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Denver Nuggets restricted free agent Peyton Watson remains on the market this offseason despite interest from multiple teams, including the Atlanta Hawks.
A recent report from NBA insider Jake Fischer indicates that Atlanta has shown some "fresh interest" in the 23-year-old, though Denver's asking price in a sign-and-trade scenario is an obstacle.
"Atlanta, sources say, has also shown some fresh interest in Watson, which would likewise require a sign-and-trade to make it happen," Fischer wrote.
"That said, whether it's the Hawks or the [Los Angeles] Clippers or any other suitor, sources maintain that the Nuggets are seeking compensation on par with what Utah received from the [Los Angeles] Lakers in their recent sign-and-trade swap that made Walker Kessler a Laker.
"The Lakers' determined interest in the 7-foot-2 center netted two first-round picks and two first-round pick swaps for the [Utah] Jazz.
"Sources say that price point has been too rich for the Clippers or the Hawks when it comes to Watson."
Fischer noted that the Clippers have shown interest in giving Watson a deal in the range of $25 million-plus per season, but they have encountered the same sign-and-trade obstacle. That's a tricky one for an L.A. team that appears to truly want Watson.
It's unclear if the Hawks have the same level of interest as the Clippers, but the sign-and-trade asking price might be the bigger issue.
Watson is an intriguing option this summer for any team looking to take a high-upside swing at the wing spot. The former No. 30 overall pick significantly upped his value this past season with a little bit of a breakout campaign, and he's now in position to cash in.
After functioning primarily as a bench piece in his first three seasons, he was frequently in the starting lineup for Denver in the 2025-26 season, and he took advantage. He averaged 14.6 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game while shooting 49.1 percent from the field and 41.1 percent from deep.
As a plus defender, he could be described as a 3-and-D guy, but calling him a two-way player might be more appropriate given the growth he has shown. He would be a truly exciting piece for a team to land this summer, especially since his age leaves plenty of room for another leap or two in the future.
The Jazz were able to do incredibly well in the Kessler transaction this offseason, a fact that might have other teams licking their chops when it comes to flipping RFAs (restricted free agents) for value in sign-and-trades.
The Hawks have had a busy offseason, but it isn't over yet. Time will tell what else the team has in store, with the Peyton situation clearly being one to watch.
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A recent report from NBA insider Jake Fischer indicates that Atlanta has shown some "fresh interest" in the 23-year-old, though Denver's asking price in a sign-and-trade scenario is an obstacle.
"Atlanta, sources say, has also shown some fresh interest in Watson, which would likewise require a sign-and-trade to make it happen," Fischer wrote.
"That said, whether it's the Hawks or the [Los Angeles] Clippers or any other suitor, sources maintain that the Nuggets are seeking compensation on par with what Utah received from the [Los Angeles] Lakers in their recent sign-and-trade swap that made Walker Kessler a Laker.
"The Lakers' determined interest in the 7-foot-2 center netted two first-round picks and two first-round pick swaps for the [Utah] Jazz.
"Sources say that price point has been too rich for the Clippers or the Hawks when it comes to Watson."
Fischer noted that the Clippers have shown interest in giving Watson a deal in the range of $25 million-plus per season, but they have encountered the same sign-and-trade obstacle. That's a tricky one for an L.A. team that appears to truly want Watson.
It's unclear if the Hawks have the same level of interest as the Clippers, but the sign-and-trade asking price might be the bigger issue.
Watson is an intriguing option this summer for any team looking to take a high-upside swing at the wing spot. The former No. 30 overall pick significantly upped his value this past season with a little bit of a breakout campaign, and he's now in position to cash in.
After functioning primarily as a bench piece in his first three seasons, he was frequently in the starting lineup for Denver in the 2025-26 season, and he took advantage. He averaged 14.6 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game while shooting 49.1 percent from the field and 41.1 percent from deep.
As a plus defender, he could be described as a 3-and-D guy, but calling him a two-way player might be more appropriate given the growth he has shown. He would be a truly exciting piece for a team to land this summer, especially since his age leaves plenty of room for another leap or two in the future.
The Jazz were able to do incredibly well in the Kessler transaction this offseason, a fact that might have other teams licking their chops when it comes to flipping RFAs (restricted free agents) for value in sign-and-trades.
The Hawks have had a busy offseason, but it isn't over yet. Time will tell what else the team has in store, with the Peyton situation clearly being one to watch.
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