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Denver Faces Tough Reality as Peyton Watson’s Value Rises

League sources believe Nuggets may not be able to afford Watson next summer. Watson and Denver did not reach an extension before the season, avoiding a poison-pill tag. Now producing in a contract year, Watson is headed for restricted free agency, with sources saying his market could exceed Denver’s price range. He's averaging 10.5 points and 2.8 threes per game.