Jalen Duren, the Detroit Pistons’ third-team All-NBA center, is expected to meet with teams at the start of NBA free agency after Detroit and Duren remain far apart on contract terms. Multiple reports say Duren is a restricted free agent and has scheduled meetings that could shape a sign-and-trade process. The outlets agree that Sacramento and Los Angeles are the primary suitors in the immediate window, with reports indicating Duren plans to meet with the Sacramento Kings first, while The Athletic and other coverage also describe a meeting with the Lakers as free agency opens. Several sources frame the situation as negotiations that have not produced a resolution, with Duren reportedly seeking a major contract figure, while outside interest has appeared limited so far. Under the restricted free-agent rules, Detroit retains matching rights, which keeps the Pistons’ decisions central to whether Duren can change teams via a sign-and-trade. In parallel, at least one report notes Detroit has taken other roster steps during the uncertainty. Overall, the meeting schedule is presented as the next step in determining whether Detroit matches Duren’s offer or explores transaction options.