Jonas Valanciunas Stats

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.

3 days ago

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.

over 2 months ago

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.

over 2 months ago

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.

over 2 months ago