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Ep 314CSG Special: 2009 Denver Nuggets - The first two rounds

Welcome to another CSG Special on the 2009 Western Conference Finals Denver Nuggets. In this Special, Jeff talks about the first two rounds of the playoffs and the standout performances therein Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 25, 201922 min

Ep 313CSG #327: Nikola Jokic 1st team all NBA is the key to greatness

Nikola Jokic wins All NBA First Tean. This is huge for both him and the Denver Nuggets. Jeff explains on the latest Mortcast on CSG. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 23, 201919 min

Ep 312CSG #326: Tim Connelly is a wanted man

Jeff and Nate break down the Washington Wizards courtship of Tim Connelly and what it means for the Denver Nuggets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 18, 20191h 15m

Ep 311CSG #325: Jokic the superstar in Nuggets history

As the Denver Nuggets defeated the Portland Trail Blazers in game 4, what has emerged is Nikola Jokic the superstar. First we have seen in Denver since David Thompson. Jeff gives historical context to Jokic’s amazing playoff run Enjoy the show!! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 6, 201919 min

Ep 310CSG #324: Breaking down the Nuggets second round series vs the Blazers

Jeff talks about the Nuggets 7 game series victory over the San Antonio Spurs in the first round and then breaks down the second round and what the Nuggets need to do. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 29, 201917 min

Ep 309CSG #323: Nuggets go up 3-2 and some thoughts on Elway/Connelly

In the latest Mortcast on CSG Jeff talks about the Nuggets going up 3-2 in their series against the San Antonio Spurs. The Nuggets have a look of a team that knows it's better than the one it is playing. Additionally, Jeff talks about John Elways rather snarky comments about Chris Harris Jr and contrasts it to that of Tim Connelly. Does the Broncos management need to operate with a bit more humility? Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 24, 201920 min

Ep 308CSG 322: Nuggets adjusted and unlocked a cheat code

The Denver Nuggets made a very simple adjustment to their starting lineup by inserting Torrey Craig in place of Will Barton and it suddenly unlocked the Denver Nuggets we remember from the first 3 quarters of the regular season. Jeff talks about what that means and if it can hold through game 5. Nuggets and Spurs are tied 2 games a piece in their first round series. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 21, 201921 min

Ep 307CSG #321: The NBA Playoffs are all about adjustments

After the Denver Nuggets dropped Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs, Jeff talked about the simple adjustment the Nuggets need to make regarding their starting unit and how to make it better. Will Barton has been so bad, he needs to be moved to the bench. Jeff offers his thoughts about who should replace him. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 19, 201917 min

Ep 306CSG #320: Murray and Barton: A tale of two players

Jamal Murray scored 21 points in the 4th quarter to lead the Denver Nuggets to victory in game 2 against the San Antonio Spurs. Michael Malone placed a ton of trust in a struggling player and it paid off to tie a series that was in danger of going south What about Will Barton though? In the latest Mortcast, Jeff proposes a solution that should help both the struggling Barton and the team in general Enjoy the Show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 17, 201923 min

Ep 305CSG #319: Did the Nuggets finesse the West?

The Denver Nuggets just completed the regular season 54-28 after their victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves at home. Capping off a glorious season that resulted in a #2 seed in the west. All that being said, did the Nuggets secretly use Jedi mind tricks on the rest of the league so the Rockets would fall to the 4th slot? They did not. It's fun to talk about though Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 11, 201922 min

Ep 304CSG #318: Nuggets legend Bobby Jones goes into the Hall of Fame

In a long overdue honor, Nuggets and Sixers legend Bobby Jones goes into the Naismith Hall of Fame! Jeff takes a look back at Jones' Nuggets career and his time on the best-ever Denver Nuggets team from 1974-78 Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 6, 201924 min

Ep 303CSG #317: Jokic needs to grow up, Malone needs to protect his star

After a godawful loss to the Washington Wizards at home, Jeff has some things to say. 1. Nikola Jokic needs to mature, and grow up which includes not losing your cool at key moments 2. Michael Malone needs to stop talking about not being fined and just protect his player. Loudly. It's time. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 1, 201917 min

Ep 302CSG #316: Jamal Murray needs to be a co-star, not a supporting player

The Denver Nuggets just swept the season series from the Oklahoma City Thunder, and it has become apparent that the team goes as Jamal Murray goes. In today's Mortcast Jeff talks about how Jamal Murray is the key to the Nuggets fortunes Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 30, 201915 min

