Watson is expected to miss at least four weeks with his Grade 2 right hamstring strain, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports Friday.

EDGE Analysis

This is a devastating blow for the Nuggets, and the franchise has had some awful luck with injuries this season. Watson has had a breakout season in Denver, averaging 14.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 steals while hitting 41.7 percent from beyond the arc. With Watson sidelined, there will be more opportunities for guys like Julian Strawther, Spencer Jones, Tim Hardaway and maybe even Zeke Nnaji.

Watson has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 right hamstring strain, and he's expected to miss an extended amount of time, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

While Watson doesn't have an official timetable to return, it's worth noting that Aaron Gordon missed over a month when he suffered his initial hamstring injury, so Watson's timetable will likely be measured in weeks, not days. Julian Strawther, Spencer Jones, Tim Hardaway and Zeke Nnaji will attempt to help fill the void at the forward spots in Denver while Watson and Gordon are sidelined.

Watson (hamstring) left Wednesday's 134-127 double overtime loss to the Knicks in the fourth quarter and did not return.

EDGE Analysis

Watson suffered a right hamstring injury late in Wednesday's game and limped back to the locker room. The forward didn't return to the game, and he ended the night with 10 points (4-13 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 33 minutes. Watson's next chance to play will come Saturday against the Bulls. Per Katy Winge of Altitude Sports, Watson will get an MRI on his hamstring in the coming days.

Watson went to the locker room during the fourth quarter of Wednesday's game against the Knicks due to a right hamstring injury, Vic Lombardi of Altitude Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Watson came up favoring his hamstring and was taken out of the game at the 8:30 mark of the fourth quarter. He has been taken to the locker room, where he will be evaluated by medical staff to determine whether Watson can return to Wednesday's game. Julian Strawther should see a slight uptick in minutes if Watson is unable to return.

Watson produced 29 points (11-17 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 37 minutes during Sunday's 121-111 loss to the Thunder.

EDGE Analysis

Watson took care of business for the Nuggets, who are slowly easing Nikola Jokic back to action. Jokic attempted only nine shots in the game and left the heavy lifting to Watson, who drilled five three-pointers and contributed in every major category. Watson has posted totals over 30 points four times this season, and the UCLA product was only a point away from hitting that milestone again.

Watson finished with 21 points (9-17 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 35 minutes during Friday's 122-109 victory over the Clippers.

EDGE Analysis

Even with Nikola Jokic back in the lineup for the first time since Dec. 29 after recovering from a knee injury, Watson still managed to maintain the shot volume he'd established in the three-time MVP's absence. Watson scored more than 20 points in nine of 15 games in January, and the fourth-year forward averaged 21.9 points, 5.5 boards, 3.0 assists, 2.4 threes, 1.5 blocks and 1.0 steals on the month while shooting 46.2 percent from three-point range.

Watson ended Thursday's 107-103 win over Brooklyn with 19 points (7-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-6 FT), two rebounds, three assists and two blocks in 34 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

The fourth-year forward continues to be a reliable secondary option in the Nuggets' offense, helping to fill the hole left by the absence of Nikola Jokic (knee). Watson has scored in double digits in 17 straight games dating back to Dec. 27, averaging 21.1 points, 5.5 boards, 2.5 assists, 2.1 threes, 1.4 blocks and 1.2 steals over that stretch.

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.

EDGE Analysis

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.

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

EDGE Analysis

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.

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

EDGE Analysis

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.