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Peyton Watson is officially gone from Denver after a heartfelt farewell that highlighted the city’s support during his four seasons with the Nuggets — from the roaring crowds at Ball Arena to the mentorship of teammates like Jokic and Murray. In a blockbuster five-team trade finalized August 21, Watson signed a lucrative four-year, $88M deal with Cleveland in a sign-and-trade, sending Denver’s first-round pick in 2031 and second-round pick in 2032, plus Max Strus and Dennis Schroder to LA and Charlotte. While some question whether the Nuggets made the right call prioritizing future assets over re-signing their solid contributor — who averaged 14 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1 block per game last season — Watson’s exit was marked by gratitude and goodwill. The Nuggets are now bolstering their bench with DeMar DeRozan on a one-year deal, while keeping their core intact. Fans will likely welcome Watson back warmly whenever he returns to play.

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