Raptors, Valanciunas remain in contact: While Lithuanian center Jonas Valanciunas, the Raptors’ first-round pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, is expected to remain with his team, Lietuvos Rytas, for the remainder of the season, the Raptors continue to remain in contact with their center of the future. The National Post reports that the Raptors sent their director of sports science Alex McKechnie to Lithuania on Friday to establish a workout regimen in anticipation of the big man making his stateside debut next season. (Updated 02/17/2012)
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/26/12).
Fantasy Analysis
Valanciunas has zero Fantasy value for this season, obviously, however he remains an extremely intriguing prospect in keeper leagues and looking towards next season, as he should be able to form a formidable tandem with Andrea Bargnani down low – if he decides to join them, that is. Fantasy owners should continue to ignore him until next season, however the fact that he remains in contact with the team is a good sign for his willingness to make the leap soon. (Updated 02/17/2012).
07/11/2011 13:39 Fantasy Extra: The rookie class
Will Kyrie Irving live up to his top-pick billing? Can Ricky Rubio make his mark in the NBA? Our Sergio Gonzalez takes a look at the 2011-12 NBA rookie draft class from a Fantasy perspective.
