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Nuggets Set to Trade for Valanciunas; Holmes Shines

7/12/2025

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The Denver Nuggets are on the verge of a significant trade, bringing center Jonas Valanciunas from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Dario Saric. Valanciunas, with a $10.4M contract, may eye a return to Europe. Additionally, DaRon Holmes II's impressive Summer League performance adds exciting depth to the Nuggets' lineup.

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The Denver Nuggets are on the verge of a significant trade, bringing center Jonas Valanciunas from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Dario Saric. Valanciunas, with a $10.4M contract, may eye a return to Europe. Additionally, DaRon Holmes II's impressive Summer League performance adds exciting depth to the Nuggets' lineup.