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Detroit Pistons, Jalen Duren

Jalen Duren's Pistons standoff might not be about the money after all

Jordanna Clark

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5:00 PM EDT

Pistons' lack of trades was better than making the wrong move

Jack Simone

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1:29 PM EDT

Ausar Thompson and Keyonte George were the opposite bet

Aaron Kellerstrass

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8:08 AM EDT

Biggest improvement every Pistons starter must make for Detroit to contend

Aaron Kellerstrass

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7:47 AM EDT

Dec 28, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II (00) shoots the ball over Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun (0) in the second half at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

The Pistons have created a Ron Holland II deadline

Aaron Kellerstrass

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7:19 AM EDT

Jan 23, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff talks to Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) and center Jalen Duren (0) on a time out against the Houston Rockets during the first half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

Ausar Thompson avoided the spotlight that will be on Jalen Duren

Aaron Kellerstrass

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6:30 AM EDT

May 5, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges (25) reacts after stripping the ball from Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) (not pictured) winning the game in overtime during game one of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Ausar Thompson's contract is same as Mikal Bridges but with more to prove

Jack Simone

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Sep 20, 2026

Detroit Pistons, Ron Holland

Ron Holland's future with Pistons is uncertain after Ausar Thompson extension

Tyler Watts

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Sep 20, 2026

Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane (3) reacts after a play against the Los Angeles Lakers in the fourth quarter at Kia Center on Mar 21, 2026.

Magic's disastrous Desmond Bane trade vindicates Pistons' patience

Swoosh Shrestha

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Sep 20, 2026

Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) and guard Daniss Jenkins (24) celebrate after a basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at Rocket Arena on Jan 4, 2026.

Ausar Thompson can make the Pistons look genius by earning more free throws

Swoosh Shrestha

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Sep 19, 2026

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) reacts to a call during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at Delta Center on Jan 22, 2026.

Keyonte George's new contract makes him an ideal future Pistons trade target

Swoosh Shrestha

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Sep 19, 2026

Apr 22, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) reacts during the second half against the Orlando Magic during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Pistons called Jalen Duren's bluff with the Ausar Thompson deal

Aaron Kellerstrass

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Sep 19, 2026

Mar 17, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) looks on during first half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Ausar Thompson's new contract already looks like a steal for the Pistons

Aaron Kellerstrass

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Sep 19, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Pistons scoff at three-point obsession with Ausar Thompson's massive extension

Maxwell Ogden

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Sep 18, 2026

New Orleans Pelicans guard Saddiq Bey (41) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on Nov 29, 2025.

Saddiq Bey's new deal proves Troy Weaver never learned his lesson from Pistons

Swoosh Shrestha

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Sep 18, 2026

Dallas Mavericks forward Olivier-Maxence Prosper (8) is defended by Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson (9) and center Jalen Duren (0) in the first half at Little Caesars Arena on Jan 31, 2025.

Jalen Duren and Ausar Thompson's growth will decide next big Pistons trade

Swoosh Shrestha

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Sep 18, 2026

Mar 1, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff talks with center Jalen Duren (0) during the second half at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Jalen Duren's total money isn't as important as when he gets it

Aaron Kellerstrass

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Sep 18, 2026

Nov 26, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) reacts after missing his third foul shot against the Boston Celtics in the last seconds of the fourth quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

The Pistons have one playoff problem they haven't solved yet

Aaron Kellerstrass

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Sep 18, 2026

Detroit Pistons, Dallas Mavericks, Anthony Davis

Anthony Davis trade would come at a higher cost than Pistons keeping Jalen Duren

Jordanna Clark

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Sep 17, 2026

Oct 24, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) reacts after making a basket during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Jalen Duren situation should force Pistons to copy Knicks' latest moves

Jack Simone

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Sep 17, 2026

Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff reacts during the second half against the Orlando Magic during game seven of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena on May 3, 2026.

JB Bickerstaff can thank doubters for another shot at Coach of the Year award

Swoosh Shrestha

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Sep 17, 2026

Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) against the Phoenix Suns during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Isaiah Joe has the perfect opportunity to help Ron Holland next season

Aaron Kellerstrass

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Sep 17, 2026

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) reacts after making a three point basket against the Sacramento Kings during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center on Apr 11, 2025.

Kawhi Leonard gives Cade Cunningham another challenger for East crown

Swoosh Shrestha

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Sep 17, 2026

Oct 14, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Taurean Prince (12) reacts after a foul call in the third quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Taurean Prince could solve one of the Pistons' biggest lineup problems

Aaron Kellerstrass

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Sep 17, 2026

Dec 23, 2023; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (28) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Pistons may already regret trading Isaiah Stewart

Aaron Kellerstrass

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Sep 17, 2026

Mar 3, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) reacts in the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

The Pistons may not have a favorable way out of the Jalen Duren drama

Aaron Kellerstrass

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Sep 17, 2026

Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) celebrates after a basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at Rocket Arena on Jan 4, 2026.

Ausar Thompson needs to learn Tony Allen's patience to reach another level

Swoosh Shrestha

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Sep 16, 2026

Jan 22, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) reacts after a score against the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Jalen Duren should call Tari Eason for advice

Aaron Kellerstrass

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Sep 16, 2026

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