TRENDON WATFORD NEWS

Won't return Sunday vs. Utah Watford (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Watford has been sidelined since Dec. 16 due to a left hamstring strain, and he hasn't quite progressed enough in his recovery to return Sunday. His next opportunity to play will be Tuesday against the Trail Blazers.

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Out at least another week The Nets announced Saturday that Watford (hamstring) has resumed individual on-court workouts and his status will be updated in one week.

Impact Watford hasn't played since Dec. 16 due to a left hamstring strain. While he appears to be progressing in his recovery, his next chance to suit up is against Utah on Jan. 12.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out at least another week The Nets announced Saturday that Watford (hamstring) has resumed individual on-court workouts, and his status will be updated in one week.

Impact Watford hasn't played since Dec. 16 due to a left hamstring strain. While he appears to be progressing in his recovery, he looks like he'll be sidelined for the Nets' three-game homestand that kicks off Saturday, as well as the start of the team's road trip that begins Jan. 10 in Denver.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up for Saturday Watford (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Philadelphia.

Impact Watford will miss his ninth consecutive outing Saturday due to a left hamstring strain, and there is no clear timetable for his return. The 24-year-old's next chance to return will come Monday against the Pacers.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Watford (hamstring) is out for Thursday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Watford will miss his eighth straight contest Thursday due to a left hamstring strain. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Philadelphia.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Watford (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Raptors, Meghan Triplett of YES Network reports.

Impact Watford has made only one appearance since Dec. 8. His next chance to suit up will come Thursday in Milwaukee, but he can be considered doubtful for that game.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Watford (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Magic, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Watford has missed five straight games with a strained left hamstring and was slated for re-evaluation roughly one week after Dec. 19. There has yet to be an update on Watford's recovery, and he's listed as out on the Nets' initial injury report for Sunday's contest. It's unclear how close he is to returning, but his next chance to play will come Wednesday against Toronto.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out at least another week The Nets announced Thursday that Watford has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain and his status will be updated in approximately one week, Meghan Triplett of YES Network re...

Impact Watford already missed 13 games early in the season due to a left hamstring strain and appears to have aggravated the injury. Until Watford is able to return to action, Day'Ron Sharpe and Noah Clowney are candidates to receive increased playing time.

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Watford (hamstring) will not play Thursday against the Raptors, Meghan Triplett of YES Network reports.

Impact Watford is considered day-to-day with soreness in his left hamstring. He did not play in the second half of Monday's loss to Cleveland, but it's unclear if he'll be ready in time for Saturday's game against the Jazz. Jalen Wilson and Noah Clowney could see a bump in minutes in the meantime.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return vs. Cavs Watford has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against Cleveland due to left hamstring soreness, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports. He recorded eight points (...

Impact The Cavs were in command by the time Watford exited, so his presence shouldn't be missed during the final quarter and a half of play. Jalen Wilson and Noah Clowney will be in line for more opportunities down the stretch of Monday's matchup.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads bench in scoring in loss Watford amassed 13 points (3-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-7 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal across 25 minutes during Sunday's 100-92 loss to the Magic.

Impact Watford provided Brooklyn with a boost offensively off the bench Sunday, leading all bench players in scoring while concluding as one of four players with a double-digit point total. Watford has reached double figures in off the bench in four outings this season, including in three straight contests.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Monday vs. Warriors Watford (hamstring) is available for Monday night's game against Golden State, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Impact As expected, Watford will play the second half of the Nets' back-to-back set Monday. After missing the first 13 games of the regular season due to a hamstring injury, Watford is averaging 5.8 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.5 assists over 15.8 minutes per contest in four outings.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Monday Watford (hamstring) is probable for Monday's game against the Warriors, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact Watford is expected to play in the second half of Brooklyn's back-to-back set after posting three points, three rebounds, two steals and a block in 15 minutes during Sunday's win over the Kings. With Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle), Ben Simmons (back/rest) and Noah Clowney (ankle) all sidelined, Watford could see a few extra minutes Monday.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Watford (hip) will play Sunday's game against the Kings, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact Watford was a late addition to the injury report due to adductor soreness, but he will officially be available Sunday. Watford holds averages of 6.7 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 16.0 minutes per game across three appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with adductor soreness Watford is probable for Sunday's game against the Kings due to left adductor soreness, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Watford was a late addition to the injury report but is still expected to suit up. He missed the first 13 games of the season due to a hamstring injury but has appeared in three straight games, averaging 6.7 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 16.0 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cracks rotation in season debut Watford (hamstring) recorded four points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and three assists in 13 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 114-104 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Watford received the green light to make his season debut Sunday after he missed the Nets' first 13 games due to a left hamstring strain. While the fourth-year big man may not have a regular spot in the rotation when Brooklyn is back at full strength, the absences of Nic Claxton (back) and Day'Ron Sharpe (hamstring) left minutes available for Watford in the frontcourt.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Sunday Watford (hamstring) isn't on the injury report for Sunday's game versus the Knicks, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Impact Watford is set to make his season debut Sunday after missing Brooklyn's first 13 contests with a left hamstring strain. Across 63 appearances in 2023-24, Watford averaged 6.9 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 13.6 minutes.

NOVEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Watford (hamstring) is out for Friday's game versus the Knicks.

Impact Watford was set to make his season debut earlier in November but suffered a setback to his hamstring injury that has kept him sidelined. Watford's next chance to suit up is Sunday's rematch with the Knicks.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Wednesday Watford (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Celtics, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Watford has yet to make his season debut while recovering from a left hamstring strain. He suffered a setback at the beginning of November and remains without a firm return timetable.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for next three games Watford (hamstring) will not play in Brooklyn's three-game road trip that ends with Monday's game versus the Pelicans, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Watford has yet to make his season debut while dealing with a left hamstring strain. While he was initially expected to play against Chicago, the 23-year-old forward appears to have suffered a setback. Watford's next chance to suit up will be Wednesday's matchup with Boston.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Without clear timeline Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez said Sunday that Watford (hamstring) will be ready to make his season debut "soon," but the forward remains without a clear timeline to do so, Evan...

Impact Watford looked to be on track to make his debut this past Friday against the Bulls, but after being cleared to play, he was downgraded to out after not responding as well to a pregame workout as the Nets had hoped. The 23-year-old has seemingly avoided a major setback, but Watford may need to turn in a full practice before the Nets sign off on him playing. Watford appears safe to rule out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies, but he could be a candidate to play as soon as Friday in Boston.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Watford (hamstring) is out for Sunday's game versus the Pistons, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Watford was initially set to make his season Saturday but will now remain sidelined against Detroit while recovering from a left hamstring strain. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Memphis.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Now ruled out Watford (hamstring) won't play in Friday's game versus the Bulls, Lucas Kaplan of NetsDaily.com reports.

Impact Watford was initially deemed available to make his debut Friday, but will ultimately miss another contest due to his left hamstring strain. Watford's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Detroit.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to questionable Watford (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Bulls.

Impact Despite being deemed available for Friday's contest earlier, Watford's status is now up in the air. Watson has yet to play this season while dealing with a left hamstring strain.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Friday Watford (hamstring) is available for Friday's game versus the Bulls, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Impact Watford will be available to make his season debut Friday after recovering from a left hamstring strain he suffered in training camp. Last season, Watford averaged 6.9 minutes, 3.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 13.6 minutes across 63 appearances for Brooklyn.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE