# Denver Nuggets Trade: Peyton Watson's Sign-And-Trade Destinations Revealed
The Denver Nuggets' free agency has been a hot topic this offseason, with Peyton Watson being one of the most sought-after players. As the team navigates the best way to approach a deal with the talented wing, we take a look at the three best sign-and-trade destinations for Watson.
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What's the latest on Peyton Watson's contract?
Peyton Watson's contract projection is a staggering $27 million annual average. With teams navigating the best way to approach a deal with the talented wing, we take a look at the three best sign-and-trade destinations for Watson.
Los Angeles Clippers: A Potential Landing Spot?
The Los Angeles Clippers have been the team with the most connections to Watson. However, with the team signing Rui Hachimura, it's unclear if they're still interested in the talented wing. The Clippers lack a majority of their own draft capital coming up, making a sign-and-trade deal a necessity.
Los Angeles Lakers: Another Potential Destination?
The Los Angeles Lakers have been connected to nearly every free agent and trade candidate possible this offseason. This time, it's Watson's turn. However, a sign-and-trade deal may be too pricey for the Lakers, who seem to be prioritizing Jonathan Kuminga on a cheaper deal.
Memphis Grizzlies: A Perfect Fit?
The Memphis Grizzlies are in one of the best situations, cap-wise, in the NBA. They can take on Watson for extremely cheap, and have a perfect contract to do so: The Jerami Grant contract, which was acquired from the Portland Trailblazers in the Ja Morant trade, could match up perfectly with Watson's projection. Grant would return to Denver, where he had great success next to Nikola Jokic.
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What comes next for Peyton Watson?
The Nuggets keeping Watson is very much in the table if they can't reach an agreement on his worth. External teams may simply not be willing to give up the money or the trade pieces it will take to get him. If that's the case, a return to Denver almost seems likely. Until then, these three spots are ones to monitor.