Peyton Watson trade grades: How Nuggets, Cavs, and Clippers did in swap involving Max Strus

Peyton Watson's long free agency finally ended on Wednesday evening. He was sign-and-traded to the Cavs, giving Cleveland the athletic wing they've been trying to find for years. The price for the Cavs was high, and the loss for the Nuggets had to sting after seeing Watson break out last season. Did Cleveland pay too much on their gamble? Did the Nuggets get enough back for their homegrown success story? And was it worth it for the Clippers to swoop in and grab Max Strus?While this trade ultimately ended up being rolled into a bigger five-team transaction, here's how the Watson-related portion of the trade shook out for the Cavs, Nuggets, and Clippers. MORE: Six breakout candidates for 2026-27 seasonPeyton Watson trade detailsCavs receive:Peyton Watson2027 second-round pickClippers receive