Peyton Watson’s contracts and salary breakdown
Know all about Denver Nuggets' shooting guard Peyton Watson's NBA contract and player salaries in a comprehensive breakdown.
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As the Denver Nuggets lift their first-ever NBA Championship, 20-year-old Peyton Watson has managed to win his first ring in his rookie season. The former UCLA star has played an important part coming off the bench to fill in for the team whenever necessary throughout their title run. So exactly how much is Peyton Watson earning from his contracts in the NBA?
Originally drafted by the Oklahoma City Thunder, Peyton Watson started his NBA career with the Nuggets after being traded subsequently. Having played his rookie season in the NBA, the youngster has been widely lauded for his promising potential. His four-year rookie contract with the Nuggets can see the guard earn up to $11,267,516 over the course of the four years.
Already an NBA Champion at only 20 years of age, exactly how much is Watson earning from his NBA contracts? Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of Peyton Watson’s player contracts and salary details.
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Current Contract Breakdown
Peyton Watson signed his four-year rookie contract worth $11,267,516 with the Denver Nuggets in July 2022. The deal comes with an average salary of $2,816,879 annually and $4,497,480 guaranteed at signing. There is a team option for the final two years of his rookie contract, which, if exercised, will see him continue with the Nuggets 2025-26.
For the 2022-23 season, Peyton Watson has bagged $2,193,960 with a dead cap and cap hit value of $2,193,960. In the coming 2023-24 season, the Nuggets guard will earn a base salary of $2,303,520 with a similar cap hit and dead cap value.
There are team options in the contract for the 2024-25 and 2025-26 seasons. These, if activated, can see Watson earn $2,413,560 and $4,356,476 for the final two years of his contract. Peyton Watson will become a restricted free agent in 2026.
| CONTRACT | AVG. SALARY | GTD AT SIGN | SIGNED USING | FREE AGENT |
| 4 yr(s) / $11,267,516 | $2,816,879 | $4,497,480 | Entry Level/Rookie | 2026 / RFA |
Salary Breakdown
- Current Salary: $2,303,520
- Salary Per Month: $191,960
- Salary Per Week: $47,990
- Salary Per Game: $28,091
- Salary Per Quarter: $7,022
- Salary Per Minute: $585
FAQs
Which college did Peyton Watson go to?
Peyton Watson attended UCLA and played college basketball for the men’s team.
Which NBA team drafted Peyton Watson in the NBA?
Peyton Watson was originally drafted by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA.
Has Peyton Watson won the NBA Championship?
Peyton Watson won the NBA Championship with the Denver Nuggets in 2023.
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