Peyton Watson News, Rumors, Updates - Denver Nuggets

Peyton Watson is the Denver Nuggets' Wild Card - DNVR Sports The shorthanded Denver Nuggets routed the one-handed Indiana Pacers Saturday night to cap off a perfect homestand. Young Peyton Watson, a re...

NOVEMBER 10 • THEDNVR.COM

Thrives in starting role Watson recorded 16 points (7-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and three steals across 27 minutes during Saturday's 117-100 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Watson replaced Aaron Gordon (hamstring) in the starting lineup, tallying a season-high 16 points. Despite inconsistent minutes on most nights, Watson has had a decent start to the season, averaging 7.1 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks in 21.2 minutes per game. He can be used for defensive streaming purposes or when those ahead of him in the rotation are sidelined.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Jokic has 6th triple-double in 9 games as Nuggets beat Pacers 117-100

Nikola Jokic had 32 points, 14 rebounds and 14 assists for his sixth triple-double in nine games this season, and the short-handed Denver Nuggets beat the Indiana Pacers 117-100

NOVEMBER 9 • Associated Press

Starting Saturday Watson is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Pacers, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reports.

Impact Watson is drawing the start with Aaron Gordon (hamstring) unavailable, and he's had solid runs as a starter in the past. Over 18 starts last season, Watson produced averages of 11.6 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.0 three-pointer and 1.7 blocks per contest.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 6 • YOUTUBE

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NOVEMBER 2 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Another intriguing performance Watson closed with 10 points 3-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), four rebounds, two steals, one assist and one block in 23 minutes during Friday's 109-107 loss to Portland.

Impact Watson continues to turn some heads, playing at least 23 minutes for the third consecutive game. In that span, he has averaged 9.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.3 steals and 2.0 blocks, putting him firmly on the radar, even in standard fantasy formats. He is more of a deep league target at this point, but is someone to monitor closely elsewhere, just in case his role increases at some point.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Strong line off bench Watson provided five points (2-2 FG, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, five assists, three blocks and one steal in 23 minutes during Wednesday's 122-88 win over the Pelicans.

Impact This was Watson's 24th career game with at least three blocks, and he's been one the best shot-blocking wings in the NBA in recent years. Watson is seeing 20.8 minutes per contest through four games to open the season, and he's managed to put up 11th-round fantasy value in nine-category formats despite a 10.2 percent usage rate.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Murray scores 43 points, Jokic has triple-double as Nuggets beat Timberwolves 127-114

Jamal Murray scored 23 of his 43 points in the third quarter and Nikola Jokic had a triple-double as the Denver Nuggets beat the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves 127-114

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Peyton Watson makes feelings crystal clear about lack of contract extension Peyton Watson went on the record and cleared the air about his lack of a contract extension with the Nuggets.

OCTOBER 27 • NUGGLOVE.COM

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OCTOBER 26 • YOUTUBE

Peyton Watson, Nuggets unable to agree to contract extension, meaning restricted free agency next summer DENVER - Peyton Watson and the Denver Nuggets did not reach a contract agreement before Monday's dea...

OCTOBER 21 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Peyton Watson might be secret ingredient for Nuggets' success in 2025-26 The Denver Nuggets’ retooled roster creates an ideal environment for Peyton Watson to shine. Here’s why he’s the secret to the squad’s champ...

OCTOBER 19 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Peyton Watson preparing for increased ball-handling responsibility with Nuggets “I honestly feel the more you play (in the offseason),” Watson said, “the more you build the endurance to be able to continue to play throug...

OCTOBER 19 • DENVERPOST.COM

Leads Denver with 15 points Watson registered 15 points (5-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block over 25 minutes during the Nuggets' 94-91 preseason loss to the Thunder...

Impact Watson made his second start of the preseason Friday due to the absence of Aaron Gordon (rest). Watson took advantage of the additional playing time as he led the Nuggets in points while finishing tied with Cameron Johnson for most rebounds and assists. Watson came off the bench for the majority of the 2024-25 season but would be the top option to enter the starting lineup if Gordon were to ever miss time during the regular season.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 18 • YOUTUBE

Starting sans Gordon Watson will start in Friday's preseason game against the Thunder, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Impact With Aaron Gordon (rest) sitting out Friday's preseason finale, Watson will enter the starting five. The 23-year-old forward is expected to operate as Gordon's primary backup in the 2025-26 campaign.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets' Christian Braun gets $126.5 million contract update with Peyton Watson subplot | Sporting News Denver has two deals to figure out.

OCTOBER 16 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Looks good off bench Watson logged 12 points (3-7 FG, 6-7 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 22 minutes of Tuesday's 124-117 preseason win over Chicago.

Impact Watson has been creating some buzz in training camp and is in the midst of a strong preseason. Through four exhibitions, Watson is shooting 55.0 percent from the field with 8.0 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 19.6 minutes per contest. He looks primed for a key role with the second unit.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets vs. Clippers: Christian Braun, Peyton Watson adding to their game in preseason With contract extension deadlines looming, Christian Braun and Peyton Watson are balling.

OCTOBER 13 • DENVERPOST.COM

In reserve role Sunday Watson will come off the bench during Sunday's preseason game against the Clippers, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Watson will shift to a reserve role due to Aaron Gordon (rest) returning to the lineup. Watson should still see an ample role Sunday.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets' Peyton Watson extension decision all but confirmed Peyton Watson is eligible to sign an extension with the Denver Nuggets.

OCTOBER 10 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Starting Monday Watson will be in the starting lineup for Monday's preseason matchup with Toronto, Vivek Jacob of the Raptors' official site reports.

Impact Aaron Gordon (rest) is sitting out Monday's exhibition for maintenance purposes, so Watson will get the start in his place and he'll be joined by Jamal Murray, Cameron Johnson, Christian Braun and Nikola Jokic.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Full Denver Nuggets Postgame Press Conference vs. MIN 🎙

OCTOBER 5 • YOUTUBE

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Nikola Jokic has 6th triple-double in 9 games as Nuggets beat Pacers 117-100

Murray scores 43 points, Jokic has triple-double as Nuggets beat Timberwolves 127-114