Pickaxe and Roll

Ryan Blackburn introduces his new national podcast "The Alley-Oop with Ryan Blackburn" to the audience and explains what the show will be. None of the Nuggets coverage on Pickaxe and Roll will change, but you should definitely sucscribe to the new show too!Then, Ryan breaks down the three-man game of Jamal Murray, Nikola Jokić, and Aaron Gordon and how it's already strong. He discusses the Julian Strawther bench dynamic and how his emergence can make life easier for those around him. Finally, he shares what he's still looking to see from the Nuggets in the final two preseason games. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn recaps the Denver Nuggets double overtime loss to the Chicago Bulls by discussing the starters, the bench, and various Nuggets lineups throughout the evening. The starters looked good, namely Nikola Jokić who had 17 points on 10 shots and looked like he hadn't missed a beat. Julian Strawther continues to excel with the Nuggets bench as a floor spacer. Ryan goes through all of the details before discussing ESPN's ranking of Jokić as the second best player in the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Vinny Benedetto of the Denver Gazette joins Ryan Blackburn to discuss the first Denver Nuggets preseason game. They share thoughts about the starters before taking stock in Denver's bench options to begin the 2023-24 NBA season. From Christian Braun and Peyton Watson to Zeke Nnaji and Julian Strawther, there's much to discuss about the Nuggets bench this year. Finally, they share thoughts on the newest ESPN NBA player ranking list and where Jamal Murray, Michael Porter Jr., and Aaron Gordon reside. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn breaks down what happened in the Denver Nuggets preseason opener, a 115-107 win over the Phoenix Suns. Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray were back on the court. Julian Strawther impressed with 20 points off the bench. Zeke Nnaji had 17 points and played some good defense. Ryan breaks it all down in the first game recap episode of the 2023-24 NBA season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn shares his thoughts on the Denver Nuggets ahead of their first preseason game of 2023-24 against the Phoenix Suns. The Suns have put together of a new Big 3 in Bradley Beal, Devin Booker, and Kevin Durant. They will be out for revenge against the Nuggets at some point this season. Ryan goes over some matchups, health questions for Michael Porter Jr., Jamal Murray, and Christian Braun, and discusses what the Nuggets are hoping to accomplish on Tuesday night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn breaks down the best starting lineups around the NBA, focusing on contenders and what they bring to the table. The Denver Nuggets won the championship last season with an emphasis on their starting five. Do Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray carry the day? Do the Boston Celtics have the best lineup with new additions Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis? What about the Milwaukee Bucks with Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo? Ryan breaks down several lineups and shares his takes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn opens up the Pickaxe and Roll podcast mailbag and answers questions from listeners about the Denver Nuggets. Is Peyton Watson going to benefit the most from Nikola Jokic this season? Which of the rookies is most likely to see playing time this season? Who will Michael Malone trust on the bench unit? Why are the Los Angeles Lakers crying so much on social media? A true mystery! Ryan answers several questions before breaking down his thoughts on Day 2 of Nuggets Training Camp from afar. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn shares his thoughts on Denver Nuggets training camp from afar through the lens of the three rookies suiting up in the NBA for the first time. Jalen Pickett, Julian Strawther, and Hunter Tyson were all selected by the Nuggets to play a role sooner rather than later. Can head coach Michael Malone trust those players to make the right plays? Which rookie is ready to go right now? Which rookie is the best fit? Could one of Pickett, Strawther, or Tyson play in the playoffs like Christian Braun? Ryan shares his thoughts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn shares his takeaways from Denver Nuggets Media Day. As the Nuggets prepare to defend their 2023 NBA championship title, they will face challenges recreating the magic of the previous season. From a new bench, to the loss of Bruce Brown, to other contenders making key upgrades, Ryan shares what the Nuggets said on Monday and what it means for the 2023-24 NBA season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn wraps up his series looking back at the Denver Nuggets 2022-23 NBA season by revisiting the NBA Finals against Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo, and the Miami Heat. How did Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray respond to the pressures of their first Finals? Really, really strongly. Ryan goes over the details of each game, fun moments, and how the Nuggets were able to win their first NBA title. Then, Ryan wraps up with a closer look at Nuggets Media Day and some burning questions he has for the Nuggets prior to the 