Peyton Watson's Stats, Metrics, Game Logs, Projections & Rankings

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.