Jonas Valanciunas prioritizes Wizards’ growth

Washington Wizards center Jonas Valanciunas is aware his name has surfaced in trade rumors.

However, with his extensive experience, he remains unfazed by the speculation. The seasoned big man remains committed to supporting the development of the young Wizards team.

“What can happen in the future, maybe tomorrow, maybe even today, I don’t know,” Valanciunas said about the possibility of being dealt with. “If it happens, it happens. It’s a young team still putting the pieces together. Everything can happen.”

Valanciunas has played 13 seasons for 4 teams, including the Raptors and Pelicans. He has averaged 13.3 points and 9.4 rebounds in 886 regular-season games.