DETROIT — The Detroit Pistons have offered center Jalen Duren a five-year, $200 million deal, sources confirmed to The Athletic. The offer represents Detroit's latest attempt to secure its starting center on a long-term extension as negotiations extend deep into the offseason.
The new proposal is a $10 million increase from the Pistons' previously reported five-year, $190 million offer, reflecting a raise in Detroit's valuation. The deal also includes a weight clause, adding a conditioning element to the terms. Duren, who has been looking for deals over $200 million, has so far rejected the offer, leaving the two sides without an agreement.
Interest from around the league has added leverage to the talks. The Sacramento Kings have previously reported interest in Duren, and the Milwaukee Bucks along with two other teams are also looking to engage the center as his future in Detroit remains unresolved.
The calendar is now a factor. Considering the current trajectory of the negotiations, Duren could miss training camp next week, a disruption neither side wants with the season approaching. The situation points toward a near-term decision point for both parties.
October 1 is the deadline for Duren to accept his qualifying offer if a long-term deal does not materialize. Until then, Detroit's $200 million proposal remains on the table, but Duren's stance seeking more than $200 million keeps the outcome uncertain.