One Pistons reporter cited Ausar Thompson as a potential reason that the Pistons have yet to give Jalen Duren a max extension this summer. Friction continues to exist between Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons as contract negotiations remain at a standstill. Ausar Thompson seems to have entered the fold on why both parties have been unable to come to a resolution. “There’s a lot of people within the Pistons organization that view Ausar Thompson as the second best player on the team and not Jalen Duren, per @VinceGoodwill. What lies ahead for Pistons amid Jalen Duren negotiationsArticle Continues BelowJalen Duren might need to look elsewhere if contract talks don't improve.