Jonas Valanciunas signs with Zalgiris Kaunas in Lithuania
ESPN NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 9:50 PM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
Jonas Valanciunas has signed a two-year contract with Zalgiris Kaunas, the Lithuanian basketball club announced on July 15. This move comes after Valanciunas' career in the NBA, where he made significant contributions to his teams. His departure marks a transition back to European basketball, potentially impacting both Zalgiris and his future career trajectory. Valanciunas' experience and skill set are expected to bolster Zalgiris as they compete domestically and in European competitions.
- •Valanciunas signed a two-year contract with Zalgiris Kaunas.
- •The announcement was made by Zalgiris on July 15.
- •Valanciunas transitions from the NBA to European basketball.
- •His experience is expected to enhance Zalgiris' performance.
- 10:25 PMESPN NBA — Valanciunas leaves NBA to join Lithuanian club
"Jonas Valanciunas signed a two-year contract with Zalgiris Kaunas, the Lithuanian club announced Wednesday
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