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Top Peyton Watson News
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: To miss four weeks
Watson is expected to miss at least four weeks with his Grade 2 right hamstring strain, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports Friday.
This is a devastating blow for the Nuggets, and the franchise has had some awful luck with injuries this season. Watson has had a breakout season in Denver, averaging 14.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 steals while hitting 41.7 percent from beyond the arc. With Watson sidelined, there will be more opportunities for guys like Julian Strawther, Spencer Jones, Tim Hardaway and maybe even Zeke Nnaji.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Dealing w/ Grade 2 hamstring strain
Watson has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 right hamstring strain, and he's expected to miss an extended amount of time, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.
While Watson doesn't have an official timetable to return, it's worth noting that Aaron Gordon missed over a month when he suffered his initial hamstring injury, so Watson's timetable will likely be measured in weeks, not days. Julian Strawther, Spencer Jones, Tim Hardaway and Zeke Nnaji will attempt to help fill the void at the forward spots in Denver while Watson and Gordon are sidelined.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Leaves early with hamstring injury
Watson (hamstring) left Wednesday's 134-127 double-overtime loss to the Knicks with 8:30 remaining in the fourth quarter and didn't return. He finished with 10 points (4-13 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 33 minutes.
Per Katy Winge of Altitude Sports, Watson is scheduled to undergo an MRI on his right hamstring as the Nuggets look to confirm the severity of his injury. If Watson is dealing with a strain rather than minor soreness, he'll most likely wind up missing the Nuggets' next game Saturday in Chicago, and potentially additional contests to follow. Watson has enjoyed a breakout fourth season for Denver and is averaging 17.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.9 three-pointers, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 steals in 33.4 minutes per game over 38 contests since he moved into a starting role in mid-November.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Exits game with hamstring injury
Watson went to the locker room during the fourth quarter of Wednesday's game against the Knicks due to a right hamstring injury, Vic Lombardi of Altitude Sports reports.
Watson came up favoring his hamstring and was taken out of the game at the 8:30 mark of the fourth quarter. He has been taken to the locker room, where he will be evaluated by medical staff to determine whether Watson can return to Wednesday's game. Julian Strawther should see a slight uptick in minutes if Watson is unable to return.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Shines with team-high 29 points
Watson produced 29 points (11-17 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 37 minutes during Sunday's 121-111 loss to the Thunder.
Watson took care of business for the Nuggets, who are slowly easing Nikola Jokic back to action. Jokic attempted only nine shots in the game and left the heavy lifting to Watson, who drilled five three-pointers and contributed in every major category. Watson has posted totals over 30 points four times this season, and the UCLA product was only a point away from hitting that milestone again.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Stays productive in Jokic's return
Watson finished with 21 points (9-17 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 35 minutes during Friday's 122-109 victory over the Clippers.
Even with Nikola Jokic back in the lineup for the first time since Dec. 29 after recovering from a knee injury, Watson still managed to maintain the shot volume he'd established in the three-time MVP's absence. Watson scored more than 20 points in nine of 15 games in January, and the fourth-year forward averaged 21.9 points, 5.5 boards, 3.0 assists, 2.4 threes, 1.5 blocks and 1.0 steals on the month while shooting 46.2 percent from three-point range.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Strikes for 19 against Nets
Watson ended Thursday's 107-103 win over Brooklyn with 19 points (7-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-6 FT), two rebounds, three assists and two blocks in 34 minutes.
The fourth-year forward continues to be a reliable secondary option in the Nuggets' offense, helping to fill the hole left by the absence of Nikola Jokic (knee). Watson has scored in double digits in 17 straight games dating back to Dec. 27, averaging 21.1 points, 5.5 boards, 2.5 assists, 2.1 threes, 1.4 blocks and 1.2 steals over that stretch.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Extends double-digit scoring streak
Watson racked up 13 points (6-20 FG, 1-6 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists and three blocks in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 109-107 loss to the Pistons.
Watson continues to provide some of everything for Denver. He's currently on a 16-game streak of scoring double figures, although he shot just 30.0 percent from the field against Detroit in a two-point loss. Watson's defense remains stellar as he now has 11 blocks in his past four games.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Available Tuesday
Watson (ankles) is available for Tuesday's game against Detroit.
Watson missed Friday's win over Milwaukee due to a right ankle strain and a left ankle sprain, though he'll return to action Tuesday. The 23-year-old forward has averaged 20.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.8 blocks and 1.4 steals across 34.6 minutes per game in his last five appearances.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: On track for Tuesday return
Watson (ankle) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Pistons.
