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Valanciunas Thrives in Nuggets' Championship Push

11/2/2025

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Jonas Valanciunas (Denver Nuggets) is thriving after signing this offseason.
The Nuggets are 3-1 after adding Cam Johnson and Bruce Brown, enhancing championship aspirations.
Valanciunas, a 14-year veteran, backs Nikola Jokic, averaging 8.5 points and 5 rebounds in limited minutes.
Valanciunas credits the locker room's positive atmosphere, saying, "It's fun to enjoy basketball."
With 78 games remaining, his attitude matters for a team aiming for the playoffs.

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Story summary

Jonas Valanciunas (Denver Nuggets) is thriving after signing this offseason.
The Nuggets are 3-1 after adding Cam Johnson and Bruce Brown, enhancing championship aspirations.
Valanciunas, a 14-year veteran, backs Nikola Jokic, averaging 8.5 points and 5 rebounds in limited minutes.
Valanciunas credits the locker room's positive atmosphere, saying, "It's fun to enjoy basketball."
With 78 games remaining, his attitude matters for a team aiming for the playoffs.