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Thu Dec 21 202309:42Jonas Valanciunas Questionable Against Cleveland
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas (illness) is questionable for Thursday's battle with the Cavaliers. He's one of three Pelicans players who find themselves on the injury report with an illness. New Orleans' frontcourt could be very shorthanded for the matchup, as Zion Williamson (illness) is also among the players with a question mark, and Cody Zeller's (ankle) status is uncertain due to an injury. Jeremiah Robinson-Earl could be poised for a busy night if the health issues don't clear up for the Pelicans by game time.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Sun Sep 3 202322:19Jonas Valanciunas Helps Take Down Team USA
Team Lithuania center Jonas Valanciunas posted a strong outing to help with the effort to take down the favored Team USA on Sunday. The veteran big man posted 12 points, seven rebounds, and two blocks while shooting 4-for-6 from the floor and knocking down his only three of the game. Lithuania pulled off the shocking upset with a lopsided rebounding advantage and a huge first quarter which propelled their lead the rest of the game.
Source: FIBARotoBaller.com
Sun Sep 3 202309:17Jonas Valanciunas Set To Stay In New Orleans
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas has been in trade rumors all summer, with the team reportedly looking to move on from him due to his defensive shortcomings, but it now appears that there won't be a break-up after all. The Lithuanian giant will continue as the Pelicans' starting center, writes William Guillory of The Athletic in his mailbag column. According to Guillory, New Orleans was looking to replace Valanciunas with Cleveland's Jarrett Allen and was also interested in Detroit's Isaiah Stewart, but no deal was reached. Valanciunas himself was recently quoted saying he wants to remain in New Orleans. The 31-year-old has spent two seasons with the Pelicans, averaging 15.9 points and 10.8 rebounds. He starts the final season of his two-year, $30.1 million deal in 2023-24.
Source: William GuilloryRotoBaller.com
Tue Aug 29 202318:31Jonas Valanciunas Interested In Staying With Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas is eligible for a contract extension after signing one in 2021 for two years. In an interview with Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports, Valanciunas stated, "And I want to stay longer there. I like the New Orleans group. I'm ready to go and do it." Until injuries derailed the season, the Pelicans were at the top of the Western Conference early last year. The Lithuanian big man has spent two seasons in New Orleans so far and has averaged 15.9 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game across 27.5 minutes per contest.
Source: Jake FischerRotoBaller.com
Tue Jun 27 202322:04Jonas Valanciunas Put On The Trading Block?
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas could be on the move this offseason. Yahoo Sports' Jake Fischer reports that the 31-year-old is available in trade talks as the Pelicans seek "more mobile, rim-protecting big men". Valanciunas handled just 24.9 minutes per game last season, his lowest since 2018-2019. New Orleans could also be looking to clear up the paint on both ends of the floor to accommodate for slashing phenom Zion Williamson. Considering Valanciunas holds an expiring contract, it's not surprising to hear the glass-cleaning big man be dispensable this summer. Even so, "JV" managed to average a double-double with 14.1 points and 10.2 rebounds per game in the Big Easy last season despite limited court time.
Source: Jake Fischer - Yahoo SportsRotoBaller.com
Wed May 31 202319:57Jonas Valanciunas Wants Extension With Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas recently mentioned that he would like to remain with the organization. He continued by saying the two of them have discussed an extension, but Valanciunas knows this offseason isn't easy for New Orleans. The Pelicans have multiple key players that need to be extended, so Valanciunas might not be at the top of the list. Regardless, it sounds like the big man is open to staying in New Orleans long term. He still has one-year left under his current contract, so the two sides don't have to come to terms on a deal this offseason. The 31-year-old averaged 14.1 points, 10. 2 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 79 games with the Pelicans last season.
Source: Basketnews.comRotoBaller.com
Sun Apr 2 202310:52Jonas Valanciunas Adds Another Double-Double To His Tally
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas had fun against the Clippers Saturday with a 23-point, 12-rebound double-double in 28 minutes in a 122-114 win. He nailed his only three-point attempt and shot 10-for-18 overall from the field, adding one block on the defensive end. Valanciunas now has a double-double in nine of his last 10 games, and he boasts 42 of them in total for the season, which puts him fifth in the league. The 30-year-old hit a bit of a rough patch early last month, but he has bounced back strongly and continues to help out fantasy managers in multiple ways.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Fri Mar 24 202309:52Jonas Valanciunas Has Impressive Performance
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas looked unstoppable during Thursday's victory over the Charlotte Hornets. The big man took full advantage of the Hornets being shorthanded during this game. He finished with 20 points, 19 rebounds, and three assists in 34 minutes of action. Valanciunas fell one rebound shy of his seventh game with at least 20 points and 20 rebounds in his career. Despite that, Valanciunas has recorded a double-double in five of his last six games. He has providing third-round value in 9-cat formats right now. Valanciunas is getting hot at the right time for fantasy managers in the playoffs.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Sat Mar 18 202309:52Jonas Valanciunas Comes Back To Life Friday
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas ended a poor spell with a nice double-double on Friday, registering 22 points and 17 rebounds in a 114-112 defeat to Houston. He shot 10-for-16 from the field and wrapped things up with a season-high four blocks. Valanciunas has been struggling for form lately and it's led to a few miserable outings. However, it appears as though he regained his rhythm and confidence on Friday, and Valanciunas is in a good situation to gain momentum quickly. He has a chance to crush the Rockets again on Sunday, and next week starts with matchups against the Spurs and Hornets, who also struggle badly against opposing bigs.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Mon Mar 6 202321:32Jonas Valanciunas Will Play Monday Night
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas (calf) is available to play Monday against the Sacramento Kings. Valanciunas missed the past two games with a calf injury, but after going through a full practice on Sunday, he will make his return to the court on Monday. Willy Hernangomez should head to the bench on Monday after not making much of an impact in his two spot starts. If Valanciunas is limited in any fashion, Hernangomez will likely see increased minutes.
