The Denver Nuggets officially announced on Monday that Peyton Watson has been diagnosed with a sprained right knee.
Watson suffered the injury during the Nuggets’ game against the Philadelphia 76ers on January 31. As a result, he will be sidelined for an extended period, with a re-evaluation scheduled in four weeks to determine the progress of his recovery and potential timeline for return.
So far this season, Watson has been a valuable contributor to the team, averaging 8.1 points and 3.4 rebounds per game.
His absence will likely be felt as the Nuggets continue their pursuit of success in the regular season.
Peyton Watson Suffers Right Knee Sprain, Will Be Re-Evaluated In Four Weeks https://t.co/gpIfODyUDK
— RealGM (@RealGM) February 4, 2025
