misdiagnosing the thing worth getting most excited about.
Read at Detroit Bad Boys → - Pistons vs. Suns final score: Detroit bench dominates second half to steal one from Suns
Welcome to the NBA, Ebuka Okorie. The rookie guard selected 17th overall had quite an eventful first preseason game in the NBA.
Read at Detroit Bad Boys → - Pistons vs. Suns: Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons kick off preseason
We can finally put contract drama behind us and focus on some honest-to-goodness, doesn’t quite count, but it’s still great because it’s basketball basketball. In other words, the preseason starts tonight as the Detroit Pistons face the Phoenix Suns.
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- The Pindown: The Jalen Duren Saga Ends!
The guys discuss Jalen Duren’s new contract, quotes from his press conference, and JB Bickerstaff’s thoughts on the roster from Media Day. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode!
Read at Detroit Bad Boys → - Jalen Duren speaks: I see myself ‘finishing my career’ in Detroit
Jalen Duren wanted to make one thing clear — he’s happy to have signed his long-term deal with the Detroit Pistons and wants to finish his career with the team that drafted him. That might come as a surprise to many fans, who have been living and dying by unsourced media reports…
Read at Detroit Bad Boys → - Jalen Duren agrees to $200 million deal with Detroit Pistons
The Jalen Duren drama is officially in the past. The All-NBA big man agreed to a fully guaranteed five-year, $200 million contract, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.
Read at Detroit Bad Boys → - 5 Things I (Think) I Learned About the Jalen Duren Drama at Pistons Media Day
Media day has arrived once again, and while historically for the Detroit Pistons it has been about getting a sense of players’ offseason work, getting in the best shape of your life, and building on whatever you learned last season, this year it had a bit of extra drama — the…
Read at Detroit Bad Boys → - The Pindown: Ausar Gets Paid, Duren Standoff Continues
The guys discuss Ausar Thompson’s recent extension and Jalen Duren’s final (maybe?) few days as a restricted free agent. With Media Day on Monday, we’re nearing the end of the JD saga.
Read at Detroit Bad Boys → - Jalen Duren and the Pistons: A relationship beyond repair?
Every friend group has that one couple. You can see the red flags from a mile away.
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Yardbarker
Pistons feed- Ref Ejects Trae Young and Daniss Jenkins While Heated Scuffle Adds to Pistons-Wizards Chaos
A series of physical altercations at the halfway point of the Wizards-Pistons matchup has the Internet questioning if this is really just a preseason clash.
Read at Yardbarker → - Pistons swung for the stars this offseason but have nothing to show for it
The Detroit Pistons, owners of the best record in the East last season, are bringing back largely the same squad in 2026-27.
Read at Yardbarker → - Pistons Told Jalen Duren He’s Their 'Fourth Best Player' Despite NBA All-Star Appearance
The Detroit Pistons recently re-signed young center Jalen Duren to a five-year, $200 million extension, but it didn’t come without some major hurdles. All summer long, the two sides negotiated in vain, failing to even come close to a deal.
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- ‘I’m glad I did’ – John Collins speaks out after heated Dillon Brooks scuffle in Pistons preseason opener
John Collins has reflected on his scuffle with Dillon Brooks during the Detroit Pistons’ preseason opener. The Pistons defeated the Phoenix Suns 109-107 at Little Caesars Arena, but the result was not the biggest talking point from the game.
Read at Yardbarker → - John Collins grabbing Dillon Brooks by the throat in NBA preseason clash goes viral
The NBA preseason has just begun, but tempers are already flaring. An altercation between John Collins and Dillon Brooks caught fans’ attention on social media.
Read at Yardbarker → - John Collins grabs Dillon Brooks by throat in Suns-Pistons preseason dustup
It’s the preseason. Apparently, nobody told John Collins and Dillon Brooks.
