What happened: Detroit and Jalen Duren remain apart after an opening proposal around four years and $130 million. Jake Fischer recently reported that talks could produce a four-year agreement worth at least $160 million.

Why it matters: Duren is the last big-name free agent still unsigned. His restricted status allows Detroit to match any outside offer sheet.

What to watch: If talks stall, Duren can play 2026-27 on a roughly $9.6 million qualifying offer and reach unrestricted free agency next summer.