Denver Nuggets new recruit Jonas Valančiūnas prefers playing overseas to NBA

Despite reports of the deal announcing a trade to the Denver Nuggets, Jonas Valančiūnas reportedly prefers playing overseas.

There's considerable interest surrounding Jonas Valančiūnas and his future following a trade this offseason.

The Denver Nuggets currently hold his rights, but Panathinaikos are also in the picture with a reported agreement in place.

The Lithuanian center, who recently visited Greece and appears keen on joining Panathinaikos.

Despite reports of the deal announcing a trade to the Denver Nuggets, Jonas Valančiūnas reportedly prefers playing overseas.

According to Forbes journalist Evan Sidery, the veteran center prefers to play outside the NBA.

Sidery reports: "Jonas Valančiūnas remains tight-lipped about his NBA future:

A statement by the big man earlier this week said, 'When I am certain, I will speak about everything,'

Although the Nuggets officially completed the trade for Valančiūnas over the weekend, it's clear he prefers playing overseas.

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