Denver Nuggets face backlash after trading Peyton Watson in three-team deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 4:24 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Denver Nuggets have drawn criticism from NBA fans after trading Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers as part of a three-team trade also involving the Los Angeles Clippers. Watson, a restricted free agent, was deemed poorly handled by the Nuggets, who received an unprotected 2031 first-round pick and a 2032 second-round pick in return. Many believe the return was insufficient considering Watson's potential. Commentary on social media indicates widespread disappointment with the Nuggets' decision-making during this offseason. As the fallout continues, fans are debating the implications of this trade on the team’s future.
- •Peyton Watson traded to the Cavaliers in a three-team deal.
- •Nuggets receive unprotected 2031 first-round pick from Cavaliers.
- •Criticism stems from perceived poor return for Watson.
- •Fans express discontent with Nuggets' offseason decisions.
- •Max Strus moves to the Clippers as part of the trade.
- 4:24 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Straight up terrible’ – NBA fans blast Denver Nuggets after 3-team trade with Cavaliers and Clippers
"The Denver Nuggets are catching a lot of heat from NBA fans on social media after they traded away Peyton Watson for what many think is a poor return. Peyton Watson was a restricted free agent coming into the 2026 NBA offseason.
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