2023-24 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn goes over the details of the 2022-23 NBA Western Conference Finals between the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers. He goes back over individual plays, moments, and schemes deployed in what was possibly the most important playoff series in Nuggets franchise history. From Nikola Jokić's greatness to Jamal Murray's leap to superstardom, the Nuggets found a way to sweep LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Lakers. Than, Ryan shares his final thoughts on Damian Lillard and being a small market superstar in today's NBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn breaks down and assesses the Damian Lillard trade to the Milwaukee Bucks that also sent Jrue Holiday and Deandre Ayton to the Portland Trail Blazers as well as Jusuf Nurkic to the Phoenix Suns. Are the Bucks the new NBA title favorites? Did the Blazers get enough for Lillard? Did the Suns get any better? What the heck happened to the Miami Heat? Ryan reacts, then continues his series of watching the 2022-23 Nuggets playoff run. Today, he helped Nuggets fans re-live the series matchup against the Suns that Denver won in six games. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn continues his trip down memory lane with a closer look at the 2022-23 Denver Nuggets first round playoff series against Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Nuggets won the series 4-1, and there were several important moments for Nuggets fans to remember. Go back with Ryan to revisit 40 points from Jamal Murray in Game 2, a near historic Game 4 comeback, and the closeout performance from Nikola Jokić in Game 5. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Ryan Blackburn highlights the best games, fun moments, and most important parts of the Denver Nuggets 2022-23 regular season. Going chronologically, Ryan goes all the way back to a preseason dunk, a halfcourt heave from Vlatko Čančar, a Jamal Murray game winner against the Portland Trail Blazers, a historic outing from Nikola Jokić, and much, much more. What regular season moment along the road to the first championship in Nuggets franchise history was your favorite? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn and SwipaCam discussed Part 2 of Ryan’s two-part list of the Top 100 Players in the NBA in 2023. In the second part, they discuss players ranked from 50 to 1, and you don’t want to miss Swipa’s reactions to Ryan’s Top 30. From Nikola Jokić and Stephen Curry, to Devin Booker and Kawhi Leonard, to Pascal Siakam and Domantas Sabonis, Swipa gives his honest and impassioned takes on Ryan’s Top 50 players in the NBA today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NBA is loaded with talent. Ryan Blackburn and SwipaCam discussed Part 1 of Ryan’s two-part list of the Top 100 Players in the NBA. They discuss players ranked from 100 to 51, as well as players ranked outside of the top 100 that should have been in the list. Does Alperun Sengun deserve to be left off? Is Gabe Vincent ranked too high? Why is Ryan overrating Jalen Green? What about Deandre Ayton and Michael Porter Jr.? They discuss those names and more on Pickaxe and Roll. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Denver Nuggets rookie Jalen Pickett sat down with Ryan Blackburn to discuss his journey to the NBA. From growing up in Rochester, New York, to transferring from Siena to Penn State after three years of college, to his NBA Draft night experience, Pickett opens up about life and basketball. What does "Whoop" mean? Is Booty Ball here to stay? Why are mock drafts so funny? Ryan and Jalen discuss many topics in this sitdown interview. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn shares his thoughts on second-year wing/forward Peyton Watson in Part 6 of the 20 Questions preview series for the Denver Nuggets in the 2023-24 NBA season. Will Watson find a consistent role in the Nuggets rotation this season? Then, Ryan breaks down the new resting policy for the NBA and what it means for the Nuggets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn discusses underrated veteran wing Justin Holiday and what he can add to the Denver Nuggets roster in Part 5 of the 20 Questions preview series. Then, Ryan discusses the FIBA World Cup results and what they mean for the USA, Serbia, Canada, and others. Finally, he goes over an epic football weekend in Colorado sports, reacting to the Colorado Buffaloes success and Denver Broncos almost success. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn teases a special announcement before ranking the top 10 centers in the NBA today. Nikola Jokić and Joel Embiid continue to vie for the top spot, but who else ranks among the best at the position? Can older veterans like Rudy Gobert and Brook Lopez hold off younger centers like Bam Adebayo, Deandre Ayton, and Alperun Sengun? Ryan shares his rankings and explanations before discussing Nuggets backup center Zeke Nnaji in greater detail. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn ranks the Top 10 Power Forwards in the NBA, focusing on the depth at the position and the star power at the top. From Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant to Zion Williamson and Draymond Green, this is one of the strongest eras at power forward in a long time. Where does the Denver Nuggets' own Aaron Gordon rank among his peers at the power forward. Ryan discusses, then answers some questions from the Pickaxe and Roll Mailbag. