Nuggets fans react to Rich Paul's comments on Peyton Watson's absence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:29 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Peyton Watson's departure from the Denver Nuggets has sparked mixed reactions among fans following comments from his agent, Rich Paul. Watson’s last appearance for Denver was a nine-minute stint against the Utah Jazz in April, after which he re-aggravated a hamstring injury. Paul revealed that Watson could have participated in the 2026 playoffs but was held out for health reasons, leading to frustration among supporters who believed his skills could have impacted the team's playoff performance. The Nuggets faced the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round and lost the series despite finishing the regular season strong at 54-28.
- •Peyton Watson was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers after the season.
- •Rich Paul stated Watson wanted to play but was advised to sit out for safety.
- •Nuggets' playoff performance was impacted by key injuries.
- •Denver won 54 games in the regular season but lost to Minnesota in the first round.
- 10:29 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Disgraceful,’ ‘I Get It, But It’s Frustrating’ — Nuggets Fans Torn Over Peyton Watson’s Agent Rich Paul’s Post-Cavs Trade Confession
"Peyton Watson’s final game with the Denver Nuggets turned out to be a nine-minute appearance against the Utah Jazz in April. The 6-foot-8 guard re-aggravated a hamstring injury in that game, ending his season.
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