Watson provided eight points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 10 assists, four rebounds and one steal across 18 minutes in Friday's 114-106 preseason win over the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

With D.J. Augustin (rest) being held out Friday, Watson received the chance to run with the second unit and nearly challenged for a double-double in limited playing time. He was far more effective while playing 12 fewer minutes than starting point guard Elfrid Payton, but it's unlikely to change his standing heading into the regular season. As the third-string option at his position when Payton and Augustin are healthy, Watson probably won't be included in coach Frank Vogel's rotation most nights.

Watson (ankle) compiled seven points (3-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist, and one block in 29 minutes during the Magic's 112-109 win over the Heat on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Watson returned from a two-game absence with a sprained ankle to play 29 minutes off the bench Friday. This was his highest allotment of playing time in the last 10 games, with Mar. 11's matchup versus the Kings being the last time Watson saw 30 minutes or more. Meanwhile, fellow backup point guard Brandon Jennings was a healthy scratch from Friday's lineup. Nevertheless, Watson has played more than half the game only seven times during this injury-plagued season, and if Jennings returns to action Sunday they will likely split the available time behind starter Elfrid Payton.

Watson has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Grizzlies because of a sprained left ankle, Josh Robbins of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear when the injury occurred, but Watson is dealing with a sprained left ankle and will be forced to sit out Sunday. Watson is averaging just 3.9 points, 2.0 rebounds and 2.7 assists over 20 minutes per game so far this season and will likely struggle to post fantasy relevant numbers even when healthy.

Watson had seven points (1-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven assists, and three rebounds in 26 minutes during the Magic's 107-99 loss to the Hornets on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Watson has seen 20 minutes or more in nine of the last 10 matchups. He matched his season high with seven dimes, and didn't commit a single turnover on Wednesday. Through nine games this month, Watson is averaging 5.1 points, 3.9 assists, and 2.2 rebounds in 25 minutes per contest. However, Elfrid Payton (elbow) has missed four consecutive games, thus allowing Watson to play an increased role lately.

Watson (illness) will be available off the bench Tuesday against Denver.

EDGE Analysis

Watson was initially deemed questionable with an illness, but he'll play through the ailment in what will likely be a reduced role. The Magic are without Elfrid Payton (elbow) for the third consecutive game, and it will be Brandon Jennings joining Victor Oladipo in the starting backcourt.

Watson is considered questionable to play Tuesday against the Nuggets due to illness, Josh Robbins of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Watson missed shootaround, but the Magic will wait until later in the day to update his status. With Elfrid Payton (elbow) set to miss a third straight game, Watson, if cleared, would likely remain in the starting lineup alongside Victor Oladipo.

Watson tallied 10 points (4-9 FG, 2-2 FT), five assists, three rebounds, a steal and a block over 34 minutes in Friday's 107-100 victory over the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

The nine-year veteran received the spot start in place of Elfrid Payton (elbow), and put up an identical stat line to the one generated during his 25-minute stint off the bench against the Lakers on Tuesday. Watson's playing time had notably been on the rise in March even before Friday, as he'd received over 20 minutes in each of the three games prior. Despite the bump in playing time, Watson's contributions in the Orlando offense tend to be capped at about the level of production that he generated Friday. With Payton not expected to be out for an extended period, Watson best serves as a speculative near-minimum price play in daily leagues.

Watson will draw the start Friday against the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

This will be Watson's first start of the season, as Elfrid Payton will have to sit this contest out. Watson has played 11 games since returning to action Feb. 19. He has averaged 3.5 points, 2.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 0.5 steals, 0.2 blocks, and 0.3 triples in 19 minutes per game during that time frame. he should see an increased workload Friday making him an intriguing DFS play.

Watson is expected to start Friday's game against the Kings, Josh Robbins of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Elfrid Payton is dealing with an elbow injury and will get the night off, which gives Watson the opportunity to move into the starting lineup in his place. Watson is averaging just over 22 minutes in each of his last seven games, but he should see his playing time increase with Payton out of the lineup.

Watson had three points (1-3 FG, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, and two steals in 19 minutes during the Magic's 124-115 victory against the 76ers on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Watson has seen a steady increase in minutes over the last three games, and he saw eight more minutes than Brandon Jennings on Tuesday. However, Watson has appeared in only 11 games this season, and it would likely take an injury to Jennings or Elfrid Payton for Watson to attain fantasy relevance in anything but the very deepest leagues.