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Jalen Duren finally makes his decision

The contract standoff between the Detroit Pistons and star big man Jalen Duren has finally concluded. According to reports from Shams Charania via agent Chafie Fields, Duren has agreed to a lucrative five-year, $200 million extension that guarantees his future with the franchise.

Throughout the negotiations, Duren and his representation utilized various leverage tactics, including the threat of accepting a $9.6 million qualifying offer and holding discussions with outside teams. Ultimately, the enormous payday secured by the twenty-two-year-old keeps him in Detroit, where he looks to build upon his recent All-Star campaign and improve his postseason performance.

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