Jonas Valanciunas News, Rumors, Updates - Washington Wizards

Produces off bench Monday Valanciunas notched 18 points (8-11 FG, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and two blocks across 18 minutes during Monday's 134-106 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Alex Sarr continues to struggle on offense, but since the Wizards are going through a rebuilding process, there's not a realistic scenario in which Valanciunas will replace Sarr at center any time soon. The veteran big man is averaging 11.8 points, 7.8 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.0 blocks per game in his last six outings off the bench, and he remains a decent option in most fantasy formats despite his bench role.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Brunson, Towns help Knicks roll to a 134-106 win that extends' Wizards' losing streak to 9

Jalen Brunson had 26 points and 11 assists, and the New York Knicks rolled to a 134-106 victory that extended the Washington Wizards’ losing streak to nine games

2 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Washington plays New York on 5-game road slide

Washington enters a matchup with New York as losers of five road games in a row

3 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs third double-double Sunday Valanciunas supplied 13 points (4-11 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one block over 20 minutes in Sunday's 124-104 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Valanciunas registered his third double-double of the 2024-25 regular season Sunday, two of which have come over his last three outings. Valanciunas has provided some decent output as the first big man off the Wizards' bench behind 2024 No. 2 overall pick Alexandre Sarr. Valanciunas is averaging 12.2 points on 54.8 percent shooting, 7.8 rebounds and 2.3 assists across 20.3 minutes.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles off bench Valanciunas had 16 points (6-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 22 minutes during Wednesday's 139-130 loss to the Spurs.

Impact Valanciunas fracked up just his second double-double of the season, logging in excess of 20 minutes for the first time in the past three games. It's been an underwhelming start to his career in Washington, with rumors already swirling regarding his long-term future. As long as he is pushing 20 minutes per night, he should continue to be a nightly double-double threat.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 14 • YOUTUBE

Jonas Valanciunas records double-double at Spurs

NOVEMBER 14 • YOUTUBE

Not starting Sunday Valanciunas won't start Sunday's game against the Magic.

Impact Valanciunas made a spot start Friday against the Grizzlies but was benched to start the second half in favor of Kyshawn George, who's back in the starting lineup versus Orlando. In six appearances off the bench this season, Valanciunas has averaged 14.0 points, 8.0 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 20.6 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 9 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Jackson scores 39 points, Pippen has triple-double as Grizzlies beat Wizards 128-104

Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 39 points, Scotty Pippen Jr. got his first career triple-double and Memphis Grizzlies beat the Washington Wizards 128-104 for their fourth win in five game...

NOVEMBER 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting Friday Valanciunas is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact The Wizards will opt to go big with Valanciunas in the starting lineup. He scored seven points, nine rebounds and four assists across 22 minutes in his only other start this season.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in loss Valanciunas chipped in 16 points (6-10 FG, 4-4 FT), 12 rebounds and seven assists across 21 minutes during Monday's 125-112 loss to Golden State.

Impact This was Valanciunas' first double-double of the campaign, as he continues to be the focal point of the offense for the second unit. He has only block to his name through six games, but he's been productive elsewhere with averages of 12.8 points, 8.2 rebounds and 3.3 assists.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Valanciunas puts up 22 in victory over Hawks

OCTOBER 31 • YOUTUBE

Well-rounded effort off bench Valanciunas registered 22 points (8-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds and six assists in Wednesday's 133-120 win over the Hawks.

Impact Valanciunas entered Washington's starting five Monday against Atlanta, but he retreated to the bench for Wednesday's rematch as No. 2 overall pick Alex Sarr got the nod at center. His change of role didn't seem to bother Valanciunas, however, as he put together a well-rounded game while pacing the Wizards' bench in scoring. The veteran center will provide valuable backup minutes behind Sarr and will occasionally enter the starting lineup throughout the 2024-25 regular season.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Wednesday Valanciunas is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Washington will roll with rookie Alex Sarr at center, flanked by the shooting of Kyshawn George and length of Bilal Coulibaly. Valanciunas has logged between 20 and 22 minutes in all three of Washington's contests thus far.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Valanciunas will enter the starting lineup in Monday's matchup against the Hawks, Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network reports.

Impact The club will opt for its jumbo lineup as the veteran center is slated to replace Carlton Carrington in the starting five. Valanciunas will join Alex Sarr in the frontcourt against Jalen Johnson and Clint Capela. Valanciunas has appeared in two games off the bench, during which he has amassed 28 points and 13 rebounds across 41 total minutes.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Tatum, Brown help Celtics rout Wizards 122-102 in first road game

Jayson Tatum had 25 points and 11 rebounds, and the Boston Celtics cruised to a 122-102 victory over the Washington Wizards

OCTOBER 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will come off bench Thursday Valanciunas is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Celtics.

Impact The veteran big man will come off the bench in the Wizards' season opener, as the coaching staff has decided to go with Alex Sarr and Kyle Kuzma in the frontcourt. Still, Valanciunas should see considerable minutes off the bench against an experienced Boston team.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Valanciunas (rest) is available and in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game versus the Knicks.

Impact Valanciunas will return to action for Friday's preseason finale after sitting out the Wizards' previous contest for rest purposes. The veteran big man will replace Marvin Bagley in the starting lineup against New York.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Resting Monday Valanciunas (rest) has been ruled out for Monday's preseason game against the Nets, Varun Shankar of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Marvin Bagley will pick up the start with both Alex Sarr (calf) and Valanciunas sitting out. The 32-year-old's last chance to suit up during the preseason will come Friday against the Knicks.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting against Toronto Valanciunas is not in the starting lineup for Fridau's preseason game against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Valanciunas had started the previous two preseason games alongside Alex Sarr in the frontcourt, but the rookie will start at center in this game, so Valanciunas will head to the bench, and it's uncertain if he'll see the court at all. Kyshawn George will start in Valanciunas' place.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Could Knicks Trade for Jonas Valanciunas? The New York Knicks could make a trade with the Washington Wizards to get some center depth.

AUGUST 30 • KANSASCITY.COM

Pelicans add veteran center Daniel Theis, AP source says

The New Orleans Pelicans and veteran NBA center Daniel Theis have agreed to terms on a one-year contract, a person familiar with the agreement says

JULY 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wizards acquire C Jonas Valanciunas from Pelicans The Washington Wizards acquired center Jonas Valanciunas from the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday in a sign-and-trade deal for a 2027 secon...

JULY 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Agrees to deal with Washington Valanciunas agreed to a three-year, $30 million contract with the Wizards on Sunday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Valanciunas played at least 74 regular-season games in each of his three seasons with the Pelicans, but his role declined slightly last year, as he averaged 12.2 points, 8.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 23.5 minutes per game while appearing in every regular-season matchup. The 32-year-old should have a chance to bounce back as a veteran presence for the Wizards, who just acquired Alex Sarr with the No. 2 pick in this year's draft.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

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Brunson, Towns help Knicks roll to a 134-106 win that extends' Wizards' losing streak to 9

Washington plays New York on 5-game road slide

Jackson scores 39 points, Pippen has triple-double as Grizzlies beat Wizards 128-104

Tatum, Brown help Celtics rout Wizards 122-102 in first road game

Pelicans add veteran center Daniel Theis, AP source says