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PHI • Guard-Forward • #9
3 days ago
Watford had been playing well off the bench recently, so 76ers coach Nick Nurse gave him the starting nod over Jabari Walker. Watford took full advantage of the opportunity, recording the first triple-double of his career. It would be surprising if Nurse didn’t leave Watford in that role, at least until Paul George returns to the lineup. However, if Watford continues to play this well, he’ll certainly have a case to remain a starter over Kelly Oubre. Watford is currently rostered in just six percent of Yahoo! leagues.
PHI • Guard-Forward • #9
3 days ago
Watford has been solid over the last few games off the bench for Philadelphia and will now get the chance to enter the starting lineup. He’ll replace Jabari Walker in the opening unit, though Walker should still have a role off the bench.
Source: Noah Levick
PHI • Guard-Forward • #9
14 days ago
Watford will make his 76ers’ debut on Tuesday, giving Philadelphia another frontcourt option off the bench. Head coach Nick Nurse said he’ll use the forward in short stints, which limits Watford’s fantasy potential. He’ll be helpful due to the facilitation abilities, especially with Paul George and Dominick Barlow out due to injury.
Source: Noah Levick
PHI • Guard-Forward • #9
23 days ago
Though Watford still needs some time before he’s ready to get back on the court in an NBA game, this latest update means that he’s headed in the right direction in his recovery. Nick Nurse also mentioned that Watford is “running better,” which is another encouraging piece of news.
Source: Adam Aaronson
PHI • Guard-Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Watford, who agreed to a two-year deal with the 76ers this summer, has yet to practice due to a left hamstring injury. According to PHLY’s Kyle Neubeck, imaging of the hamstring revealed no structural damage and the forward is working toward a return to the court within the next week. While Watford does not project to be an impactful fantasy option, his ability to serve as a secondary playmaker at the four could benefit the 76ers’ bench unit once he’s cleared to play.
Source: Kyle Neubeck
PHI • Guard-Forward • #9
4 months ago
After two seasons in Brooklyn, Watford is reportedly headed to Philadelphia, with the second year of his deal being a team option. While injuries limited the forward to 44 games, he averaged a career-high 10.2 points along with 3.6 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 20.8 minutes. Watford gives the 76ers additional frontcourt depth and versatility, but that may not be enough to make him relevant in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Shams Charania
PHI • Guard-Forward • #9
4 months ago
After two seasons in Brooklyn, Watford is reportedly headed to Philadelphia. While injuries limited the forward to 44 games, he averaged a career-high 10.2 points along with 3.6 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 20.8 minutes. Watford gives the 76ers additional frontcourt depth and versatility, but that may not be enough to make him relevant in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Shams Charania
BKN • Guard-Forward • #9
7 months ago
Watford is one of the Nets whose playing time has increased recently, as the front office has prioritized the draft lottery over winning games. His ability to provide value across the board makes Watford a player worth having during the “silly season,” especially when he’s in the starting lineup. Friday’s defeat ensured Brooklyn of the sixth-best odds to win next month’s draft lottery. The Nets host the Knicks in Sunday’s regular-season finale.
BKN • Guard-Forward • #9
8 months ago
Two days after a solid performance against the Pacers came to a premature end due to his ejection, Watford made up for lost time on Saturday. The 26 points are the most he’s scored in a Nets uniform and one shy of his career-high. While Watford is ranked outside the top 200 in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks, he’s capable of having days like Saturday. The Nets play four games during Week 21, starting with Dallas on Monday.
BKN • Guard-Forward • #9
8 months ago
Watford was able to contribute solid value off the bench across his 27 minutes in Thursday’s loss to the Pacers. He led the reserves in scoring and had at least 10 points for a third-straight game. However, his night came to an end with a few minutes left in the fourth quarter after he got into a heated scuffle with some Pacers players that ended with coaches prying players away. The altercation was physical enough that Watford has a chance to be suspended, but that isn’t a guarantee. He also isn’t a player to roster in most formats, but as the season winds down, he may continue to see his role expand.
BKN • Guard-Forward • #9
8 months ago
Watford hasn’t been playing one leg of back-to-backs, which is why he sat out against Boston. He will be back to playing a limited role off the bench on Sunday.
Source: Brian Lewis
BKN • Guard-Forward • #9
8 months ago
Watford will sit out Saturday’s game, which is the first of two in as many nights for the Nets. Given the many absences, Jalen Wilson and Day’Ron Sharpe should log more minutes off the bench. Sharpe offers a higher fantasy upside, especially with Nic Claxton (rest) out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Guard-Forward • #9
8 months ago
Watford sat out the second night of Brooklyn’s back-to-back this past weekend, but he should return to his role playing about 20 minutes per game off the bench. His return will likely take away a few minutes from Jalen Wilson and Day’Ron Sharpe.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Guard-Forward • #9
9 months ago
Watford played just 16 minutes in the Nets’ loss to the Trail Blazers Friday. The 24-year-old power forward is out Saturday with left hamstring injury management, which could mean he won’t be playing both games of a back-to-back in the near future. Watford can provide deep league value when the opportunity for more minutes presents itself.