What happened: The Detroit Pistons have extended a new contract offer to Jalen Duren. The proposal adds a fresh variable to an ongoing stalemate regarding his next deal.

Why it matters: Duren asked the franchise to explore sign-and-trade options in June, a route Detroit declined to facilitate. A potential qualifying offer would block any trade of the center until Jan. 15, presenting a significant hurdle to an immediate departure.

What to watch: The center must now decide whether to accept the terms or maintain his current holdout.