The TRUTH About Peyton Watson And The Nuggets' Salary Cap Dilemma

Shapiro and Piro

The TRUTH About Peyton Watson And The Nuggets' Salary Cap Dilemma

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Published on Jun 2, 2026, 6:03:28 PM
Total time: 00:21:05

Episode Description
The Denver Nuggets don't have to shed salary to re-sign Peyton Watson—but that doesn't mean there aren't major financial consequences. Shapiro and Piro break down the truth about Peyton Watson's upcoming contract situation, how a new deal could impact Denver's payroll, and why the NBA's second apron is at the center of the conversation. While many fans assume the Nuggets must make salary-cutting moves to keep Watson, the reality is much different. The fellas take a look at Denver's current cap sheet, the potential cost of a Peyton Watson extension, the restrictions that come with being a second-apron team, and what it could mean for the Nuggets' roster-building strategy moving forward.
 
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Shapiro and Piro is your classic happy hour sports talk show built for the modern day media landscape. Covering the biggest local stories and the most compelling national angles, Shapiro and Piro bring you the unique takes you didn’t know you needed every weekday on Denver Sports.