Jalen Duren likely to resign with Pistons, leave Lakers still searching for star center

NBA Jalen Duren likely to resign with Pistons, leave Lakers still searching for star center By Thomas L. Murray Published June 30, 2026, 6:52 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google The Lakers’ dreams of acquiring a Jalen Duren might already be coming to an end. According to senior ESPN NBA writer Marc J. Spears, the Detroit Pistons have reportedly offered Duren the most lucrative contract possible and do not have an interest in any sign-and-trade deals that will match any potential offer he signs. Detroit Pistons’ Jalen Duren is reportedly being offered a contract by the Pistons. Getty Images Duren is set to be a restricted free agent for Detroit.

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