Didn’t renew the contract with the Nuggets in advance? Watson: The team has its own financial considerations and everything will fall into place

In the NBA regular season, the Nuggets defeated the Suns 133-111.

After the game, Payton Watson accepted an interview with reporters. Talking about his failure to renew his contract with the Nuggets in advance (he will become a restricted free agent next summer), he said: "The team's decision is purely based on financial considerations. Obviously, taking into account factors such as the new collective bargaining agreement and the second rich line, they want to avoid touching these restrictions. As a business, you have to operate according to the direction that is most beneficial to your own development. And when I make a decision next summer, I also have to weigh the pros and cons like a business.

" This is in no way disrespectful to the Nuggets or the Kroenke family. They've been very good to me, given me a lot of care and support, and given me a chance to prove myself in this league. I believe everything will fall into place in the end. "

Watson played 19 minutes and 49 seconds in this campaign, making 3 of 4 shots, 1 of 1 free throw, and scored 7 points, 2 rebounds and 1 assist.