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Brett Siegel explains why Jalen Duren likely lost $50 million against Cavaliers
TL;DR
The Detroit Pistons lost Game 5 to the Cleveland Cavaliers, trailing the series 3-2. Jalen Duren's performance decline may have cost him $50 million in potential earnings.
Key points
- Detroit Pistons lost Game 5 to Cleveland Cavaliers
- Pistons now trail series 3-2
- Jalen Duren's postseason performance has declined
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The Detroit Pistons are suddenly under pressure after losing Game 5 against the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-113, their third home game of the series.
After building an early 2-0 lead, the Pistons now trail 3-2, and their recent slide has shifted attention towards key players.
Jalen Duren was important during the regular season, but his postseason dip has become harder to ignore at the worst possible time.
Brett Siegel says Jalen Duren’s playoffs could prove expensive
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Brett Siegel believes Duren’s underwhelming playoff level may cost him serious money, with the Pistons big man set to become a restricted free agent after the season.
“Jalen Duren has lost a lot of money from these playoffs,” the NBA insider wrote on X, reflecting how quickly the mood around his value has changed.
“Before the postseason, expectations around the league were that Duren would see upwards of $200M due to his All-NBA-like season. It’s possible he’s lost over $50M from these playoffs alone.”
That is a brutal assessment, but Game 5 did little to quiet the concern, as Duren finished with nine points, five rebounds and four assists against Cleveland.
Jalen Duren’s postseason numbers show the problem clearly
Q&A
How did Jalen Duren's performance impact his earnings?
Jalen Duren's dip in performance during the playoffs is believed to have cost him approximately $50 million in potential earnings.
What was the outcome of the Pistons vs. Cavaliers Game 5?
The Detroit Pistons lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-113 in Game 5, putting them at a 3-2 series deficit.
Why is there pressure on the Detroit Pistons after Game 5?
The Pistons are under pressure due to their unexpected loss in Game 5 after leading the series 2-0, raising concerns about key players like Jalen Duren.
