Peyton Watson Held Out of Playoffs Due to Persistent Hamstring Injury

Agent Rich Paul confirmed that Peyton Watson was sidelined during the playoffs to protect the player from further injury. Watson had been struggling with the lingering effects of a hamstring strain originally sustained in February. Despite the team's postseason run, the decision was made to prioritize his long-term health over immediate availability, as he was never fully recovered from the initial soft-tissue issue.