Nets' Trendon Watford: Cracks rotation in season debut
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Watford (hamstring) recorded four points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and three assists in 13 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 114-104 loss to the Knicks.
Watford received the green light to make his season debut Sunday after he missed the Nets' first 13 games due to a left hamstring strain. While the fourth-year big man may not have a regular spot in the rotation when Brooklyn is back at full strength, the absences of Nic Claxton (back) and Day'Ron Sharpe (hamstring) left minutes available for Watford in the frontcourt.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Set to play Sunday
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Watford (hamstring) isn't on the injury report for Sunday's game versus the Knicks, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.
Watford is set to make his season debut Sunday after missing Brooklyn's first 13 contests with a left hamstring strain. Across 63 appearances in 2023-24, Watford averaged 6.9 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 13.6 minutes.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Won't play Friday
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Watford (hamstring) is out for Friday's game versus the Knicks.
Watford was set to make his season debut earlier in November but suffered a setback to his hamstring injury that has kept him sidelined. Watford's next chance to suit up is Sunday's rematch with the Knicks.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Will remain out Wednesday
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Watford (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Celtics, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Watford has yet to make his season debut while recovering from a left hamstring strain. He suffered a setback at the beginning of November and remains without a firm return timetable.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Out for next three games
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Watford (hamstring) won't be available for the Nets' three-game road trip that begins Friday in Boston, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
In addition to Friday's contest, Watford will remain sidelined for games Saturday in Cleveland and Monday in New Orleans before the Nets reassess his status. Watford has yet to make his season debut while he recovers from a left hamstring strain and an apparent setback in his recovery that occurred last week.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Without clear timeline
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Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez said Sunday that Watford (hamstring) will be ready to make his season debut "soon," but the forward remains without a clear timeline to do so, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.
Watford looked to be on track to make his debut this past Friday against the Bulls, but after being cleared to play, he was downgraded to out after not responding as well to a pregame workout as the Nets had hoped. The 23-year-old has seemingly avoided a major setback, but Watford may need to turn in a full practice before the Nets sign off on him playing. Watford appears safe to rule out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies, but he could be a candidate to play as soon as Friday in Boston.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Another absence coming
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Watford (hamstring) is out for Sunday's game versus the Pistons, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Watford was initially set to make his season Saturday but will now remain sidelined against Detroit while recovering from a left hamstring strain. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Memphis.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Now ruled out
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Watford (hamstring) won't play in Friday's game versus the Bulls, Lucas Kaplan of NetsDaily.com reports.
Watford was initially deemed available to make his debut Friday but will ultimately miss another contest due to his left hamstring strain. Watford's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Detroit.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Downgraded to questionable
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Watford (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Bulls.
Despite being deemed available for Friday's contest earlier, Watford's status is now up in the air. Watson has yet to play this season while dealing with a left hamstring strain.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Good to go Friday
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Watford (hamstring) is available for Friday's game versus the Bulls, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.
Watford will be available to make his season debut Friday after recovering from a left hamstring strain he suffered in training camp. Last season, Watford averaged 6.9 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 13.6 minutes across 63 regular-season appearances for Brooklyn.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Expected to play against Chicago
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Watford (hamstring) is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Bulls, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.
Watford is expected to make his season debut Friday while recovering from a left hamstring strain. However, even when available, Watford is likely to receive only depth minutes in Brooklyn's frontcourt.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Watford (hamstring) won't play Wednesday against Memphis, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
No surprise here, as Watford remains without an official timetable to return. His next chance to play will be Friday against the Bulls.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Won't play vs. Nuggets
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Watford (hamstring) is out for Tuesday's game against Denver, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Watford strained his left hamstring in early October, and the injury has kept him out of regular-season action. Wednesday's contest against Memphis will be his next chance to play.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Won't play Sunday
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Watford (hamstring) is out for Sunday's game versus the Bucks.
Watford's hamstring strain will keep him out for the third straight game to start the season. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's game versus the Nuggets.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Remains out against Orlando
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Watford (hamstring) won't play in Friday's game versus the Magic.
Watford continues to deal with a left hamstring strain. His next chance to suit up will be Sunday's matchup with Milwaukee.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Won't play Wednesday
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Watford (hamstring) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
On Oct. 7, Watford was initially given a two-week timetable, but it's still unclear when he'll be able to return to the floor. For now, he should be considered doubtful for Friday's game versus Orlando.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: To miss at least two weeks
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Watford will miss at least two weeks with a left hamstring strain, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.
The Nets also announced that Day'Ron Sharpe (hamstring) will miss at least six weeks. With both these players sidelined, Noah Clowney could see increased reps as the backup center if he has a strong showing in the preseason.
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Nets' Trendon Watford: Dealing with hamstring issue
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Watford is being evaluated for a hamstring injury Friday, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.
While it's unclear how serious Watford's hamstring issue is, his status for Tuesday's preseason opener against the Clippers is now in question. In 2023-24, Watford averaged 6.9 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 13.6 minutes across 63 regular-season appearances.
Watford signed a one-year, $2.73 million contract Brooklyn on Tuesday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Watford had been a restricted free agent, but because he signed his qualifying offer, he'll become an unrestricted free agent next summer. He made 63 appearances for the Nets during the 2023-24 season, posting averages of 6.9 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 13.6 minutes.
