Nuggets’ Peyton Watson anticipated to make his return on Sunday.
Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson is anticipated to make his return on Sunday against the Portland Trail Blazers after being sidelined for over six weeks due to a hamstring strain, sources informed ESPN’s Shams Charania on Saturday.
Watson’s comeback would signify the first occasion this season that the Nuggets have had their complete roster available. Several players, including three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon, Cameron Johnson, and Christian Braun, have all experienced significant absences this year.
Watson was enjoying a breakout season prior to his injury sustained in a February 4 defeat to the New York Knicks. He is posting career-best averages, including 21.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.1 steals, and 1.6 blocks per game since the beginning of 2026.
After a victory against the Toronto Raptors on Friday, the Nuggets (43-23) are positioned at No. 5 in the Western Conference with 12 games left in their regular season.
