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Jordan or LeBron? Plus Remembering Bob Pettit and the Jalen Duren Weight Clause

In this weeks 13 Rules: Random NBA Thoughts Steve Purciello dives shares more random NBA thoughts. Jordan or LeBron? Plus Remembering Bob Pettit and the Jalen Duren Weight Clause.

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 6:47 PM
Jordan or LeBron? Plus Remembering Bob Pettit and the Jalen Duren Weight Clause
Key Things to Know
  • NBA legend Bob Pettit passed away on Thursday.
  • Pettit was a two-time MVP and won an NBA title with the St. Louis Hawks in 1958.
  • The Detroit Pistons have offered Jalen Duren a five-year contract worth $40 million per year.
The Story in 60 Seconds

NBA legend Bob Pettit passed away on Thursday, prompting reflections on his decorated basketball career. Pettit was the league's first Most Valuable Player, earning the honor twice, alongside winning an NBA championship in 1958 with the St. Louis Hawks and securing four All-Star Game MVP awards.

Meanwhile, contract negotiations between the Detroit Pistons and Jalen Duren have reportedly grown complicated. The Pistons have offered a five-year deal worth $40 million annually but are requesting a weight clause following Duren's playoff run where he averaged 10.3 points and 8.5 rebounds per game.

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