Four teams have shown interest in restricted free agent Peyton Watson, who is set to leave the Denver Nuggets after they have failed to reach an agreement on a new deal.
According to Brett Siegel of Clutch Points, Watson feels disrespected by the Nuggets regarding their offers.
"With the Nuggets only offering Watson a new deal that is slightly better than the mid-level exception, the young forward and his camp have felt disrespected by the organization," Siegel wrote.
"That is why sign-and-trade scenarios with other teams have been gaining more attention and are Watson's preferred path in restricted free agency."
Peyton Watson
Peyton Watson
Hawks join growing Peyton Watson race
Peyton Watson’s future with the Denver Nuggets remains uncertain, with the Atlanta Hawks joining the Milwaukee Bucks, Los Angeles Clippers, and Cleveland Cavaliers as teams interested in acquiring him.
Denver continues to explore potential sign-and-trade scenarios involving the restricted free agent. If no trade or long-term agreement is reached, Watson could return to the Nuggets on his $6.5 million qualifying offer before becoming an unrestricted free agent next summer.
The 23-year-old is coming off his best NBA season, averaging 14.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 2.1 assists while shooting 41.1% from three-point range.
With Atlanta now becoming the fourth team linked to Watson, Denver could have several potential options if it ultimately decides to move on from the rising forward.