Read at Yardbarker → - Dillon Brooks and John Collins’ heated preseason exchange has social media talking
DETROIT — Preseason games are often meant to give teams a chance to get the cobwebs out, allow new teammates to get used to each other and measure where they’re at.
Read at Yardbarker → - Jalen Duren Contract Extension: Why Detroit’s Risky $200M Gamble Could Transform Its Future
Jalen Duren Contract Extension talks are over, but the Detroit Pistons’ $200 million investment now enters its most important phase. The Pistons agreed to keep their All-NBA center on a fully guaranteed five-year deal.
Read at Yardbarker → - John Collins Grabs Dillon Brooks’ Neck In Heated Exchange At Pistons vs. Suns Preseason Opener
After a long offseason, NBA basketball is almost back, and fans could not be more excited for some action. While the preseason games thus far have certainly delivered, Monday night’s game between the Detroit Pistons and the Phoenix Suns took things to another level, as John…
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MLive Pistons
Local beat coverage- Observations: Pistons open preseason showing identity, more for Ausar Thompson
The Pistons began preseason with a comeback win over the Phoenix Suns that showcased their defense and some new lineups for Ausar Thompson to feature.
Read at MLive Pistons → - ‘That’s just how I am’: Pistons rookie makes clutch first impression
Detroit first-round pick Ebuka Okorie hit the game-winning shot in his preseason debut for the Pistons.
Read at MLive Pistons → - Pistons rookie sinks game-winner to seal preseason victory over Suns
After mounting a 19-point comeback, Ebuka Okorie drove for the game-winner in Detroit's preseason opener.
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- Pistons to be without starter for preseason opener vs. Suns
Due to a late arrival to training camp, Detroit's starting center is still ramping up for basketball activity.
Read at MLive Pistons → - After career-threatening injury, Pistons forward embraces new challenge
Taurean Prince missed four months last season after requiring neck surgery, but now starts fresh with the Pistons.
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WXYZ Pistons
Other- Interview: Detroit Pistons' Isaiah Joe on new chapter in Detroit
NBA Champion Isaiah Joe sits down with 7 News Detroit Sports Anchor Tina Nguyen to discuss his new chapter in Detroit.
Read at WXYZ Pistons → - 1-on-1 interview with Detroit Pistons' Ausar Thompson
7 News Detroit Sports Anchor Tina Nguyen sits down with Detroit Pistons' Ausar Thompson after an offseason that saw him sign a 5-year, $155M contract extension.
Read at WXYZ Pistons → - Watch Detroit Pistons preseason games on The Spot - Detroit 20 starting Oct. 5
The Detroit Pistons unveiled the 2026-27 broadcast schedule, featuring 71 games with free, over-the-air broadcasts on The Spot - Detroit 20.
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- Pistons, Jalen Duren agree on 5-year, $200M contract, AP source says
Jalen Duren has decided to accept a five-year, $200 million contract offer with the Detroit Pistons, a person with knowledge of the agreement confirmed Thursday night.
Read at WXYZ Pistons → - The Spot - Detroit 20 to air 71 regular season Detroit Pistons games; here's the full schedule
The Detroit Pistons unveiled the 2026-27 broadcast schedule, featuring 71 games with free, over-the-air broadcasts on The Spot - Detroit 20.
Read at WXYZ Pistons → - Jalen Duren not on the Detroit Pistons Training Camp roster
Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren will not be attending the team's media day on Monday amid a contract dispute, according to multiple reports.
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Piston Powered (FanSided)
Team blog- Jusuf Nurkic gives the Pistons a reason to be happy about extending Jalen Duren
The Pistons would have been in a precarious spot if they traded Jalen Duren, as Jusuf Nurkic's injury proves.
Read at Piston Powered (FanSided) → - Cade Cunningham could fall into Damian Lillard trap if Pistons aren't careful
The Pistons can't afford to waste Cade Cunningham's prime like the Blazers did with Damian Lillard.
