Peyton Watson seeks contract extension exceeding Christian Braun's deal

Peyton Watson is pursuing a contract extension from the Denver Nuggets that is larger than the five-year, $125 million deal received by teammate Christian Braun. Watson, who averaged 14.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.1 blocks in the 2025-26 season, believes his performance warrants the increase. The Nuggets are currently in a challenging position as they aim to strengthen their roster while managing financial constraints. As a restricted free agent, the Nuggets can match any offer for Watson, making his situation pivotal as they navigate the offseason.

• 4:18 AMYahoo Sports — Peyton Watson wants to get a contract extension that exceeds Christian Braun's deal