Takes control of backup center job Watford tallied two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and five rebounds in 14 minutes off the bench Tuesday in the Trail Blazers' 109-107 loss to the Timberwolves. Impact The undrafted rookie out of LSU has appeared in each of Portland's last 12 games, averaging 4.4 points, 3.5 rebounds and 0.9 assists in 13.3 minutes. He could make for an intriguing pickup the event Jusuf Nurkic misses time at any point, but for now, Watford isn't likely to see his role expand. Watford at least seems to have a solid grip on the backup center job, as Larry Nance (knee) is without a clear timeline for return, while Cody Zeller (knee) looks in danger of missing the rest of the regular season after undergoing surgery Tuesday.
JANUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE