Peyton Watson Fantasy Stats

Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (knee) has missed the last 13 games for the Nuggets, but he has been upgraded to available for Wednesday night's home game against the Kings. Before the injury, Watson was playing a significant role off the bench, averaging 6.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 1.0 steals, and 1.8 blocks in 24.3 minutes per game in his 17 games in January. He will likely be on a minutes limit on Wednesday after being sidelined so long, but getting him back in the second unit will help the Nuggets get healthier. The rest of the rotation is still up in the air for Wednesday's matchup, but it's definitely worth noting Watson's return to see what impact he can make for the rest of the season.

Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (knee) will be sidelined for a second straight game on Monday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Watson logged 27 minutes in Friday's contest against the Philadelphia 76ers but was ruled out on Saturday against the Charlotte Hornets due to a knee sprain. With Russell Westbrook (hamstring) also out, Julian Strawther and Jalen Pickett are in a position to log additional minutes. However, the two youngsters have not been consistent enough to be considered viable fantasy options.

Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (head) is listed as probable ahead of Tuesday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Watson was forced to exit early on Sunday due to a head contusion. However, it seems likely that Watson is going to play with him being listed as probable now. Watson hasn't been a great fantasy option lately, but he did have a decent stretch of games earlier in the month. His fantasy value is likely going to take a dip with Aaron Gordon healthy again.

Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (hip) is listed as probable for Tuesday night's game against the Golden State Warriors. Watson is dealing with an adductor issue but it hasn't forced him to miss any time. Watson has been seeing additional minutes while filling in for Aaron Gordon, who's been dealing with calf issues, but with Gordon's return on Sunday night Watson will be at risk of losing minutes going forward. In Gordon's return on Sunday Watson was still able to play 28 minutes in a start, but if Gordon is back in the starting lineup then the 22-year-old will be at risk of losing minutes. Fantasy managers should keep their eyes open for any news about the Nuggets' starting lineup on Tuesday before making any decisions about starting or sitting Watson.

Denver Nuggets small forward Peyton Watson (hip) is listed as probable for Wednesday night's game against the Utah Jazz. Watson was also listed as probable ahead of Denver's last game against the New York Knicks due to a right adductor strain but his status was later updated to be available. Against the Knicks, Watson had no rebounds and no assists, but he did score six points in 22 minutes. The 22-year-old has averaged 9.8 PPG, 3.5 RPG and 1.2 blocks per game as a starter this season while his field goal percentage is 47.2. His fantasy production has been boosted by his defensive stats (blocks and steals) and his ability to fill multiple categories. However, his offensive consistency remains a question.

Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (adductor) is officially active for Monday night's game against the New York Knicks. Watson was listed probable throughout the day and should be expected to be in tonight's starting lineup. Watson has been solid as a starter with Aaron Gordon missing time. The 22-year-old has averaged 13.5 PPG, 4.8 RPG and 1.4 blocks per game as a starter this season while shooting 48.1% from three during those starts. He will provide intriguing fantasy value in Monday night's game as the Knicks are giving up a high volume of corner threes as of late, an area of the floor Watson can capitalize on. With Gordon not having a timetable for return, fantasy managers should look to add Watson going forward. If he can get more chances from three and continue making them at a high clip then his fantasy value should rise even higher.

Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (hamstring) remained on the shelf for Tuesday's preseason outing against Oklahoma City. Denver had their fourth exhibition game on Tuesday, but Watson hasn't featured in any of them due to a hamstring injury. He has one more opportunity to shake off some rust before the regular season begins next week, as the Nuggets finish their preseason slate against Minnesota on Thursday. Watson's role on the team has steadily grown in his first two years in the league, but it's a tough challenge for him to take another leap, with Aaron Gordon and Michael Porter Jr. firmly ahead of him as starters at the forward positions.

Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson will move into the starting five ahead of Thursday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. The expectation is that Watson is going to see increased involvement going forward. Fellow forward Aaron Gordon (face, hand) is out indefinitely after being attacked by a dog. This doesn't mean Watson will start every game, but he should have a bigger role now. Fantasy managers looking for some help should check the waiver wire and scoop up Watson if he's available.

Denver Nuggets general manager Calvin Booth was apparently quite happy to let Bruce Brown move on in the offseason. He rates Peyton Watson as a better player. "Some of these teams were trying to get Bruce, trying to make it worth it; it's like, just be careful what you wish for," Booth told Kevin O'Connor of The Ringer. "Peyton's bigger. He's longer. He's more athletic. He guards better. He passes better. He doesn't have the experience, and he's not as good offensively yet, but we need defense more than we need offense on our team." Watson was only a bit-part player during his rookie campaign, but he's expected to make a big leap in 2023-24.

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Peyton Watson is full of confidence ahead of his second year in the NBA and feels ready to make a major impact. "I feel like I'm one of the best second-year guys in the league," Watson told Harrison Wind of DNVR. Watson added that "he knows" he is going to have a "big role" this year. The 21-year-old played in only 23 games during his rookie campaign but shined in the Summer League and should have plenty of quality to be a regular in the rotation in 2023-24. The team is counting on him as well, which is evident by the fact that Denver exercised its option on Watson's contract on Wednesday.