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Peyton Watson considers qualifying offer from Nuggets ahead of free agency

CBS NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 6:17 PM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Peyton Watson considers qualifying offer from Nuggets ahead of free agency
Summary

Peyton Watson is reportedly weighing a one-year, $6.5 million qualifying offer from the Denver Nuggets. This decision comes after the Nuggets matched a two-year, $12 million offer sheet for Spencer Jones, leading to significant tax implications. Retaining Watson, who averaged 18 points and six rebounds across 30 games last season, could provide the Nuggets with cap flexibility, allowing him to reach unrestricted free agency next offseason. The Nuggets are managing a complex offseason, focused on reducing their projected tax bill while preparing for their championship pursuit in 2027.

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What We Know
  • •Nuggets matched a $12 million offer sheet for Spencer Jones
  • •Watson averaged 18 points and six rebounds last season
  • •Qualifying offer allows Watson to become unrestricted next summer
  • •Denver seeks to maintain roster while managing tax implications
  • •Signing Watson could influence future contract negotiations for Nikola Jokić
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  • 6:17 PMCBS NBA — Peyton Watson reportedly considering the qualifying offer: Why it would be a huge win for the Nuggets
What they're saying
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The qualifying offer would allow Watson to hit free agency next offseason and save the Nuggets an enormous tax bill

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