Ep 301CSG #315: You don't get to choose your own nickname

Our own Nate Timmons recently talked about the branding of Nikola Jokic as "Joker" on twitter. It stirred some controversy. In today's CSG Jeff talks about how you don't get to choose your nickname and how the Big Honey phenomenon will likely continue. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 22, 201918 min

Ep 300CSG #314: Jokic overcomes mental fatigue in first full season as "the man"

As Nikola Jokic's floater gracefully fell through the hoop in the Nuggets last second victory over the Dallas Mavericks, it was clear that Jokic was mentally fatigued. In the latest CSG Mortcast, Jeff explains how shouldering the burden of being "the man" took its tole on the Serbian big man and how he has overcome. Enjoy the Show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 15, 201917 min

Ep 299CSG #313: Nate's Top 5 Favorite 2018-19 Nuggets

Nate goes over the "shooters" from the Melo Era, Michael Malone's place with the team, Jokic's mental makeup, and the good and bad from Barton's early-season injury. Plus, Nate's Top 5 Favorite Nuggets to watch this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 28, 20191h 1m

Ep 298CSG #312: Denver is in good hands with Arenado and Jokic

The Colorado Rockies made a huge investment in their mega-star Nolan Arenado on Tuesday of this week. The Nuggets made a similar investment in Nikola Jokic this last offseason. It's not wonder the trajectory of each franchise is pointing up. In the latest Mortcast, Jeff talks about the "faces" of Denver sports and how things are so damn good with both the Rockies and the Nuggets. Jeff also answers your twitter questions. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 28, 201922 min

Ep 297CSG #311: Nikola Jokic challenges the notion of aesthetically pleasing athleticism

A Canadian reporter who covers the Toronto Raptors once described Nikola Jokic as a "7 foot bag of milk". On this weeks Mortcast, Jeff talks about how Jokic is challenging our notion of athleticism and the NBA, which is why casual fans are reluctant to embrace Jokic. They just don't get him Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 24, 201919 min

Ep 296CSG #310: Nate's NBA Trade Deadline Day

Nate gets home from work and is completely in the dark about the NBA Trade Deadline, so he goes through all of the day's deals in his own real time... thanks for listening and enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 8, 201945 min

Ep 295CSG #309: A tribute to the late Irv Brown

On the morning of the Super Bowl Irv Brown, Denver sports icon and media legend, passed away at the age of 84. On the latest Mortcast Jeff gives his tribute to the legend and his impact on his life. You'll be missed Irv. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 3, 201917 min

Ep 294CSG #308: Tim Connelly 12.0

Nate and Jeff are at Pepsi Center to talk to, Denver Nuggets President of Basketball Operations, Tim Connelly about mostly all things Nuggets, but a bit of some other stuff too. Thanks for listening and enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 27, 20191h 24m

Ep 293CSG #307: The 5-1 pick and roll and the fear of turnovers

On the latest Mortcast Jeff talks about the Nuggets 5-1 pick and roll and how Michael Malone's fear of turnovers has led to the slow pace of this Nuggets team. Not a bad thing. Just different. Nuggets are 28-12. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 11, 201915 min

Ep 292CSG #306: Why I didn't continue my series on the Nuggets Bynoe/Lee ownership

In 2016 Jeff wrote what was intended to be a series of articles on the Peter Bynoe and Bertram Lee ownership of the Denver Nuggets. Intended to parlay into some sort of documentary that didn't come into being (for a multitude of reasons). Jeff talks about reviving that project and goes into an overview of what happened from 1989-92. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 27, 201818 min

Ep 291CSG #305: Jokic starts to uderstand he needs to score as well

The Denver Nuggets are 21-9 and sit atop the Western Conference. They are winning despite missing three starters. Much of this has to do with Nikola Jokic understanding that not all scoring is "selfish". In the latest Mortcast, Jeff talks about Jokic becoming that superstar the city of Denver needs. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 19, 201817 min

Ep 290CSG #304: Comparing and contrasting Connelly and Ujiri

The Denver Nuggets just defeated the Toronto Raptors in a huge victory for the up and coming team. With that in mind, Jeff talks about Masai Ujiri and Tim Connelly and the successes they have had with their mutual teams. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 5, 201814 min

