What do Nuggets do with Peyton Watson, Spencer Jones? Plus, Jalen Duren and other free agents
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In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to discuss several NBA restricted free agents, like Peyton Watson, Jalen Duren, Ben Mathurin & more.
(0:00) INTRO
(4:20) Will the Nuggets match the Spencer Jones offer sheet from OKC?
(22:14) Will they re-sign Peyton Watson?
(47:37) Jordan Walsh extends with Celtics
(51:20) Jalen Duran
(1:14:49) Ben Mathurin
(1:28:51 ) Mario Hezonja signs with Cavaliers
(1:33:23) OUTRO
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