Born in Beverly Hills, California, Peyton Watson went to Long Beach Polytechnic High School and quickly began to get the attention of scouts. Watson assumed a starter’s role his junior year and did not disappoint averaging 23.2 points per game and 8 rebounds per game.  His impressive play branded him as a consensus five-star recruit and earned him a spot on the rosters for the McDonald’s All-American team, Jordan Brand Classic, and Nike Hoop Summit.  After receiving offers from UCLA, Arizona, Gonzaga, Michigan, Oregon, and Washington, Watson decided to go to college near home at UCLA. Watson would only play one season with UCLA earning honorable mention for the Pac-12 All-Freshman Team before declaring for the draft, ultimately being drafted in the first round by the Oklahoma City Thunder (traded to the Denver Nuggets soon thereafter).  While Watson’s career with Denver is just beginning his early success in high school and college proves that there is a lot to look forward to for the young star.

This authentic Wilson basketball is autographed by Peyton Watson. Watson’s signature was witnessed by an Upper Deck representative as part of UDA’s 5-step authentication process.