Watson (lower body) is available for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks.

EDGE Analysis

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.

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

EDGE Analysis

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.

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.

EDGE Analysis

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.

Watson (side) will play Monday against the Jazz.

EDGE Analysis

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.

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

EDGE Analysis

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.

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

EDGE Analysis

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.

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

EDGE Analysis

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.

Watson (side) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Orlando.

EDGE Analysis

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.

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

EDGE Analysis

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 players are out, Bruce Brown could receive major minutes as a starter.

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.

EDGE Analysis

Watson was diagnosed with a right trunk contusion and never returned after departing during the first half. Head coach David Adelman stated after the game that Watson is dealing with a stinger, and the injury shouldn't cause a long-term absence, per Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette. Watson can be considered day-to-day until further notice.