Valanciunas posted 14 points (4-6 FG, 6-9 FT), 12 rebounds, seven assists and two blocks in 28 minutes during Saturday's 118-108 victory over the Mavericks.
With CJ McCollum (ankle), Brandon Ingram (Achilles), Trey Murphy (knee) and Zion Williamson (rest) all sitting out, Valanciunas was efficient and stepped up as a facilitator. Valanciunas' seven assists matched a season high while his two-way energy was impactful in a game where New Orleans successfully fended off runs from Dallas throughout the second half. Saturday's game marked his 21st double-double of the season.