Peyton Watson

Professional basketball player

American Beverly Hills, CA

Quick Info

ProfessionProfessional basketball player
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth11/09/2002
Age23 years
BirthplaceBeverly Hills, CA

Latest News about Peyton Watson

22/01/2026

Peyton Watson scored a new career-high 35 points on 10-for-16 shooting, including six three-pointers, and added eight rebounds, three assists, and four blocks. His performance helped the Denver Nuggets beat the Washington Wizards 107-97.

19/11/2025

Peyton Watson posted career highs with 32 points and 12 rebounds in a 125-118 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. The game highlighted his growing role as an impactful bench contributor for the Denver Nuggets.

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Bio/Wiki

Peyton Tyler Watson is an American professional basketball player for the Denver Nuggets of the NBA.
He was born in Beverly Hills, California.

Physical Stats & More

Height6'8"
Weight200 lbs

Family

ParentsJulio and Antoinette Watson
Siblings
  • Christian (brother)
  • Jolie Grace (sister)
RelativesUncle: Brantley Watson (UCLA graduate)

Career

High SchoolMcDonald's All-American, Long Beach Poly HS
CollegeUCLA Bruins (2021-22)
ProfessionalDenver Nuggets (NBA), drafted 30th overall (1st round, 2022)
Achievements
  • NBA Western Conference Player of the Week (Jan 5-11, 2026)
  • NBA champion (2023)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Rose from low-major offers to 5-star recruit in 6 months (2019)
2. Hometown: Long Beach, CA (high school)
3. Full name: Peyton Tyler Watson
4. Moore League MVP in high school (averaged 23.2 points and 8 rebounds per game)
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