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Langdon: No Talks Yet, Lakers Target Duren, Thompson

6/19/2026

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President Trajan Langdon said contract talks with Jalen Duren and Ausar Thompson have not begun.
Duren averaged 19.5 points, 10.5 rebounds and 0.8 blocks in 2025-26, earning Third Team honors.
Thompson posted 9.9 points, 5.7 rebounds and two steals in 2025-26, earning First Team honors.
On June 3, reports said Duren could receive a five-year, $200 million-$220 million deal and the Lakers may target him, prompting Langdon to warn Detroit must match offer.

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President Trajan Langdon said contract talks with Jalen Duren and Ausar Thompson have not begun.
Duren averaged 19.5 points, 10.5 rebounds and 0.8 blocks in 2025-26, earning Third Team honors.
Thompson posted 9.9 points, 5.7 rebounds and two steals in 2025-26, earning First Team honors.
On June 3, reports said Duren could receive a five-year, $200 million-$220 million deal and the Lakers may target him, prompting Langdon to warn Detroit must match offer.