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Rich Paul confirms Peyton Watson sat out playoffs
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— Aug 22, 2026
Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul said on his Game Over podcast that he advised Peyton Watson not to return for the Nuggets in the 2026 playoffs to protect his long-term contract value, a decision that contributed to Watson missing the postseason. Watson subsequently moved to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a multi-team sign-and-trade and signed a four-year, $88 million contract as he becomes a key piece for Cleveland after Denver’s playoff exit.
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Max Strus heads to Clippers in multi-team trade
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— Aug 20, 2026
The Los Angeles Clippers acquired Max Strus from the Cleveland Cavaliers in a three-team deal that also shipped Peyton Watson to Cleveland, a move that gives L.A. much-needed floor spacing as it reshapes a crowded wing rotation. Cleveland, meanwhile, gains Watson and a package of picks and salary considerations to help its own roster plans.
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Harden Re-signs with Cavaliers; Garland Traded
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— Aug 20, 2026
James Harden has agreed to a three-year, $97 million re-signing with the Cleveland Cavaliers, including a player option and a trade kicker. The deal follows Cleveland's February trade that sent Darius Garland to the Clippers and their acquisition of Peyton Watson, as the Cavs push to elevate their championship contention.
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