Denver Nuggets Waive Veteran Center Jonas Valanciunas: Report
Summary
The Denver Nuggets have released veteran center Jonas Valanciunas, saving $8 million on his contract for the 2026-27 season. This move allows Marvin Bagley III to become the backup center behind star player Nikola Jokic.Key Facts
- Jonas Valanciunas was waived by the Denver Nuggets in 2026.
- Waiving him saves the Nuggets $8 million on his $10 million contract.
- His contract for the next season was only partly guaranteed for $2 million before July 8.
- Marvin Bagley III, signed earlier for one year, will replace Valanciunas as backup center.
- Valanciunas averaged 8.7 points and 5.1 rebounds in about 13 minutes per game during 2025-26.
- At age 34, Valanciunas may receive offers from other NBA teams or possibly join a Lithuanian team, Zalgiris Kaunas.
- His 2025-26 stats were his lowest since his rookie year in 2011.
- Valanciunas has previously played for the Toronto Raptors, New Orleans Pelicans, Memphis Grizzlies, Washington Wizards, and Sacramento Kings.
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