Daily Archives: July 6, 2025

Nuggets Affirm Valanciunass Role as Key Backup Amid Trade Developments

The Denver Nuggets are committed to having Jonas Valanciunas fulfill his contract. The 33-year-old Lithuanian center has been made aware of the team’s intentions, with the Nuggets viewing him as a significant asset for the 2025-26 season, serving as a crucial backup to Serbian star Nikola Jokic, as reported by ESPN’s senior NBA insider Shams Charania on Sunday. Amid interest …

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Nuggets Commit to Keeping Valanciunas Amid Greek Offers and Trade Talks

According to veteran NBA reporter Marc Stein, the Denver Nuggets are moving forward with their trade for Jonas Valanciunas and remain committed to retaining the experienced center, even as the Lithuanian player heads to Athens amidst ongoing negotiations with Panathinaikos. Valanciunas has received an offer from the prominent Greek EuroLeague team, but for the transfer to Panathinaikos to be finalized, …

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Kasparas Jakucionis Reflects on Summer League Debut: Adapting to a New Game Style

In the opening game of the 2025 California Classic Summer League, Kasparas Jakucionis faced difficulties while playing for the Miami Heat. Despite the team’s victory, winning 82-69 against the San Antonio Spurs at San Francisco’s Chase Center, the 19-year-old Lithuanian combo guard struggled with his shooting, finishing with only 1 for 7 from the field, including a disappointing 0 for …

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Jock Landale Makes Memorable Move to Memphis: Signs One-Year Deal with Grizzlies After Rockets Release

Jock Landale has signed a one-year contract with the Memphis Grizzlies, as reported by Shams Charania. Previously, the experienced center was released by the Houston Rockets prior to the guarantee of his $8 million salary. The 29-year-old posted averages of 4.8 points and 3.3 rebounds in 11.9 minutes over 42 games in the last season. He initially inked a four-year, …

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