Ep 289CSG # 303: The Mortcast - Tim Connelly needs to be extended NOW

The Nuggets are now 14-7 after defeating the Los Angeles Lakers on November 27th in Denver. The latest victory points to a fact that needs to be stated unequivocally ... Tim Connelly needs to be extended now, with no delay. Also I take gratuitous shots at Lakers fans. You'll love it. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 28, 201814 min

Ep 288CSG #302: Nuggets need to be who they are, that includes Jokic

In an era that emphasizes space and freedom of movement, the Nuggets first 10 games were a bit of an aberration. Slow-it-down, all-game style defensive squads are a thing of the past, replaced by teams who dictate with their offense and pick their spots on defense. The Nuggets need to get their identity back to being that offensive juggernaut that CAN play good defense when the chips are down. This includes Nikola Jokic who needs to find himself again. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 21, 201816 min

Ep 287CSG #301: Nuggets defense is affecting their offense too

In the latest CSG Podcast Jeff talks about the Nuggets offensive issues and goes over how their defensive approach is naturally affecting their offense as they've become a slower, more deliberate team. Too mechanical. Nuggets are 9-3 after the first 12 games. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 11, 201813 min

Ep 286CSG #300: Nuggets starting something special

Jeff and Nate take a deep dive into the 2018-19 Denver Nuggets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 3, 20181h 28m

Ep 285CSG Special: 2009 Denver Nuggets - The Iverson/Billups trade

In the Latest CSG Special on the 2009 Western Conference Finals Denver Nuggets, Jeff goes over the BIG trade that happened ... the Allen Iverson for Chauncey Billups trade that changed the culture of the Denver Nuggets forever. Also, Jeff talks about why this trade is top 2 in Nuggets history but NOT the best one. Enjoy the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 7, 201820 min

Ep 284CSG Special: 2009 Denver Nuggets - Carmelo Anthony's transformation

In this installment of CSG Special on the 2009 Western Conference Finals Denver Nuggets, Jeff talks about the Carmelo Anthony transformation from baby fat, out of shape scorer into a greater all around player with better dedication. It wasn't due to the 2008 Olympic Redeem team ... it was because of one particular player... Kobe Bryant Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 22, 201814 min

Ep 283CSG Special: 2009 Denver Nuggets - the offseason

Hello and WELCOME to this CSG Special series on the 10th anniversary of the 2008-09 Denver Nuggets. These will be a series of podcasts throughout the season that will focus on different aspects of that special team. This episode Jeff talks about the 2008 offseason and the three big factors that forever altered the course of that team. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 15, 201822 min

Ep 282CSG #299: Jeff talks about his own mental health and that of athletes

In the latest CSG Podcast, Jeff goes over his own mental health and the his severe anxiety he has suffered this summer. From there he talks about what it must be like for a major athlete to suffer from that same anxiety. Special CSG. Hope you enjoy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 27, 201818 min

Ep 281CSG #298: The endless offseason Nikola Jokic debate

It's the NBA offseason again, and you know what that means! Endless, tiresome, circular arguments about Nikola Jokic versus whatever other NBA center. In today's CSG Podcast Jeff talks about Jokic and the reasons he tends to be dismissed by the average NBA fan and what he can do to overcome it. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 18, 201819 min

Ep 280CSG #297: An announcement and a breakdown of the Nuggets schedule

Jeff returns from vacation to make an announcement about his new path. Also, breaking down the Nuggets schedule and what it means for rookie Michael Porter Jr. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 15, 201819 min

Ep 279CSG #296: How the decline of newspapers is killing journalism

In the latest CSG Podcast, Jeff talks about the recent decision by the New York Daily News to lay off 35 of it's sports department writers. How the demise of the Rocky Mountain News created the compartmentalized news consumption we have today in Denver. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 27, 201821 min

Ep 278CSG #295: Carmelo, the Nuggets and his place in history

In today's solo CSG, Jeff talks about Carmelo Anthony and his place in history. Also, what are his chances for the Basketball Hall of Fame as well as how he will be regarded once he retires from the game of basketball? Enjoy the Show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 23, 201824 min

Ep 277CSG #294: Masai Ujiri has history with gambling in trades

The San Antonio Spurs trade Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors in a blockbuster late-night trade. In today's CSG Jeff talks about the trade and Toronto GM Masai Ujiri's history of gambling on trades going back to Denver. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 19, 201824 min

Ep 276CSG #293: Not all first round draft picks are the same value

In the Latest CSG, Jeff discusses the rather bizarre reaction to the Denver Nuggets' trade of Darrell Arthur, Kenneth Faried and a protected first to the Brooklyn Nets. Maybe people are overvaluing draft picks again? Also Jeff goes into the signing of Isaiah Thomas. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 16, 201822 min

Ep 275CSG Special: Conversation with YouTube Lets Player Helloween4545

In this special edition of CSG Podcast, Jeff talks to long time YouTube Lets Player Helloween4545. He has successful built a large following on YouTube with over 10 years. Fascinating subject about video game Lets Playing, building an audience and more. Thanks to Ben (Helloween) for coming on the podcast to talk to Jeff! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 10, 201848 min

Ep 274CSG #292: Jeff and Nate say farewell to Wilson Chandler

The Denver Nuggets traded Wilson Chandler and a future 2nd round pick to the Philadelphia 76ers for a right to swap 2nd round pick and cash considerations. In this CSG, Nate Timmons and Jeff Morton talk about Wilson Chandler the person, and who they got to cover these last 8 years. Fascinating person. Wilson has been a frequent guest on CSG, starting in 2013. Enjoy the Show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 5, 201819 min

Ep 273CSG #291: Nuggets re-sign Jokic, Barton and look for meeting with Lebron

The first day of NBA Free Agency is behind us and the Denver Nuggets made a bit of news by re-signing Will Barton and Nikola Jokic. Late on Saturday night Chris Mannix said the Nuggets are aggressively pursuing a meeting with Lebron James!? Oh my! All is discussed within. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 1, 201825 min

Ep 272CSG #290: The Nuggets in 2018 Free Agency

Jeff takes you on a journey through 2018 NBA Free Agency. What will Lebron James do? The Nuggets are in cap hell so how can they make the team better? Will trades happen. Got it all here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 30, 201817 min

Ep 271CSG #289: Is Michael Porter Jr. a risk?

In this solo CSG Podcast, Jeff Morton talks about draft night and the Nuggets selection of High Risk/High Reward Michael Porter Jr. Is his back healthy enough to play? Does it matter? Also, Jeff spoke exclusively with Nuggets President Tim Connelly after the press conference to introduce the drafted players. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 24, 201819 min

Ep 270CSG #288: The Denver Nuggets and the 1996 draft

As we approach the 2018 NBA Draft, Jeff goes into the worst Draft in Nuggets history the 1996 NBA Draft. While there are those who say that the 1998 draft was worse, the Nuggets franchise directions was fundamentally altered by the 1996 Draft and Jeff goes into reasons why. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 19, 201820 min

Ep 269CSG #287: That time KD called Jeff a "salty idiot"

We all have things that we look back on and aren't proud of. Jeff looks back on a particular column he wrote in 2011 that he regrets a whole bunch. Jeff also talks about blogging in 2011 and blogging in 2018 and how far we have come. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 9, 201824 min

Ep 268CSG #286: Denver Nuggets do or die featuring McBride, Vogt and Johnson

The Denver Nuggets face what amounts to a play-in game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on the final game of the NBA regular season. If the Nuggets win, they are in the playoffs. If they lose, they are out. Simple as that. Today Jeff Morton asks T.J. McBride, Brendan Vogt and Dev Johnson from Mile High Sports Nuggets to weigh in on the last game. Denver Nuggets Do or Die. Today's podcast is sponsored by King Law Firm www.kinglawfirmco.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 11, 201818 min

Ep 267CSG #285: Nuggets elite offense needs a different defense

In this solo CSG Podcast, Jeff Morton talks about Nuggets head coach Michael Malone and Nikola Jokic. Jeff has a theory that the Nuggets struggles since Millsaps return have more to do with Malone's approach on Defense than anything else. This weeks episode is sponsored by King Law Firm www.kinglawfirmco.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 9, 201821 min

Ep 266CSG #284: Paul Millsap on the comeback

Jeff and Nate break down the state of the Nuggets with Paul Millsap's looming return. Who starts? Who sits? What will the West look like when the season shakes out? All that and more, enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 27, 20181h 11m

Ep 265CSG #283: Nuggets beat Spurs and Wilson Chandler talks new role

The Denver Nuggets beat the San Antonio Spurs for the second time in three games Friday night. They overcame Nikola Jokic fouling out and ... questionable officiating to notch their 33rd win. Jeff talks about that, and has an exclusive interview with one of the stars of the night: Wilson Chandler Check out this episode's sponsor, King Law Firm: http://kinglawfirmco.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 24, 201816 min