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NBA·September 22, 2026 06:49 PM ET

Lowe show examines George extension, Duren stalemate

With Rob Mahoney on West questions

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 221 min read
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Plus: Keyonte George extension, Jalen Duren stalemate, the feasibility of building a team around a non-shooting wing and

What happened: The episode runs through one big question for each Western Conference team entering 2026-27. It adds separate segments on building around a non-shooting wing and non-shooting center tied to Houston and DET.

Why it matters: The agreed five-year, $157.5M George extension locks in Utah's backcourt a year before restricted free agency. Detroit's center negotiation stays unresolved, leaving frontcourt planning open before camp.

By the numbers: George averaged 23.6 points and 6.1 assists last season.

What to watch: Watch for movement on Duren and whether West answers change opening-week rotations.

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