Watson (hamstring) won't be available for Thursday's preseason game against the Timberwolves, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Watson continues to recover from a nagging hamstring injury, and he'll end the preseason without suiting up in any game. He's been ramping up his activity in practice, but it remains to be seen if he'll be available for the regular-season opener against the Thunder on Oct. 24.

Watson (hamstring) will not play in Tuesday's preseason game versus the Thunder.

EDGE Analysis

While Watson has yet to appear in a preseason game, his activity in practice has been ramping up as the start of the regular season nears. His next (and final) opportunity to partake in preseason action will be Thursday night against the Timberwolves.

Watson (hamstring) didn't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Suns.

EDGE Analysis

Watson is yet to debut in preseason action due to a lingering hamstring injury. His next opportunity to return will come Tuesday against the Thunder.

The Nuggets picked up Watson's (hamstring) team option for 2025-26 on Thursday, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Watson averaged 6.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.1 blocks in 18.6 minutes across 80 regular-season appearances in 2023-24. Now, the third-year forward is set to take on an even bigger role and stay in Denver for at least two more years.

Watson (hamstring) didn't play in Sunday's 130-104 preseason loss to the Celtics in Abu Dhabi.

EDGE Analysis

Watson has been dealing with a minor hamstring injury, limiting his participation in training camp. The 22-year-old is expected back for the start of the regular season, though his status for next Sunday's preseason game against the Suns is unclear.

Watson (hamstring) didn't play in Friday's preseason opener against the Celtics.

EDGE Analysis

Watson has also been absent from practice due to minor hamstring discomfort, so it wasn't surprising to see him sit out Friday's preseason opener. His next chance to suit up will be Sunday's preseason rematch with Boston.

Watson didn't participate in Friday's practice due to minor hamstring discomfort, Adam Mares of DenverStiffs.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Watson's injury being described as "minor" indicates he isn't in danger of missing any regular-season action, though the 22-year-old forward is expected to miss at least the first two preseason matchups. Watson will be a primary backup in Denver's forward rotation this season.

Watson finished with 13 points (6-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists, five blocks and one steal across 27 minutes during Saturday's 142-110 victory over Atlanta.

EDGE Analysis

Watson will rarely post numbers this high, but the lopsided total gave him extra playing time Saturday evening. Aaron Gordon's (foot) injury also allowed for more time on the floor. The 2022 first-round pick has seen a sharp increase in all his 2023-24 season averages, but the 21-year-old still sits far outside fantasy viability.

Watson posted zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in 11 minutes during Friday's 111-98 loss to the Timberwolves.

EDGE Analysis

Watson had no impact in the loss, failing to score in 11 minutes. While he has flashed some upside this season, his role continues to be one of frustration. He is unlikely to have any value for the remainder of the season but should be monitored by anyone playing in a dynasty format as a potential buy-low candidate.

Watson totaled 11 points (5-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 17 minutes during Thursday's 115-109 victory over Boston.

EDGE Analysis

Watson led all bench players in Thursday's contest in scoring while recording a team-best pair of blocks in a bench-high-tying minute total. Watson has reached double-figures in scoring 14 times this season, 13 of which have come off the bench. Wednesday marked the third time he has reached double figures in scoring while also recording two or more blocks.