There have been three Nuggets to record at least 1,000 points, 500 rebounds, and 150 blocks before turning 23 years old: Antonio McDyess (1995-97), Nene Hilario (2002-05), and Peyton Watson (2022-25).

May 1, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (8) dunks the ball against the LA Clippers in the second half during game six of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs … ...

If it were up to Peyton Watson, he would've gone straight to the NBA. Three years later, it turns out he might’ve been right. As a consensus five-star recruit, ...

Bailey proposed a Nuggets package of Michael Porter Jr., Peyton Watson, a 2031 first-round pick swap, and a 2032 first-round pick, with Kelly Olynyk included from New Orleans to balance salaries.

Watson was one who got away from Oklahoma City. The Thunder drafted him 30th overall in 2022, but traded him to the Nuggets for a 2027 first-round choice, JaMychal Green and two second-round picks.