Watson missed Denver's last matchup due to an ankle sprain, but he appears poised for a return Tuesday evening if all goes according to plan. Expect confirmation on his availability closer to tipoff.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Questionable to play Sunday
Watson (ankles) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Watson is dealing with injuries to both of his ankles, which prevented him from playing in Friday's win against the Bucks. Julian Strawther would likely remain in the Nuggets' starting lineup if Watson is not cleared to return Sunday.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Won't play Friday
Watson (ankles) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Bucks.
Watson is dealing with a right ankle strain and a left ankle sprain, and he'll miss his first game since Dec. 20. His next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Grizzlies. With the 23-year-old forward unavailable, Tim Hardaway, Spencer Jones, Hunter Tyson and Julian Strawther are candidates to see an uptick in minutes.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Listed questionable Friday
Watson (ankles) is questionable for Friday's game against the Bucks.
Watson is dealing with injuries to both of his ankles, so it's possible Denver will exercise caution on the second leg of its back-to-back set. If the versatile forward ends up sitting out, Tim Hardaway and Spencer Jones are options to enter the starting lineup Friday.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Shines in win
Watson finished with 35 points (10-16 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 9-10 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, two steals and four blocks in 40 minutes during Thursday's 107-97 victory over the Wizards.
Watson put together a stellar final line, highlighted by a team-high 35 points, which also marks a season high. The 23-year-old was a menace on the defensive end, where he compiled a team-best four swats and accounted for two of Denver's nine steals. Watson has now reached the 30-point threshold in two of his past six appearances and continues to play at a high level as the Nuggets navigate without Nikola Jokic (knee).
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Drains four threes Tuesday
Watson chipped in 18 points (7-17 FG, 4-8 3Pt), five rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals over 38 minutes during Tuesday's 115-107 loss to the Lakers.
It was another strong showing from Watson, who continues to see elevated usage while Nikola Jokic (knee) is on the shelf. Over the last 12 games, while the superstar center has been sidelined, Watson is averaging 22.1 points, 6.2 boards, 2.8 assists, 2.2 threes, 1.3 steals and 1.2 blocks in 35.9 minutes.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Stays productive Saturday
Watson had 21 points (8-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-8 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 35 minutes during Saturday's 121-115 win over Washington.
The fourth-year forward scored in double digits for a 12th straight game as he continues his breakout campaign. Over that stretch, Watson is averaging 21.8 points, 6.0 boards, 2.6 assists, 1.9 threes, 1.2 steals and 0.9 blocks while shooting 51.6 percent from the floor and 41.8 percent from beyond the arc.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Strikes for 31 in New Orleans
Watson had 31 points (11-16 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals across 39 minutes during Tuesday's 122-116 win over the Pelicans.
Fresh off being named the Western Conference Player of the Week, Watson scored 30-plus points for the second time in the last four games and recorded at least one steal, one block and one three-pointer for the fourth time in the last five contests. The fourth-year forward has kicked his production into high gear since Christmas while the Nuggets have dealt with absences from Nikola Jokic (knee), Christian Braun (ankle), Cameron Johnson (knee) and Aaron Gordon (hamstring). Over the last 10 games, Watson has averaged 22.3 points, 6.2 boards, 2.7 assists, 2.0 threes, 1.3 steals and 1.0 blocks in 36.5 minutes while shooting 51.3 percent from the floor and 41.7 percent from beyond the arc.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Strong line in win
Watson recorded 19 points (7-19 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and two blocks across 39 minutes during Sunday's 108-104 win over the Bucks.
Watson's ascension continued Sunday with another terrific two-way showing. The Nuggets have a ton of injuries right now, and that's allowed Watson to take on a larger role offensively. Over his last eight games, he's averaging 22.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.1 steals, 1.1 blocks and 2.3 three-pointers on 48.1 percent shooting from the field.
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Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Breakout season continues
Watson registered 25 points (9-19 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals over 34 minutes during Friday's 110-87 loss to Atlanta.
Watson continues to go from strength to strength, scoring at least 20 points for the sixth straight game while also recording his second double-double of the season. Injuries to other players opened up an opportunity for Watson, and since that time, he has not looked back. In four games over the past week, he has averaged 25.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 2.8 three-pointers and 2.8 combined steals-plus-blocks.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-8, 200 lbs |
| Birthplace: Beverly Hills, CA |
| Age: 23 |
| School: UCLA |
| Experience: 3 |