Cavaliers target Peyton Watson as sign-and-trade option over Kuminga

The Cleveland Cavaliers are shifting their focus from Jonathan Kuminga to Peyton Watson for a potential sign-and-trade. While negotiations for Kuminga have stalled, the Cavaliers have contacted the Denver Nuggets about Watson, a restricted free agent known for his 3-and-D skills. Reports suggest the Cavaliers would offer either Max Strus or Dennis Schröder along with a future trade swap. The pursuit of Watson reflects Cleveland's desire to strengthen their wing position after earlier free agency pursuits did not materialize.

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