Watson isn't starting Monday's game against the Bucks.

EDGE Analysis

Watson will retreat to his usual bench role with Michael Porter cleared to play Monday evening. Watson failed to do much with his spot start Friday, finishing with four points, three boards, one assist, one steal and three blocks in 20 minutes.

Watson accumulated four points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal over 20 minutes during Friday's 135-106 loss to the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Watson was called upon to fill the gap left by Michael Porter (knee) and did little with 20 minutes of court time. The Nuggets have stuck with the 2022 first-round pick and have increased his opportunities during his second season, and while he has shown flashes of promise, the UCLA product's opportunities are limited on a crowded depth chart.

Watson will start Friday's game against the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

The Nuggets are without Michael Porter (knee) and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (hamstring), so Watson and Justin Holiday will join the first unit. In three previous starts this season, Watson averaged 14.3 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.0 blocks, 1.0 steals and 2.0 three-pointers.

Watson amassed 12 points (5-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 30 minutes during Sunday's 112-103 win over the Trail Blazers.

EDGE Analysis

Watson continues to earn more minutes for Denver with his terrific play on both ends of the court. Over his past five games, Watson compiled averages of 10.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.2 steals, 0.8 blocks and 1.0 three-pointers in 23.3 minutes.

Watson (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.

EDGE Analysis

Watson held a probable tag ahead of Sunday's bout with the Trail Blazers due to a left knee contusion, but he will be able to play through the issue. Watson has provided a lift for the Nuggets off the bench of late and has logged 20-plus minutes in each of their last five games.

Watson (knee) is probable for Sunday's game against Portland.

EDGE Analysis

Watson also carried a probable designation into Friday's contest, so his appearance on the injury report isn't a big surprise. The team should have official word on his status closer to tipoff.

Watson finished Friday's 120-108 victory over the Trail Blazers with 14 points (6-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt), five rebounds and one block across 22 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Watson delivered a strong effort, providing 10 of his 14 points in the final period and knocking down two big three-pointers that helped put the game away. Watson was initially listed as questionable with a knee contusion, but he showed no ill effects from the injury. The UCLA product's fantasy utility is still quite limited, but he's one injury away from increased volume.

Watson (knee) is available for Friday's game versus Portland.

EDGE Analysis

Watson was carrying a probable tag due to a contusion prior to this update. He started in Wednesday's loss to the Thunder and put up nine points (3-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 21 minutes, but he'll return to the second unit with Nikola Jokic returning from a one-game absence.

Watson is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Trail Blazers due to a left knee contusion.

EDGE Analysis

Watson assumedly bruised his knee in Wednesday's loss to the Thunder but isn't expected to miss Friday's contest. If Nikola Jokic (back) is ruled out yet again, Watson could remain in Denver's starting lineup.

Watson totaled nine points (3-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 21 minutes during Wednesday's 105-100 loss to the Thunder.

EDGE Analysis

Watson got the starting nod after Nikola Jokic was ruled out due to a back concern. Despite the promotion, Watson saw just 21 minutes of playing time, basically mirroring what he has been playing for the past three weeks. While he is unlikely to make too much noise when it comes to fantasy this season, he is a name to watch should he ever carve out a consistent role for himself.