Read at Piston Powered (FanSided) → - Jalen Duren, Ron Holland and the things that matter for the Pistons vs. Wizards
The Pistons have plenty to play for in their second preseason game on the road vs. the Wizards.
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- Daniss Jenkins will need to maintain his trajectory just to keep his spot
Ebuka Okorie is threatening Daniss Jenkins’ role on the Pistons unless Jenkins improves more.
Read at Piston Powered (FanSided) → - The $40 million version of Jalen Duren hasn't arrived yet but there is a clear path
Jalen Duren now has to live up to the big contract he secured.
Read at Piston Powered (FanSided) → - Cade Cunningham's 3-point evolution starts with Ausar Thompson
Ausar Thompson can make life easier for Cade Cunningham.
Read at Piston Powered (FanSided) → - Ausar Thompson has to close the gap on his brother with his passing
The Pistons need more than just mid-range jumpers from Ausar Thompson.
Read at Piston Powered (FanSided) → - Ebuka Okorie could find himself in NBA purgatory
Ebuka Okorie will have a tough time cracking the rotation, but is there another option?
Read at Piston Powered (FanSided) → - Ron Holland has the early advantage but the Pistons don't have to choose
The Pistons still have the same question, but have better answers
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Palace of Pistons (Substack)
Team blog- Podcast: Ausar Thompson’s Breakout Season Is Coming?
The guys break down Ausar Thompson’s breakout potential, the Pistons’ lineup versatility, a potential odd man out in the rotation, and Jalen Duren’s contract extension press conference.
Read at Palace of Pistons (Substack) → - Podcast: The Jalen Duren Contract Saga Is OVER
Jalen Duren has signed a five-year, $200 million extension with the Pistons, and Aaron Johnson and Jasper Apollonia break down the tense negotiations and his reported sign-and-trade request.
Read at Palace of Pistons (Substack) → - Podcast: Pistons Extend Ausar Thompson, Jalen Duren Wants Out & What Happened With Kawhi Leonard?
Aaron Johnson and Jeremy Otto break down Ausar Thompson’s extension, the latest Jalen Duren trade rumors, and the new details surrounding the Pistons’ pursuit of Kawhi Leonard.
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- Ausar Thompson, Jalen Duren, and a New Eastern Conference | The Weekly Drive
It’s been a while, but I am back. And soon, so will the NBA season.
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From league outlets- Detroit Pistons vs. Washington Wizards: Game Highlights
- Wizards vs. Pistons recap: D.C survives 114-108 OT thriller
The Washington Wizards’ clash with the Detroit Pistons on Saturday was arguably one of the greatest preseason contests in franchise history. The Wizards’ 114-108 overtime win at Capital One Arena had everything fans could have asked for.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Pistons vs Wizards GameThread: Game Time, TV, Odds, and More
The starters look to look a little crisper in their second tune up of the season
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Wizards vs. Pistons discussion
The Washington Wizards play the Detroit Pistons tonight at 7 p.m. ET.
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- Pistons vs Wizards preview: Get better during preseason
The NBA preseason is a great time to work out some kinks, give reserves more opportunities to thrive, and for players to get their legs back under them. The Detroit Pistons did most of that in their first preseason win over the Phoenix Suns.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Jalen Duren, Pistons need each other -- for better or worse
After agreeing to a five-year, $200 million deal, how will Duren and Detroit move forward after a monthslong saga?
Read at ESPN → - Pistons, Jalen Duren agree to saga-ending long-term deal
- Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff says no hard feelings as Jalen Duren rejoins team
- Grading Jalen Duren's $200 million contract: Pistons pay up to keep All-NBA center
The Pistons and Duren ended their contractual standoff on Thursday night, so how did each side do?
Read at CBS Sports → - Jalen Duren, Pistons reportedly agree to five-year, $200 million contract, ending monthslong stalemate
After a lengthy standoff in restricted free agency, Detroit and Duren finally struck a deal on Thursday
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