Valanciuans has been placed in the league's health and safety protocols, Andrew Lopez of ESPN.com reports.
The 6-foot-11 center had missed two out of the Pelicans' last three contests due to an illness but is now set to miss even more time after being placed in the league's health and safety protocols. Willy Hernangomez and Jaxson Hayes both figure to see more playing time with Valanciunas sidelined. New Orleans is scheduled to play in four contests next week.