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn continues his 20 Questions Series with Part 4, focusing on Denver Nuggets backup point guard Reggie Jackson. Did Jackson get a fair opportunity to claim the backup gig last year? Is there reason to believe he will be better suited for the task this season instead? Ryan goes over the numbers, the comparisons, and the expectations for Jackson heading into the 2023-24 NBA season. Then, Ryan checks in on the FIBA World Cup and how Team USA, Canada, Serbia, and others are faring. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the last four years of NBA hoops and discusses who the best NBA players have been in the 2020's so far. From Nikola Jokić, to Giannis Antetokounmpo, to Stephen Curry, to Luka Dončić, which players have been the best and will continue to be the best going forward? Ryan breaks it down in several categories, discusses different players, and projects the defining players of this generation. Then, Ryan goes over the biggest threats to the Denver Nuggets to repeat as title winners in the 2023-24 NBA season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Ryan Blackburn asked Denver Nuggets fans what they want to see happen in the 2023-24 NBA season that DIDN'T happen for the Nuggets in the 2022-23 season. Nuggets fans shared their takes on Jamal Murray becoming an All-Star, Michael Porter Jr. dominating, and the bench guys stepping up. Then, Ryan ranks the Top 10 Small Forwards in the NBA, defined by players that also guard other small forwards (So, no LeBron James or Kevin Durant). Where does MPJ rank among Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum, Jimmy Butler, and other players at his position? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn breaks down the release of the 2023-24 NBA regular season schedule while focusing on the Denver Nuggets. Did the NBA give the Nuggets a good schedule? Is it easy or difficult? Ryan breaks down the national television schedule, the back-to-backs, the home-road splits during each month, and the NBA's newest feature: In-Season Tournament. Then, Ryan ranks the top 10 most important Nuggets games based on his hyper advanced "Excitement Rating" system. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Part 2 of their podcast, Ryan Blackburn and Matt Moore (The Action Network) perform an All-Star Draft of the stars around the NBA that will be traded the soonest. With rumors of James Harden and Damian Lillard constantly making waves, there are several stars around the NBA that could also leave their current teams for various reasons. From Joel Embiid to Paul George to Zion Williamson, which stars are the likeliest to be dealt in the coming years? Ryan and Matt make their predictions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn and Matt Moore (The Action Network) break down the entire NBA, sharing some takes on Matt's new NBA Top 100 Players list, from debates at the top of the list with Nikola Jokić and Giannis Antetokounmpo, to the All-Star categories featuring Jamal Murray and Tyrese Haliburton. Matt drops fiery takes about Joel Embiid and Lauri Markkanen as well. Is Matt right to be lower on Michael Porter Jr.? What about Ryan's belief in Trae Young? They discuss and debate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn discusses the latest situation between James Harden, Daryl Morey, and the Philadelphia 76ers featuring yet another trade demand. Then, he focuses on Christian Braun, the energetic Denver Nuggets wing entering his second year in the 2023-24 NBA season. What will Christian Braun be for the Nuggets in the coming years? Can he replace sixth man Bruce Brown in the championship rotation immediately? Can Braun even become a starter in the coming years for the Nuggets? Ryan discusses Braun, various player comparisons like Trevor Ariza and Matisse Thybulle, and what Braun must do to succeed with the Nuggets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the news that the Denver Nuggets will open the entire NBA regular season against the Los Angeles Lakers on October 24th. Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray, and the Nuggets will receive their championship rings while LeBron James and Anthony Davis look on. Are the Nuggets and Lakers considered a rivalry in today's NBA? Ryan discusses the opener, as well as the Nuggets' impending Christmas day matchup against the Golden State Warriors. From there, Ryan ranks both current and historic Nuggets rivalries from his perspective. