Denver Nuggets new recruit Jonas Valančiūnas prefers playing overseas to NBA

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.

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:

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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.