Peyton Watson F DEN Sat 4/1/23 9:22 AM
Peyton Watson
F DEN
Watson accumulated five points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt), eight rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 27 minutes during Friday's 100-93 loss to the Suns.
EDGE Analysis
With numerous regulars sidelined, Watson posted career highs in rebounds, blocks and minutes played. Denver is expected to be back to full strength for Tuesday's outing in Houston, so despite the uptick in playing time, Watson doesn't hold much fantasy value moving forward.
Peyton Watson F DEN Thu 3/30/23 9:15 PM
Peyton Watson
F DEN
Watson (illness) is available for Thursday's game against New Orleans.
EDGE Analysis
Watson was initially handed a questionable tag with a non-COVID illness but is feeling good enough to play Thursday. However, he appears to be an afterthought in Coach Mike Malone's rotation, having played six minutes total in March.
Peyton Watson F DEN Wed 3/29/23 3:37 PM
Peyton Watson
F DEN
Watson is questionable for Thursday's game against the Pelicans due to an illness.
EDGE Analysis
Watson's potential absence likely wouldn't have an impact on the Nuggets' rotation. He's made just two appearances in March, totaling eight points in six minutes.
Peyton Watson F DEN Tue 3/14/23 7:40 PM
Peyton Watson
F DEN
Watson totaled 37 points (14-23 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block in 34 minutes Sunday against Raptors 905.
EDGE Analysis
Watson poured in a game-high 37 points in the 121-119 loss and shot a solid 60.9 percent from the field. He's scored 20-plus points in his last four matchups and has also added production in other areas, averaging 6.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists over this hot stretch.
Peyton Watson F DEN Fri 3/10/23 3:14 PM
Peyton Watson
F DEN
Watson amassed 25 points (9-21 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 38 minutes Tuesday against Ontario.
EDGE Analysis
Watson led Grand Rapids in scoring despite failing to hit a shot from beyond the arc. He also put in work on the boards, collecting all eight of his rebounds on the defensive end. Watson has now put up 20-plus points in three straight appearances.
Peyton Watson F DEN Tue 3/7/23 7:21 PM
Peyton Watson
F DEN
Watson registered 21 points (8-23 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds and one assist in 36 minutes Thursday against Motor City.
EDGE Analysis
Watson was one of two Grand Rapids starters to reach the 20-point threshold, and he also snagged five of his six boards on the defensive end. The 20-year-old has now put up 20-plus points in two of his firs four regular-season appearances.
Peyton Watson F DEN Thu 3/2/23 5:45 PM
Peyton Watson
F DEN
The Nuggets assigned Watson to the Grand Rapids Gold of the G League on Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Watson is averaging 1.6 points in 3.2 minutes across 14 appearances for the Nuggets this season. The rookie forward will likely see more opportunities in the G League.
Peyton Watson F DEN Fri 2/3/23 12:30 PM
Peyton Watson
F DEN
Watson (adductor) played the final 1:26 of Thursday's 134-117 win over the Warriors, recording no statistics during his time on the court.
EDGE Analysis
The garbage-time cameo marked Watson's seventh appearance with the Nuggets this season and his first at either the NBA or G League level since Jan. 2. Watson was sidelined for nearly three weeks in January with a left adductor strain, but he was cleared a week ago and has been available for the Nuggets' past five games.
Peyton Watson F DEN Tue 1/24/23 7:39 PM
Peyton Watson
F DEN
Watson (thigh) has been cleared to play Tuesday against the Pelicans.
EDGE Analysis
Watson was initially added to the injury report as questionable due to a left thigh strain, but he feels strong enough to play if called upon. He hasn't factored into the rotation much this season, as his last game action dates back to Nov. 25 against the Clippers.
Peyton Watson F DEN Mon 1/23/23 6:41 PM
Peyton Watson
F DEN
Watson (thigh) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans.
EDGE Analysis
After missing the team's past 28 contests, Watson's injury status has officially improved to questionable for Tuesday's matchup. Even if the rookie forward is available to suit up against the Pelicans, it would not be surprising to see the Nuggets take it easier with Watson, making him an unappealing fantasy option for the time being.