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn continues his 20 Questions series on Pickaxe and Roll. In Part 2 of the 20-part series, Ryan discusses Aaron Gordon and his role with the Denver Nuggets. Why were Gordon and the Nuggets such a great fit together? What allowed Gordon to become the best version of himself in the playoffs? Ryan talks about Gordon, offers five comparisons for his game, and discusses his contract situation. From there, he answers what it would take for Gordon to make an All-Defensive team next season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the news of Denver Nuggets forward Vlatko Čančar suffering a torn ACL while playing for Slovenia in preparation for the FIBA World Cup later this month. Ryan then ranks the top 10 shooting guards in the NBA, ranging from Devin Booker and Donovan Mitchell to James Harden and Jaylen Brown. Which stars deserve to be at the top? Which surprising names were left off the list? Ryan discusses the shooting guards in-depth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn breaks down his list of the top 10 point guards in the NBA heading into the 2023-24 season based entirely on how positively they impact their respective teams in the regular season and the playoffs. Can anyone challenge Stephen Curry at the top of the list? Where does Jamal Murray rank next to other up-and-coming point guards like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Ja Morant, and Tyrese Haliburton? Where do older stalwarts like Damian Lillard, Chris Paul, and Kyrie Irving rank? Ryan discusses, then reacts to the news of a new ESPN trio covering NBA games that includes Doris Burke. Finally, Ryan shares Nikola Jokić's best under-discussed skill. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn and Bri Maestas, co-host of the Let's Talk Broncos podcast, break down what Denver Nuggets fans need to know about the Denver Broncos this year. The Broncos just had their first day of training camp this year, and head coach Sean Payton is already making waves about why this year will be better than the last. Bri shares impassioned Russell Wilson takes, the biggest storylines of Broncos training camp, and helps Ryan compare and contrast Sean Payton with Nuggets head coach Michael Malone. They also discuss this year's Nuggets championship and how it compares to the first Broncos title in 1998. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn discusses Michael Porter Jr. and how he performed returning from a back injury during the 2022-23 NBA season. The Denver Nuggets won a championship, and MPJ was more important to their title chase than many realize. Ryan breaks down the numbers, the questions and concerns, and the hopes for Porter going forward. He offers career comparisons for Porter like Peja Stojaković and Danilo Gallinari. Finally, Ryan breaks down the health, contract, and role Porter will likely have during the 2023-24 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn discusses the decision by Nikola Jokić to not play in the FIBA World Cup for Serbia this summer. Then, he opens up the mailbag to answer various questions from Nuggets fans. How hungry are the Nuggets to repeat as championship winners? Could another player lead the Nuggets in scoring after Jokić has led for so long? Which bench players are most likely to play? Ryan answers a variety of questions and will answer more mailbag questions in future episodes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn shares his ranking of the Top 10 duos in the NBA, focusing on playoff success and collaboration between the pair. Are Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray at the top of the list ahead of LeBron James and Anthony Davis or Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown? Ryan discusses. He then shares his thoughts about the center position in the NBA being a parallel to the running back position in the NFL. Finally, he shares thoughts on the FIBA World Cup and the participation of Jokić/Murray. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn recaps the five Denver Nuggets games of Las Vegas Summer League and shares his takeaways, especially focused on the rookie class (Hunter Tyson, Julian Strawther, Jalen Pickett) and Peyton Watson. Then, he discusses the additions of Braxton Key and Jay Huff as two-way contracts and what they could bring to the table next year. Finally, Ryan laughs a little at situations around the league involving Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers, LeBron James and Los Angeles Lakers, and Damian Lillard caught between the Portland Trail Blazers and Miami Heat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn and Jeff Morton, the King of Thornton himself, briefly react to the Hunter Tyson's masterclass of a shooting performance against the Miami Heat in Denver's Friday night summer league game. Ryan and Jeff discuss the moves the Nuggets made this off-season and whether Denver made the right choices. Then, they perform their annual off-season streaming discussion about TV shows they're watching right now and have enjoyed this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn reacts to Game 3 of Denver Nuggets summer league with Jalen Pickett, Julian Strawther, and Hunter Tyson all playing pretty well despite the loss to the Utah Jazz. Then, he re-ranks the Western Conference in NBA title tiers, focusing on which teams have the best chance to represent the West in the NBA Finals. Are the Nuggets alone at the top, or will the Los Angeles Lakers or Phoenix Suns join them? Finally, Ryan reacts to Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray each winning ESPYS awards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn reacts to Sunday night's Summer League matchup between the Denver Nuggets and Atlanta Hawks, sharing some positive and negative takeaways. Then, Ryan does "Stock Watch" and Denver's Summer League roster, from Hunter Tyson's impressive start to Ismael Kamagate's disappointing one. How do Julian Strawther, Jalen Pickett, and others grade