Watson accumulated 16 points (6-7 FG, 4-4 3Pt), one rebound and two blocks in 24 minutes during Monday's 140-127 victory over the Thunder.

EDGE Analysis

After playing just six minutes the night before, Watson soaked up some additional minutes with Aaron Gordon (calf) unavailable. The Nuggets have eased Watson back into the rotation slowly since returning from his injury, and the forward is averaging 7.3 points, 1.5 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 0.8 blocks in 17.8 minutes over his last four games.

Watson (knee) tallied two points (1-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 0-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist across 17 minutes in Wednesday's 116-110 win over the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Watson returned to action Wednesday after missing the Nuggets' previous 13 games while recovering from a right knee sprain. The third-year forward averaged 24.0 minutes per game over 49 appearances on the season. Still, he could struggle to consistently reach that level of playing time moving forward if Aaron Gordon (ankle) is soon cleared to return to action.

Watson (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Kings, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Watson will return from a month-long absence due to a sprained right knee. Considering the lengthy layoff, expect Watson to have his minutes monitored. Before sustaining the injury, Watson averaged 8.1 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 2.1 combined steals-plus-blocks across 24.1 minutes per game.

Watson (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

After missing Denver's previous 13 outings due to a sprained right knee, Watson's questionable tag indicates that he is nearing a return to action. However, the 22-year-old forward will likely operate on a minutes restriction if he's upgraded to available.

The Nuggets announced Monday that Watson will be re-evaluated in four weeks due to a right knee sprain he picked up against the 76ers on Jan. 31, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is a tough blow for Denver, as Watson is a key part of their second unit. Watson has averaged 24.1 minutes across 48 regular-season contests with 8.1 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.2 blocks. With Watson set for an extended absence, Julian Strawther is a candidate to step into a larger role for Denver.

Watson (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pelicans.

EDGE Analysis

Watson will miss a second straight game due to a right knee sprain. He'll look to progress enough in his recovery to be cleared to play in Wednesday's rematch against New Orleans. Julian Strawther would be in line for a slight uptick in playing time off the bench Monday due to Watson's injury.

Watson is out for Saturday's game versus the Hornets due to a sprained right knee.

EDGE Analysis

Watson will miss his first game of the season Saturday due to a knee injury. Julian Strawther and Hunter Tyson are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Watson's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with New Orleans.

Watson (head) is available for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

After getting listed as probable with a head contusion, Watson has been given the green light to suit up for the Nuggets on Tuesday. Across his last eight games, the versatile 22-year-old wing has averaged 8.6 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.0 blocks and 0.9 steals in 25.6 minutes.

Watson (head) is probable for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

After leaving Sunday's meeting with the Magic with a head contusion, Watson is likely to play through the issue Tuesday. Over his last eight games, the 22-year-old has averaged 8.6 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.0 blocks and 0.9 steals in 25.6 minutes.

Watson is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Magic due to a head contusion.

EDGE Analysis

The status of Watson for the rest of the game is uncertain, though it wouldn't be surprising to see the Nuggets take a cautious approach and shut him down for the night. Watson posted four points (1-2 FG, 2-2 FT), three blocks, two rebounds and one assist in 12 minutes before checking out of the contest with 3:23 remaining in the second quarter.