Jonas Valanciunas agrees to return to Zalgiris Kaunas from NBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 5:44 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Jonas Valanciunas is reportedly set to leave the NBA and join Zalgiris Kaunas, pending a release from his contract with the Denver Nuggets. Sources indicate he has committed to a two-year deal with the Lithuanian team. If finalized, this move would allow Zalgiris to complete its roster for the upcoming season. Valanciunas has spent 14 years in the NBA before considering a return to Europe.
- •Valanciunas is expected to sign a two-year deal with Zalgiris Kaunas.
- •He must secure a release from his current contract with the Denver Nuggets.
- •The move would complete Zalgiris' roster for the season.
- •Valanciunas has played 14 years in the NBA.
- 5:44 PMYahoo Sports — Jonas Valanciunas headed to Zalgiris Kaunas?
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