The Denver Nuggets welcomed Peyton Watson back to the rotation on Sunday, playing a nine-man rotation with elements of small ball and versatility they are likely to use in the playoffs as well. With 10 games left to go before the playoffs begin, expect more games from Denver like Sunday as they work Watson back into the rotation. With the starters ironing out their chemistry and the bench learning a more aggressive style again, the Nuggets are starting to look like they team they hoped to be.
On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets comfortable win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. He discusses the return of Peyton Watson, the comfort level of the starting unit, and how the Nuggets are starting to round into form at the right time.
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