Julian Reese waived in Denver days after Watson trade

Denver has cut two-way forward/center Julian Reese, according to NBA.com's transaction log. Reese arrived from Washington last week in the Peyton Watson deal, a move Denver could make while over the second apron because two-way deals don't count against the cap, and reporting at the time already pointed to his release.

The Nuggets now carry one open two-way slot, with KJ Simpson and Bryce Hopkins filling the others.

+ 4 reports from 3 outlets

RealGM · 29 Aug 2026Nuggets cut Julian Reese loose from his two-way deal

Heavy · 29 Aug 2026Nuggets waive Julian Reese after acquiring him in Watson trade

Heavy · 29 Aug 2026Reese, waived by Denver, floated as a Knicks rebounding fix

Hoops Rumors · 28 Aug 2026Julian Reese waived in Denver days after Watson trade

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