Peyton Watson’s potential contract extension was a big story this offseason and came to light again recently when the deadline passed without a new deal. But despite that bit of unpleasantness, Watson has gotten off to a great start and has been a bright spot for the Nuggets, coming off the bench.
What has been especially surprising is that the team is using Watson in a bit of an unconventional way, letting him operate with the ball in his hands and playing a sort of point-forward role.
He has been pressuring the rim, creating offense, and making plays for others.