Lakers insider doubts Peyton Watson trade potential for Los Angeles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 2:01 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Amid speculation about a trade, Lakers insider Jovan Buha indicates that acquiring Peyton Watson is unlikely. Watson, a talented two-way wing for the Denver Nuggets, remains a restricted free agent. The Lakers, having recently acquired Walker Kessler, used much of their remaining draft capital, limiting their ability to make a strong offer. Denver's desire to retain Watson complicates matters further. With a reported contract demand of at least $25 million annually, any trade would require significant financial maneuvering.
- •Peyton Watson remains a restricted free agent with the Denver Nuggets.
- •Lakers used most of their tradable draft capital for Walker Kessler.
- •Watson averaged 14.6 points and strong shooting percentages last season.
- •A trade would require salary cap adjustments from Denver.
- •Insider suggests Lakers' interest in Watson has diminished.
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers insider on whether Peyton Watson is a realistic target
"Some Lakers fans may still be dreaming of a trade that brings in Peyton Watson, a two-way wing the team was linked to for months.
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