Jonas Valanciunas: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / April 11

Jonas Valanciunas is the King of the Play-In

Sacramento Kings center Jonas Valanciunas is the unofficial king of the NBA play-in tournament. With the Kings set to appear in the 2025 play-in, Jonas will be the only player in the history of the league to appear in all six tournaments so far.

Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / April 11

Former NBA top-five pick extends his undesirable record

Journeyman center Jonas Valanciunas has become the unofficial king of the NBA play-in tournament.

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Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / March 5

How Kings are thriving since trading their franchise player

How Kings have been thriving since trading away their franchise player

One month after dealing Fox to the San Antonio Spurs, the Kings and their new additions are thriving.

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NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / February 11

Kings Jumbo Lineup Comes Up Big, Shutout Mavericks in Key Stat

The Sacramento Kings were on the brink on Monday night against the Dallas Mavericks , trailing 89-98 with 9:07 left in the fourth quarter. It wasn't the biggest of margins, but on a night where the Kings were struggling with taking care of the ball, it felt like the game was slipping away.

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / February 6

Will Jonas Valanciunas Make Sacramento Kings Debut Against Trail Blazers?

The Sacramento Kings are on the road Thursday night for their matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers, and they received some positive news ahead of the game.

NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / February 6

Jonas Valanciunas' Status for Kings vs Trail Blazers

The Sacramento Kings have stayed busy ahead of the NBA trade deadline, highlighted by the major move to send De'Aaron Fox to the San Antonio Spurs while bringing in Zach LaVine from the Chicago Bulls.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 6

Wizards waive player acquired from Kings in Jonas Valanciunas trade

The Washington Wizards may make a few moves before the day of the trade deadline, as it looks like they’re going to focus on their young players for the remainder of the season.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 6

Wizards trade grade for Jonas Valanciunas deal

The Washington Wizards were a young team coming into the season, but now they truly embody the “Wiz Kids” nickname. Hours after trading Kyle Kuzma to the Milwaukee Bucks for a package including 20-year-old guard AJ Johnson, they dealt Jonas Valanciunas to the Sacramento Kings for a return including fellow 20-year-old guard Sidy Cissoko.

Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / February 6

The Wizards' First Move After Kyle Kuzma, Jonas Valanciunas Trades Makes No Sense

The Washington Wizards made a pretty head-scratching decision shortly after shipping away two of their most veteran players. On Wednesday, the Wizards struck a deal with the Milwaukee Bucks centered on swapping Kyle Kuzma for Khris Middleton.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 5

Kings create Lithuanian connection in lineup with Wizards trade

A few days after reuniting former Chicago Bulls teammates Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan, the Sacramento Kings brought together two members of the Lithuanian national team.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / February 5

Report: Kings acquire Wizards C Jonas Valanciunas

The Sacramento Kings obtained veteran center Jonas Valanciunas from the Washington Wizards for forward Sidy Cissoko and two second-round picks, ESPN reported on Wednesday.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 5

Former No. 5 pick gets traded to playoff contender ahead of deadline

Former No. 5 overall pick Jonas Valanciunas has been traded by the Washington Wizards ahead of Thursday’s NBA trade deadline.

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NBA News / Lakers Nation / February 5

Kings Acquire Jonas Valanciunas In Trade With Wizards

During the offseason, it was no secret that the Los Angeles Lakers were looking to add center depth, although they were unable to do so. Their top target seemed to be Jonas Valanciunas, who instead signed a three-year, $30 million contract with the Washington Wizards.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 5

Kings to acquire veteran center in trade with Wizards

The Kings are acquiring center Jonas Valanciunas in a trade with the Wizards.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 5

Kings Acquire Jonas Valanciunas In Trade With Wizards

The Sacramento Kings have acquired center Jonas Valanciunas in a deal with the Washington Wizards ahead of the NBA trade deadline, per Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 1

Why Lakers Shouldn't Trade For Jonas Valanciunas Before Deadline

With less than a week until the Feb. 6 trade deadline, the Los Angeles Lakers are under pressure to make a move that strengthens their roster for a serious playoff push.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 31

Jonas Valanciunas Losing Value For Wizards?

The Washington Wizards are less than a week away from the NBA Trade Deadline, where moves will have to be made in order for the team to trudge along in the rebuild.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 29

Report: Jonas Valanciunas Is A Favorite In Important Pockets Of Lakers Locker Room

According to NBA reporter Dan Woike of The Los Angeles Times, Washington Wizards center Jonas Valanciunas is a known favorite in important pockets of the Los Angeles Lakers locker room.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 28

Wizards Center Could Be Valuable in Trade

The Washington Wizards are a little over a week away from the NBA Trade Deadline, where Jonas Valanciunas will finally learn his fate. Valanciunas, 32, has been a common name in trade rumors ever since he signed with the Wizards back in the summertime.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 17

Jonas Valanciunas on Nuggets, other West contenders’ radars

Washington Wizards big man Jonas Valanciunas continues to be a hot name on the rumor mill as the Feb. 6 trade deadline approaches. The Denver Nuggets are one of several Western Conference squads who are interested in the Lithuanian international, via ClutchPoints’ NBA insider Brett Siegel.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 17

Insider Reveals Wizards Asking Price for Jonas Valanciunas

The Washington Wizards are just a few weeks away from the NBA Trade Deadline, where they will officially have an answer as to whether or not the team will keep veteran center Jonas Valanciunas aboard.