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DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
20 days ago
The Nuggets can’t catch a break this season, as another key player will miss extended time. Watson sustained a right hamstring strain, and he won’t return until the first week of March at the earliest. Spencer Jones (head), Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway Jr. could all be in line for extended run until Watson returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
20 days ago
Watson, who has provided the Nuggets with excellent contributions as the team navigated multiple injuries, pulled up during the fourth quarter of Wednesday’s double-overtime loss to the Knicks. With Spencer Jones having exited earlier in the game with a head injury, the Nuggets relied more on Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway Jr. in Watson’s absence. One may move into the starting lineup, but both will have streaming value in deeper leagues.
Source: Tony Jones
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
21 days ago
Watson played 33 minutes before having to leave Wednesday’s game, giving a foul to stop play before immediately limping back to the locker room. He finished with 10 points (4-of-13 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), five rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer. The Nuggets relied on Bruce Brown (10 points, five rebounds, three steals, one block and two three-pointers) and Tim Hardaway Jr. (19 points, six rebounds, two assists, one steal and four three-pointers) down the stretch, and that will be the case if Watson has to miss multiple games. Watson will undergo an MRI to determine the severity of his injury.
Source: Katy Winge
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
24 days ago
Watson did his best to pick up the slack offensively for the Nuggets, with his 29 points being one more than Nikola Jokić (16) and Jamal Murray (12) combined. Since moving into the starting lineup in mid-November, Watson has been a top-100 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. And with Aaron Gordon and Cameron Johnson still out, he should remain a starter for the foreseeable future. Watson is rostered in 45 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which is too low, given his current role.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
27 days ago
While Watson’s production on Thursday wasn’t elite, he continues to provide reliable value to fantasy managers. Over the past month, the Nuggets forward has been a top-50 player in fantasy basketball. He’s still rostered in 45 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which is too low, especially with Aaron Gordon (hamstring) ruled out for at least four to six weeks. And with the Nuggets playing two more games in Week 15, now’s a good time to hop onto the Watson bandwagon.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
29 days ago
Watson was initially listed as probable to play, so his availability doesn’t come as a surprise. Spencer Jones started in his place in Denver’s last game, but he will likely head to the bench with Watson officially back in the lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
With Watson unavailable for Friday’s win over the Bucks, Spencer Jones moved into the starting lineup. Since Denver won’t have Aaron Gordon on Tuesday, Jones may remain with the starters, pushing Zeke Nnaji to the bench if Jonas Valančiūnas plays.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson did not play in Friday’s win over the Bucks, resulting in Spencer Jones returning to the starting lineup. With Aaron Gordon suffering a strained hamstring during Friday’s game, Jones will likely remain in the starting lineup even if Watson plays.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson is one of multiple starters for Denver that will miss this game. He has been on fire as of late, and they’ll have to turn to Julian Strawther, Tim Hardaway Jr. and Spencer Jones to try and make up some of that production.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson has been electric as of late, culminating with a career-high 35 points in Thursday’s win over Washington. The severity of his injury is unknown, but it’s possible he’s getting a maintenance day on the second leg of Denver’s back-to-back set. If Watson is ultimately ruled out, Julian Strawther, Tim Hardaway Jr. and Spencer Jones are all candidates for additional playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson has scored at least 20 points 15 times in his career. 13 of those have come this season. This was a new career high for scoring for Watson, and it was more than just a big scoring night. He also matched his career high for triples, which he previously set two weeks prior to this one. It was also a full stat line and an efficient shooting night. Watson’s breakout season has been impressive, and he should remain an elite option until Nikola Jokic returns, though he should certainly retain value after that.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Two nights removed from being limited to 11 points in a blowout loss to the Hornets, Watson was more productive against the Lakers. The fourth-year forward recorded a complete stat line in his 38 minutes, and he has offered consistently reliable value over the past month. Rostered in 43 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Watson has been a sixth-round player in eight-cat formats over the past month. He’s worth rostering until Christian Braun (ankle) and Cameron Johnson (knee) return from their injuries.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson continues to offer excellent fantasy value as one of the players helping compensate for Nikola Jokić being out with a knee injury. Over the past three weeks, he has been a sixth-round player in eight-cat formats. Since Jokić’s injury, Watson has scored at least 20 points in eight of ten games, and that includes two 30-point performances. Managers in 12-team leagues should add Watson if he’s sitting on the waiver wire.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson followed up his 31-point outburst on Tuesday with another strong scoring performance on the second game of a back-to-back. The versatile forward was limited to only 30 minutes on the evening, but still produced enough on the offensive end to finish as the Nuggets’ third-leading scorer. His pair of three-pointers on efficient shooting added to his fantasy basketball production, as well. Watson has enjoyed a nice stretch over the past few weeks and continues to have his best season as a professional.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson’s unreal hot stretch continued in this game. His 19-point game on Sunday ended a six-game streak of at least 20 points, but he followed that up with outing, which was one point shy of matching his season high for points. However, this outing was incredibly efficient, and he was able to contribute value across the board in category leagues. At 23 years old, Watson has vaulted his value in dynasty leagues over the past month and should be considered a must-roster player in redraft formats.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
