- The Los Angeles Lakers have expressed interest in signing Denver Nuggets wing Peyton Watson, who is set to become a restricted free agent this offseason.
- Watson has had a breakout season for the Nuggets, averaging over 21 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 blocks per game, making him an integral part of the team's rotation.
- However, the Nuggets face a challenging financial situation, with several key players like Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Aaron Gordon already on lucrative contracts. Retaining Watson while avoiding luxury tax penalties will be difficult.
- The Nuggets have a few options to create cap space, such as trading Cam Johnson, Christian Braun, or Julian Strawther, but it will require some creative maneuvering to keep Watson in Denver long-term.