Jonas Valanciunas is heading back to Europe after a 14-season stint in the NBA. The Lithuanian center has signed a two-year contract with Zalgiris Kaunas, a professional team in Lithuania and the EuroLeague, through the 2027-28 season. Financial details of the agreement were not disclosed.

This move follows his recent waiving by the Denver Nuggets. During the past season, Valanciunas, who is 34 years old, played in 65 games for the Nuggets, contributing 8.7 points and 5.1 rebounds per contest. His NBA career statistics are impressive, with averages of 12.8 points and 9.0 rebounds over 1,002 games.

Valanciunas's NBA journey included playing for several franchises: the Toronto Raptors, New Orleans Pelicans, Memphis Grizzlies, Washington Wizards, Sacramento Kings, and most recently, the Denver Nuggets. His return to Zalgiris marks a significant moment for the club and European basketball.