Scottie Barnes was left off all three All-NBA Teams, while Jalen Duren received a selection despite Toronto fans believing Barnes carried more responsibility and offensive burden. Duren’s All-NBA nod makes him eligible for a supermax extension worth five years and $287.1 million, creating a major financial decision for Detroit. If Detroit offers the full amount, Duren would likely sign without hesitation. If the offer is too low, negotiations could become uncomfortable and other teams could enter the picture. Toronto needs a long-term starting center, and Duren’s age and fit make him an attractive option. As a restricted free agent, Detroit can match offers, so Toronto would need a sufficiently large contract to have a real chance.
"Scottie Barnes, the Raptors' best player, was left off all three teams. The most frustrating selection for Toronto fans may have been Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren. Duren had a phenomenal year, and he was deserving of recognition. However, his selection over Barnes is where Raptors fans have a real argument. Barnes had more responsibility, carried a larger offensive burden and was the centerpiece of a playoff team."
"With the selection, Duren became eligible for a supermax extension worth five years, $287.1 million. That is a massive number for any team to commit to. Duren will almost certainly want the Pistons to offer him that contract. If Detroit does, he would have every reason to sign it without thinking twice."
"If the Pistons are unwilling to offer Duren the full supermax, it could create an uncomfortable negotiation. That does not guarantee he will leave Detroit, but it could at least open the door for other teams to get involved. The Raptors should be one of those teams. Toronto needs a quality starting center. Jakob Poeltl has been useful in stretches, but his limitations are clear and he may not be the long-term answer at the position."
"Collin Murray-Boyles does not have enough size to be the full-time center of the future. At 22 years old, Duren would be a fascinating long-term fit in Toronto. The challenge, of course, is that Duren is a restricted free agent. Detroit would have the opportunity to match any offer he receives. To have any real chance of pulling him away, Toronto would need to offer a contract large enough to make t"
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