Making defense seem elementary, Peyton Watson quickly becomes a UCLA star
LA TimesOnce or twice a game, Peyton Watson’s high school coach could see the future. I approve.” UCLA guard Peyton Watson’s defense has earned him the nickname Peyton “Swatson.” The block made “SportsCenter” that night while trumpeting the arrival of a 6-foot-8 whirlwind whose impact has far exceeded his modest statistics. “That was basically sending a statement that if you’re going to come at us,” Watson said of his signature play, “you’ve got to come correctly.” :: Those long limbs are something of a mystery. “I wanted to dunk it,” Watson said, “but we’ll take the two points.” It’s no secret that Watson’s offense lags behind his defense and the measurables that have made him an intriguing NBA prospect. I approve.” — UCLA freshman Peyton Watson on the moniker ‘Peyton SWATson’ The gap was reflected in one 10-second span against Arizona.
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