Source: Will GuilloryRotoBaller.com
Sun Mar 5 202321:20Jonas Valanciunas Listed As Questionable For Monday
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas (calf) is questionable against the Sacramento Kings on Monday night. He's missed the last couple of games, but there hasn't exactly been a positive update on the calf contusion just yet. The questionable status is a step in the right direction, but fantasy managers will want to check back on Monday leading up to game time. If he remains sidelined, Willy Hernangomez will likely stay in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Fri Mar 3 202315:58Jonas Valanciunas Not Expected To Play On Friday
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas (calf) is listed as doubtful for the team's contest on Friday against the Golden State Warriors. He's currently dealing with a calf contusion that kept him out of their last contest on Wednesday. Seeing as he's not expected to play for the second game in a row, Willy Hernangomez will likely get the starting spot again while Jaxson Hayes should see some more minutes off of the bench. Both of them are very risky streaming options and fantasy managers should probably look somewhere else for a fill-in.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Tue Feb 7 202319:05Jonas Valanciunas Starting Against Hawks
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas (quad) is back in the starting lineup against the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday. Valanciunas was probable to play so this should not be unexpected, but he did miss Sunday's game after going through an MRI. Valanciunas appears to have recovered from his awkward fall on Saturday and should be fine to see his normal role. Larry Nance Jr. should move back to the bench, but should still have a decent role with the second unit and would see an increased role if Valanciunas has any setbacks.
Source: Pelicans PRRotoBaller.com
Mon Feb 6 202321:48Jonas Valanciunas Listed As Probable Tuesday
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas (quad) is probable to play Tuesday against the Atlanta Hawks. This is great news for both Valanciunas and the Pelicans as he appears to have avoided serious injury. Valanciunas left Saturday's game after an awkward fall and had an MRI before being ruled out for Sunday's game with a knee injury. Later on, it was determined Valanciunas had no structural damage and was only dealing with soreness in his quad. Valanciunas will likely only miss one game due to the injury and his return would move Larry Nance Jr. back to the second unit.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Sun Feb 5 202318:11Jonas Valanciunas Out Sunday, Avoids Serious Injury
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas (quad) will sit Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Valanciunas left Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers after landing awkwardly on a dunk attempt. Valanciunas was originally ruled out for a knee injury, but after a clean MRI came back, he is reportedly only dealing with soreness in his quadriceps. This is very good news for New Orleans and fantasy managers everywhere as Valanciunas appears to have avoided a major injury. Larry Nance Jr. and Jaxson Hayes should see increased value while Valanciunas sits.
Source: Andrew LopezRotoBaller.com
Sat Jan 14 202307:02Jonas Valanciunas Posts A Big Double-Double Against Detroit
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas scored a season-high 33 points and grabbed 16 rebounds as the team defeated Detroit on Friday 116-110. He got off to a hot start with 13 first-quarter points and never looked back, shooting 12-for-15 from the field and 8-for-10 at the foul line. Valanciunas also posted three assists and one block. The Pistons have been one of the weakest teams all season against centers, so Valanciunas was in a great spot to perform. Things are set to be much tougher for him in the next couple of games against Cleveland and Miami, two teams that have recorded elite defensive numbers against centers.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Sat Jan 7 202319:34Jonas Valanciunas Available On Saturday
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas (hand) is available for Saturday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. The big man has been cleared for this game despite dealing with a sprained right hand. The expectation is that he'll be in the starting five and could see an expanded role on Saturday. The Pelicans are without Larry Nance Jr. (shoulder), so Valanciunas and Willy Hernangomez could see bigger roles during this contest. Between the two, Valanciunas is the better streaming option, but neither player is a great choice.
Source: Jim EichenhoferRotoBaller.com
Tue Dec 20 202207:21Jonas Valanciunas Enjoys A Big Night Against The Bucks
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas had by far the most productive performance of the season Monday against the Bucks, scoring 37 points and posting 18 rebounds, five assists and one steal in 37 minutes. Somehow, the Pelicans couldn't mold Valanciunas' big effort into a victory, dropping the game 128-119. His work included a 7-for-10 performance from downtown, and Valanciunas shot 14-for-24 overall from the field. The big Lithuanian has had a relatively quiet campaign, with his minutes having taken a big dip, but Monday was a great reminder of what he can do. He should have another solid night Thursday against the Spurs, who have given up 21.5 points and 10.5 rebounds to Valanciunas in two previous matchups this season.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Thu Nov 24 202212:17Jonas Valanciunas Posts Strong Line Against Spurs
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas posted a very efficient stat line while only playing 26 minutes during a blowout win against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. He ended the game with 22 points, 10 rebounds, two assists, and one block while shooting a red-hot 9-for-11 from the floor and he only missed one of his five three-point attempts. Since CJ McCollum was out, Valanciunas was able to see a little more usage than normal. He's yet to crack the top 100 in fantasy value so right now his ADP of 54.2 is looking quite bad.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Mon Apr 25 202209:59Jonas Valanciunas Goes For 26 Points And 15 Boards In Game 4
New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas posted a sturdy double-double in the team's Game 4 win over the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. He racked up 26 points and 15 rebounds in the game. He shot 9-for-15 from the field and 7-for-11 from the free throw line. He connected on his only three-point attempt in the game and also had four assists. This was a great bounce-back game for the nine-year veteran, who struggled in Game 3, shooting just 1-for-5 while scoring only six points. He's been a beast on the boards this series, averaging 16.0 rebounds per game. He'll look to continue his rebounding dominance in Game 5 on Tuesday.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
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