Watson’s emergence as a viable fantasy contributor has been a welcome development on an injury-riddled Nuggets squad that is missing several key contributors. The 23-year-old’s breakthrough continued in this one as he’s topped 19 points for the seventh consecutive game since December 31. He’s worthy of a roster spot in all fantasy leagues based on his recent production.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
The avalanche of injuries to key contributors in Denver has created an opportunity for Watson to put together a mini-breakout, scoring 20-plus points in six consecutive games since December 31. The 23-year-old forward recorded his second double-double of the season with Jamal Murray (ankle, illness) sitting out. He’s experienced a noticeable uptick in creation possessions and increased scoring duties over the last two weeks, averaging 21.6 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.9 blocks over eight games during that span.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
Watson finished Wednesday’s victory with his second career 30-point game, finishing two shy of his career-high. The Nuggets’ forward, who initially moved into the starting lineup when Christian Braun went down with a sprained ankle, has been close to a top-100 player in eight-cat formats over the past month. Even with Braun back in the starting lineup and Aaron Gordon available off the bench, they’re under minutes restrictions, which protects Watson’s fantasy value.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
Watson has been a scoring machine for the shorthanded Nuggets. Since Nikola Jokić injured his knee, Watson has averaged 23 points per game. He has been average in other categories, but he has been on an offensive tear. He coughed the ball up a career-worst six times in this game, but the rest of his performance was strong and helped Denver steal a win on the road. Watson will remain a must-roster player until Aaron Gordon (hamstring) returns, and he should still hold value beyond that.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
Watson has flashed some decent scoring upside over the past week, averaging 19.8 points over his last four games. His all-around fantasy upside is relatively limited, but he’ll continue to see an increase in minutes and scoring opportunities for the injury-depleted Nuggets as they embark on a busy four-game week against a handful of Eastern Conference opponents.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
With injuries decimating Denver’s starting lineup, Watson hoisted a season-high 22 shot attempts in this one. The 23-year-old wing doesn’t offer enough from a fantasy standpoint, besides some immediate scoring upside, to warrant consideration outside of deeper leagues. He’ll have an opportunity over the next few weeks to show what he can do with more on his plate.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
With the Nuggets down four starters including Nikola Jokic and facing the Raptors on the road, a clunker of a game would’ve been understandable. Instead, Watson led the Nuggets to victory with 24 points seemingly out of nowhere. The 23-year-old guard is averaging just 10.7 points per game this year. Raptors forward Brandon Ingram even told reporters after the game he didn’t expect Watson to play as well as he did. Still, his scoring isn’t nearly consistent enough to be worth rostering in most fantasy leagues.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
2 months ago
Watson is set to return after missing the last two games with a right trunk contusion. Tim Hardaway Jr. will return to the bench with Watson back and Bruce Brown’s opportunities could decrease as well.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
2 months ago
Watson has missed the last two games with a right trunk contusion. Tim Hardaway Jr. was his most recent replacement in the starting lineup, but Bruce Brown’s opportunities have also increased with Watson sidelined. For managers seeking production across multiple categories, Brown is the better streaming choice if Watson can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
2 months ago
Initially questionable for Saturday’s game, Watson will miss a second straight. Bruce Brown filled the void in the starting lineup on Thursday and should retain that role, making him worth a look in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
2 months ago
Watson missed Thursday’s game, which allowed Bruce Brown to get the starting nod. He contributed 11 points in 34 minutes, but he’ll likely be pushed back to the bench if Watson is able to return.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
2 months ago
Injured during Monday’s win over the Rockets, Watson will not play on Thursday. His absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, with Tim Hardaway Jr. being the player most likely to fill the void. Due to Watson’s early exit, Hardaway played a season-high 39 minutes on Monday and started the third quarter.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
2 months ago
Watson exited Monday’s win over the Rockets during the first half after suffering a right trunk contusion. If he’s unable to play against Orlando, there would be an opening in the starting lineup. Tim Hardaway Jr., who started the third quarter on Monday, is the most likely candidate to fill the void. However, he is also questionable for Thursday due to illness.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
2 months ago
Watson suffered a right trunk contusion during the first quarter of Monday’s game, limping back to the locker room to receive further treatment. With Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon already out, the Nuggets will be even more shorthanded if Watson has to remain out. Look for Tim Hardaway Jr. and Bruce Brown to figure more prominently in the rotation.
Source: Vinny Benedetto
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
3 months ago
After enjoying a run of at least 15 points in three straight games, Watson’s offensive production tailed off a bit ahead of Thursday’s game. The fourth-year forward surpassed the 20-point mark for the third time this season, somewhat compensating for the lack of defensive production. Over the past month, Watson has been ranked just outside the top-100 in eight- and nine-cat formats. While the absences of Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon have freed up opportunities for Watson, he’s still available in over 70 percent of Yahoo! leagues.