Peyton Watson is making the Nuggets’ decision to trade him easier to accept

Writer Jordanna Clark argues that Peyton Watson's early shooting struggles with the Cleveland Cavaliers help justify the Denver Nuggets' decision to trade him. After Denver sent Watson to Cleveland in an offseason sign-and-trade deal for an unprotected first-round pick, the wing signed a four-year, $88 million contract. Despite Denver's current spacing concerns, Clark notes Watson's ongoing shooting slump softens the blow of his departure.

Watson has converted just 14.3 percent of his three-point attempts through his first stretch with the Cavaliers, shooting 3-for-21 from deep. Clark highlights that while Watson's defensive versatility remains valuable, Denver has found a cost-effective alternative in rookie Trevon Brazile, whose shooting and fit have provided early positives for the Nuggets.