Peyton Watson News, Rumors, Updates - Denver Nuggets

Extends double-digit scoring streak Watson racked up 13 points (6-20 FG, 1-6 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists and three blocks in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 109-107 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Watson continues to provide some of everything for Denver. He's currently on a 16-game streak of scoring double figures, although he shot just 30.0-percent from the field against Detroit in a two-point loss. Watson's defense remains stellar as he now has 11 blocks in his past four games.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Available Tuesday Watson (ankles) is available for Tuesday's game against Detroit.

Impact Watson missed Friday's win over Milwaukee due to a right ankle strain and a left ankle sprain, though he'll return to action Tuesday. The 23-year-old forward has averaged 20.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.8 blocks and 1.4 steals across 34.6 minutes per game in his last five appearances.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Trading Peyton Watson ahead of deadline would be massive blunder by Nuggets There are some logical reasons for the Nuggets to consider trading Peyton Watson ahead of the deadline, but that would be a massive blunder.

JANUARY 26 • NUGGLOVE.COM

On track for Tuesday return Watson (ankle) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Watson missed Denver's last matchup due to an ankle sprain, but he appears poised for a return Tuesday evening if all goes according to plan. Expect confirmation on his availability closer to tipoff.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

NBA cap expert predicts Peyton Watson contract and the number is jarring Peyton Watson has exploded onto the scene this season, but the price tag for his contract extension this summer is exploding right along wit...

JANUARY 26 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Detroit puts road win streak on the line against Denver

Detroit comes into a matchup against Denver as winners of three consecutive road games

JANUARY 26 • Associated Press

Questionable to play Sunday Watson (ankles) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Watson is dealing with injuries to both of his ankles, which prevented him from playing in Friday's win against the Bucks. Julian Strawther would likely remain in the Nuggets' starting lineup if Watson is not cleared to return Sunday.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Denver plays Memphis, looks for 7th straight road win

Denver comes into a matchup against Memphis as winners of six road games in a row

JANUARY 24 • Associated Press

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo expects to miss extended time after injuring his calf again

Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo thinks he will be out for an extended period after hurting his right calf again after a similar injury already caused him to miss eight games earl...

JANUARY 24 • Associated Press

Strawther scores 20 points as short-handed Nuggets outlast slumping Bucks 102-100

Julian Strawther scored a season-high 20 points and the short-handed Denver Nuggets built a 23-point lead before hanging on to beat the slumping Milwaukee Bucks 102-100

JANUARY 24 • Associated Press

Won't play Friday Watson (ankles) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Watson is dealing with a right ankle strain and a left ankle sprain, and he'll miss his first game since Dec. 20. His next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Grizzlies. With the 23-year-old forward unavailable, Tim Hardaway, Spencer Jones, Hunter Tyson and Julian Strawther are candidates to see an uptick in minutes.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable Friday Watson (ankles) is questionable for Friday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Watson is dealing with sprains to both of his ankles, so it's possible Denver will exercise caution on the second leg of their back-to-back set. If the versatile forward ends up sitting out, Tim Hardaway and Spencer Jones are options to enter the starting lineup Friday.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Peyton Watson continues epic run with historic, Wemby-like performance In the Nuggets' win over the Wizards, Peyton Watson recorded a new career-high and put up a stat line we've only seen from Wemby.

JANUARY 23 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Nuggets' Peyton Watson makes basketball history only done once before in NBA | Sporting News He's on an absurd run.

JANUARY 23 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Denver plays Milwaukee, aims for 6th straight road win

Denver comes into a matchup with Milwaukee as winners of five road games in a row

JANUARY 23 • Associated Press

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JANUARY 23 • YOUTUBE

Peyton Watson CAREER-HIGH Game ‼️ | Highlights vs. WAS

JANUARY 23 • YOUTUBE

Peyton Watson scores career-high 35 points as short-handed Nuggets outlast Wizards 107-97

Peyton Watson scored a career-high 35 points to lead the short-handed Denver Nuggets to a 107-97 victory over the Washington Wizards

JANUARY 23 • Associated Press

Shines in win Watson finished with 35 points (10-16 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 9-10 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, two steals and four blocks in 40 minutes during Thursday's 107-97 victory over the Wizar...

Impact Watson put together a stellar final line, highlighted by a team-high 35 points, which also marks a season high. The 23-year-old was a menace on the defensive end, where he compiled a team-best four swats and accounted for two of Denver's nine steals. Watson has now reached the 30-point threshold in two of his previous six appearances and continues to play at a high level as the Nuggets navigate without Nikola Jokic (knee).

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks have painfully obvious soon-to-be free agent to chase The Hawks have one free agent they must target this offseason: Peyton Watson. He would be a perfect fit, and the Nuggets can't afford to ret...

JANUARY 22 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Lakers have painfully obvious soon-to-be free agent to chase With his defense and scoring, Peyton Watson is exactly the free-agent wing the Lakers need this summer.

JANUARY 22 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Bulls have the perfect free agent target that is already breaking out The Chicago Bulls should target restricted free agent Peyton Watson, leveraging cap flexibility to land a potential breakout star.

JANUARY 21 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

Nuggets trusted Christian Braun, but a breakout star is quickly making them regret it The Denver Nuggets handed a lucrative contract extension to Christian Braun, a move they are regretting as Peyton Watson blows up instead.

JANUARY 21 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Drains four threes Tuesday Watson chipped in 18 points (7-17 FG, 4-8 3Pt), five rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals over 38 minutes during Tuesday's 115-107 loss to the Lakers.

Impact It was another strong showing from Watson, who continues to see elevated usage while Nikola Jokic (knee) is on the shelf. Over the last 12 games while the superstar center has been been sidelined, Watson is averaging 22.1 points, 6.2 boards, 2.8 assists, 2.2 threes, 1.3 steals and 1.2 blocks in 35.9 minutes.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 21 • YOUTUBE

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Detroit puts road win streak on the line against Denver

Denver plays Memphis, looks for 7th straight road win

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo expects to miss extended time after injuring his calf again

Strawther scores 20 points as short-handed Nuggets outlast slumping Bucks 102-100

Denver plays Milwaukee, aims for 6th straight road win

Peyton Watson scores career-high 35 points as short-handed Nuggets outlast Wizards 107-97