Reports are surfacing that former New Orleans Pelicans big man could be traded by the Washington Wizards during the season.
acquired him from the Pelicans this summer via a sign-and-trade deal that included New Orleans receiving a protected 2027 second-round pick. The move ended Valanciunas' three-year tenure with the Pelicans after they originally acquired him from the
The big man signed a three-year, $30 million contract with the Wizards, but per the league's rules, he'll be eligible for trade in December.are interested in his services. The 13-year veteran played all 82 games for New Orleans last season, averaging 12.2 points and 8.8 rebounds.
He continues, "There's not as much flexibility. But this gets you paid, and the team paying you can say, 'Hey, we'll get you to a contender when the time comes." The Knicks, Lakers, and Warriors expect to be playoff contenders this year and a veteran center like Valanciunas could improve their chances down the stretch.The 7-foot French phenom is still 19 years old, so having a veteran like Valanciunas around him early in his career will prove beneficial. Then, if they do trade their offseason acquisition in December like these reports are suggesting, he can play for a contender and look to win his first NBA title.
Newly acquired guard Dejounte Murray will push the pace with a talented roster of Brandon Ingram, Williamson, CJ McCollum, Trey Murphy III, and Herb Jones beside him.
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