The Nuggets announced Monday that Watson will be re-evaluated in four weeks due to a right knee sprain he sustained in Friday's 137-134 win over the 76ers, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reports.
Watson is a key part of the Nuggets' second unit, and his absence will likely force the Nuggets to lean more heavily on Julian Strawther and Zeke Nnaji off the bench. The 22-year-old has averaged 8.1 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.2 blocks in 24.1 minutes per game over 48 appearances on the season. A clearer timeline for his return should come into focus once he's re-evaluated in early March.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Won't play against Charlotte
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Watson is out for Saturday's game versus the Hornets due to a sprained right knee.
Watson will miss his first game of the season Saturday due to a knee injury. Julian Strawther and Hunter Tyson are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Watson's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with New Orleans.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Gets green light Tuesday
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Watson (head) is available for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.
After getting listed as probable with a head contusion, Watson has been given the green light to suit up for the Nuggets on Tuesday. Across his last eight games, the versatile 22-year-old wing has averaged 8.6 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.0 blocks and 0.9 steals in 25.6 minutes.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Likely to play Tuesday
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Watson (head) is probable for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.
After leaving Sunday's meeting with the Magic with a head contusion, Watson will likely play through the issue Tuesday. Over his last eight games, the 22-year-old has averaged 8.6 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.0 blocks and 0.9 steals in 25.6 minutes.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Suffers head injury
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Watson is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Magic due to a head contusion.
The status of Watson for the rest of the game is uncertain, though it wouldn't be surprising to see the Nuggets take a cautious approach and shut him down for the night. Watson posted four points (1-2 FG, 2-2 FT), three blocks, two rebounds and one assist in 12 minutes before checking out of the contest with 3:23 remaining in the second quarter.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Posts diverse line from bench
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Watson provided 10 points (3-5 FG, 4-5 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, two blocks and two steals over 35 minutes during Friday's 124-105 victory over Brooklyn.
Watson took only five shot attempts, but he made solid contributions in secondary categories in the victory. The Nuggets have a lot invested in Watson, but many forget that he entered the league following limited action in the college ranks and is still considered a developmental project for the team. Nonetheless, he's seeing significant action this season, averaging a career-high 24.7 minutes per game.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Scores 18 points off bench
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Watson totaled 18 points (6-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), one rebound, two assists, one block and one steal across 26 minutes during Friday's 149-135 loss to the Cavaliers.
The Nuggets were without Aaron Gordon (calf) for this matchup Friday, but Watson still came off the bench, although he took advantage of his minutes to deliver an efficient scoring outing. Watson has scored in double digits in just two of his last 10 appearances, however, so it's hard to trust him to deliver sustained fantasy production, especially if he continues to play off the bench going forward.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Retreats to bench Tuesday
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Watson will come off the bench in Tuesday's matchup against the Warriors.
Aaron Gordon will reclaim his starting spot, sending Watson to the bench Tuesday. The 22-year-old started in the club's last 11 outings, during which he averaged 12.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.2 blocks across 31.2 minutes per game.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Probable for Sunday
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Watson is probable for Sunday's game against the Clippers with a right adductor strain.
Watson has been dealing with an adductor strain for quite some time, but that hasn't prevented the third-year forward from making 10 starts in a row. The probable tag suggests he should remain in the starting unit, especially with Aaron Gordon (calf) listed as doubtful. Watson is averaging 12.3 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game since moving to a starting role.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Good to go
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Watson (hip) will play Monday night against the Knicks.
Watson was listed as probable due to a right adductor strain, and he's since been given the green light to suit up. He's averaging 13.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.4 blocks in eight games since joining the starting lineup in place of Aaron Gordon (calf).
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Expected to play Monday
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Watson is probable for Monday's game against the Knicks due to a right adductor strain.
This is a new injury for the youngster, but it doesn't look like it'll stop him from suiting up. Watson continues to fill in for Aaron Gordon (calf) and is averaging 13.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.4 blocks in 33.0 minutes per game as a starter.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Strong two-way effort
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Watson fouled out of Tuesday's 122-110 win over the Grizzlies after recording 15 points (6-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 25 minutes.
Watson chipped in on both ends of the floor, continuing to provide serviceable production in Aaron Gordon's absence due to a calf injury. Despite foul trouble, Watson reminded everyone just what he can do when afforded meaningful minutes, playing as a primary defender while also being able to spread the floor on the offensive end. Until Gordon returns, Watson should remain a key piece for the Nuggets.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Productive in win over Dallas
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Watson recorded 16 points (6-9 FG, 4-4 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and one block in 40 minutes during Sunday's 122-120 victory over the Mavericks.
With Aaron Gordon (calf) sidelined, Watson is enjoying a bigger role on offense, and the former UCLA standout is making the most of the opportunity. In three starts, Watson is averaging 14.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.7 blocks across 35.7 minutes per game.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Good to go for Thursday
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Watson (hamstring) will be a full go for Thursday's game against the Thunder, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.
Watson practiced Sunday and participated in Monday's 5-on-5 scrimmage. Watson could be a key part of Denver's second unit after averaging 6.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.1 blocks in 18.6 minutes across 80 regular-season appearances in 2023-24.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Won't play Thursday
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Watson (hamstring) won't be available for Thursday's preseason game against the Timberwolves, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.
Watson continues to recover from a nagging hamstring injury, and he'll end the preseason without suiting up in any game. He's been ramping up his activity in practice, but it remains to be seen if he'll be available for the regular-season opener against the Thunder on Oct. 24.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Out again Tuesday
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Watson (hamstring) will not play in Tuesday's preseason game versus the Thunder.
While Watson has yet to appear in a preseason game, his activity in practice has been ramping up as the start of the regular season nears. His next (and final) opportunity to partake in preseason action will be Thursday night against the Timberwolves.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Team option exercised
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The Nuggets picked up Watson's (hamstring) $4.36 million team option for 2025-26 on Thursday, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reports.
Watson is officially on the books for Denver for two more seasons after averaging 6.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.1 blocks in 18.6 minutes across 80 appearances during his second NBA campaign in 2023-24. He'll likely serve as one of the Nuggets' top big men off the bench during the upcoming season.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Absent from preseason opener
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Watson (hamstring) didn't play in Friday's preseason opener against the Celtics.
Watson has also been absent from practice due to minor hamstring discomfort, so it wasn't surprising to see him sit out Friday's preseason opener. His next chance to suit up will be Sunday's preseason rematch with Boston.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Logs 13 points as bench empties
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Watson finished with 13 points (6-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists, five blocks and one steal across 27 minutes during Saturday's 142-110 victory over Atlanta.
Watson will rarely post numbers this high, but the lopsided total gave him extra playing time Saturday evening. Aaron Gordon's (foot) injury also allowed for more time on the floor. The 2022 first-round pick has seen a sharp increase in all his 2023-24 season averages, but the 21-year-old still sits far outside fantasy viability.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Rough night Friday
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Watson posted zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in 11 minutes during Friday's 111-98 loss to the Timberwolves.
Watson had no impact in the loss, failing to score in 11 minutes. While he has flashed some upside this season, his role continues to cause frustration. He is unlikely to have any fantasy value for the remainder of the season but should be monitored by anyone playing in a dynasty format as a potential buy-low candidate.