out? Ryan discusses, then he turns to the important details around the NBA like trade requests and 2K Ratings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn breaks down the first game of Denver Nuggets Summer League, a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Peyton Watson and Hunter Tyson were the clear standouts for Denver while Jalen Pickett and Julian Strawther had some positive moments. Collin Gillespie and Ismael Kamagate struggled in their SL returns. Ryan breaks down what happened and shares his overreactions before discussing French big man Victor Wembanyama's debut for the San Antonio Spurs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn breaks down the news that Jalen Pickett and Hunter Tyson have both signed full-time deals with the Denver Nuggets to complete the roster. He shares insights from Nuggets Summer League practice before previewing what Nuggets fans can expect from Denver in Las Vegas. Finally, Ryan goes over what to expect from the Nuggets in the deep off-season as well as what to expect from Pickaxe and Roll during the same period. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn and SwipaCam share their immediate reactions to veteran wing Justin Holiday signing with the Denver Nuggets. What does Holiday bring to the roster at this stage of his career? Then, they share their perspectives on Denver's off-season (recorded prior to the Holiday signing) and whether Reggie Jackson was the right addition to the team. They go around the league and discuss winners and losers of free agency then re-rank contenders in the Western Conference. Are the Nuggets still the top dog in the West? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets moves during the first day of free agency as Bruce Brown accepts a new contract to play with the Indiana Pacers. Ryan discusses why Denver's not to blame for that before pivoting to Denver's first moves: signing Reggie Jackson and DeAndre Jordan. Ryan expresses some pessimism on Denver's direction in free agency before looking around the league at the rest of the moves made. Did any team catch the Denver Nuggets in the title race? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn discusses the 2023 NBA Free Agent Class, spending some time on the big names up top with James Harden, Kyrie Irving, and definitely-not-asking-out Damian Lillard. Then, Ryan makes predictions on Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez, Fred VanVleet, Jerami Grant, and more before turning to the Bruce Brown bidding war. Finally, Ryan makes his Denver Nuggets predictions on which players Denver goes after and if Brown will stay in Denver or not. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn and Jake Coyne (@BroncoSquatch on Twitter) get into the nitty-gritty of the new CBA and how it affect the Denver Nuggets. They discuss Denver's off-season needs, Bruce Brown options, and whether the Nuggets will retain any of their other free agents. Then, they go over options to replace Bruce Brown and bolster the rest of the roster with the Tax-Payer MLE, the Monte Morris traded player exception, and other ways to add new talent. Delon Wright? Jae'Sean Tate? Cole Anthony? Ayo Dosunmu? Who could the Nuggets get? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn and Swipa react to the Denver Nuggets 2023 NBA Draft with Julian Strawther, Jalen Pickett, and Hunter Tyson. They then go over some names that could replace Bruce Brown on the free agency or trade market. Then, Ryan and Swipa rank their top 10 players in the NBA based on both the regular season and the playoffs. Nikola Jokić was clearly at the top, but who else rounds out the top 5? What about Kevin Durant vs Joel Embiid? Devin Booker or Jayson Tatum? LeBron James vs Jimmy Butler? Ryan and Swipa share their takes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the 2023 NBA Draft and the three selections the Denver Nuggets made: Julian Strawther of Gonzaga, Jalen Pickett of Penn State, and Hunter Tyson of Clemson. Ryan discusses each pick and where they fit into Denver's roster, the free agents the Nuggets still need to sign, and what happened in the rest of the draft around the NBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Denvengers assemble once again with Ryan Blackburn, SwipaCam, Adam Mares, and Matt Moore joining together to celebrate a Denver Nuggets championship. They touch briefly on moves made this week involving the 2023 NBA Draft and Bruce Brown before celebrating what was an incredible Nuggets season. They share their favorite memories and moments, what this year means for Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray, and credit Michael Malone for an epic playoff run. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Blackburn and @CTFazio24 on Twitter break down the 2023 NBA Draft from a Denver Nuggets perspective. Who are the players at the top like Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson? Can Denver trade up for any players in the first round? Who should the Nuggets consider with the two second round picks that they own at 37th and 40th overall? Ryan and CT cover Dariq Whitehead, Cidy Sissoko, Leonard Miller, Jaime Jaquez, Andre Jackson, Juilian Strawther, Brandin Podziemski, and othe draft prospects the Nuggets could have their eyes on this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.