Nuggets sign Watson

09.7.2005

Denver, CO (Basketball News) - The Denver Nuggets signed guard Earl Watson on Wednesday, team general manager Kiki Vandeweghe announced. As per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Watson, who played the last three seasons with Memphis, averaged a career-high 7.7 ppg and 4.5 assists in 80 contests last season.

"Earl is one of the up-and-coming guards in this league and we’re excited to have him," said Vandeweghe. "His addition gives us great depth in our backcourt."

Originally drafted by the Seattle Supersonics in the second round (40th overall) of the 2001 NBA Draft, Watson has averaged 5.7 points and 3.7 assists in 304 career games.

"I’m excited to be joining a talented team like the Nuggets," Watson said. "They have a great owner and Kiki and coach (George) Karl have the team going in the right direction. I look forward to contributing both on and off the court."

DEN MEM

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