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Nikola Jokić's Nuggets Teammate Is Tired of Acting Unsurprised by His Performances Nuggets guard Peyton Watson doesn't want The Joker's latest masterpiece—a 56-point triple double—to be swept under the rug as just another d...

3 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

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6 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Flagg scores 33 points, Davis adds 31 as Mavericks beat Nuggets 131-130

Cooper Flagg had 33 points, nine rebounds and nine assists, and Anthony Davis had 31 points and nine rebounds as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Denver Nuggets 131-130

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Good to go vs. Dallas Watson (lower body) is available for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Watson has been cleared to play in a second consecutive game while managing a right trunk contusion. The third-year forward has been a permanent member in the Nuggets' starting lineup since Nov. 15, and over his last 15 outings he has averaged 14.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.7 threes and 1.1 blocks over 30.1 minutes per game.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Tuesday Watson is probable for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks with a right trunk contusion.

Impact Watson was able to play through this injury Monday against the Jazz, finishing with 20 points (7-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 28 minutes. For now, the Nuggets expect him to push through the pain once again.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 23 • YOUTUBE

Strong performance in return Watson closed Monday's 135-112 victory over Utah with 20 points (7-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 28 minutes.

Impact Watson returned to action after missing the past two games due to a trunk injury. In what was clearly a favorable matchup, Watson delivered an efficient 20 points, continuing his breakout season. Both Aaron Gordon (hamstring) and Christian Braun (ankle) remain sidelined, making Watson an intriguing addition to any standard league roster.

DECEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets jump out to a 19-0 lead and rout the Jazz 135-112

Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets raced out to a 19-0 lead in the opening four minutes and tied a franchise record for 3-pointers with 24, cruising to a 135-112 victory over the...

DECEMBER 23 • Associated Press

Getting green light Monday Watson (side) will play Monday against the Jazz.

Impact Watson will return to the hardwood Monday after missing two matchups with a side injury. He should slot into the starting five in his return, which will presumably bump Tim Hardaway back to a bench role.

DECEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Watson (side) is questionable for Monday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Watson, who has missed the past two games for Denver, remains day-to-day. Over his last 10 games, Watson has averaged 13.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.1 blocks in 28.7 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Durant scores 31, Sheppard's 11-point flurry helps Rockets end Nuggets' 6-game win streak, 115-101

Kevin Durant scored 31 points, Reed Sheppard scored the final 11 points of the third quarter to blow open a close game, and the Houston Rockets rolled past the Denver Nuggets 115-1...

DECEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Won't play Saturday Watson (side) won't play Saturday against the Rockets, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reports.

Impact Watson will miss a second straight game Saturday, but the forward remains day-to-day. In his absence, guys like Bruce Brown, Tim Hardaway and Zeke Nnaji could absorb more minutes for Denver.

DECEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 20 • SI.COM

Chance to play Saturday Watson (side) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Watson was unable to play against the Magic on Thursday due to a right trunk contusion, but he may limit his absence to one game if he's cleared to return Saturday. He was in the Nuggets' starting lineup in the 14 games prior to Thursday's contest, and over that span he averaged 14.1 points, 5.6 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.6 threes and 1.1 blocks over 30.2 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Thursday Watson (side) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Orlando.

Impact Watson is dealing with a right trunk contusion, which will result in him missing his first game of the 2025-26 regular season Thursday. He has started in each of the Nuggets' last 14 games, so his absence opens the door for Tim Hardaway or Zeke Nnaji to enter Denver's starting lineup. Watson's next opportunity to play is Saturday against the Rockets.

DECEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Watson (side) is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Magic.

Impact Watson suffered a right trunk contusion during Monday's win over Houston and was unable to return, which resulted in Tim Hardaway starting the second half. However, Hardaway is also questionable for Thursday's game with an illness, so if both these guys are out, Bruce Brown could receive major minutes as a starter. Check back for another update on Watson closer to Thursday's tip.

DECEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets face the Magic on 5-game win streak

Denver looks to prolong its five-game win streak with a victory against Orlando

DECEMBER 17 • Associated Press

Nikola Jokic's 12th triple-double of the season leads Nuggets to 128-125 OT win over Rockets

Nikola Jokic had 39 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists for his NBA-leading 12th triple-double of the season as the Denver Nuggets outlasted the Houston Rockets 128-125 in overtime...

DECEMBER 16 • Associated Press

Fails to return Monday Watson (side) didn't return to Monday's game against the Rockets. He finished the night with five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt) and one steal in six minutes before exiting.

Impact Watson was diagnosed with a right trunk contusion and never returned after departing during the first half. He can be considered day-to-day until further notice.

DECEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Watson is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Rockets due to a right trunk contusion.

Impact Watson made his way back to the bench shortly after being evaluated in the locker room. However, he didn't appear to be moving well on the sideline, per Bennett Durando of The Denver Post.

DECEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to locker room Monday Watson headed to the locker room during Monday's game against the Rockets due to an apparent left side injury, Brendan Vogt of TheDNVR.com reports.

Impact Watson was spotted grabbing his left side as he walked to the locker room, and his absence would thin the team's frontcourt depth. With Aaron Gordon (hamstring) also out, not having Watson could translate to more minutes for Spencer Jones, Zeke Nnaji and even Tim Hardaway.

DECEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Goes for 21 points Watson ended Thursday's 136-105 victory over Sacramento with 21 points (7-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-8 FT), two rebounds and one assist over 23 minutes.

Impact Watson, along with Cameron Johnson (16 points), were the two players who stepped up for the Nuggets in a game where Jamal Murray had an outing to forget (11 points, 4-13 FG). Watson continues to produce in a starting role, and while he's not going to carry the team offensively, he's done a decent job filling in for the injured Aaron Gordon (hamstring). He's averaging 14.9 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.2 blocks per game over his last nine appearances.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Jokic has 36 points and 12 boards as Nuggets rout Kings 136-105 for 11th straight road win

Nikola Jokic had 36 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists as the Denver Nuggets breezed past the Sacramento Kings 136-105 for their franchise-record 11th straight road win

DECEMBER 12 • Associated Press

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DECEMBER 12 • YOUTUBE

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DECEMBER 12 • NUGGLOVE.COM

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Flagg scores 33 points, Davis adds 31 as Mavericks beat Nuggets 131-130

Nuggets jump out to a 19-0 lead and rout the Jazz 135-112

Durant scores 31, Sheppard's 11-point flurry helps Rockets end Nuggets' 6-game win streak, 115-101

Nuggets face the Magic on 5-game win streak

Nikola Jokic's 12th triple-double of the season leads Nuggets to 128-125 OT win over Rockets

Jokic has 36 points and 12 boards as Nuggets rout Kings 136-105 for 11th straight road win