Pickaxe and Roll
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Are the Denver Nuggets Average, Good, or Great?
Are the Denver Nuggets Average, Good, or Great?
About this podcast
Ryan Blackburn from MileHighSports.com brings you the latest news and analysis for the Denver Nuggets on every episode, including some of the best guests from around the NBA.
Episodes
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- Are the Denver Nuggets Average, Good, or Great? · 50 min · Episode 1065Ryan Blackburn and Danny Bailey break down the Denver Nuggets loss to the Houston Rockets on Monday night and discuss whether the Nuggets are an average, good, or great team this…
- Early Season Reactions · 51 min · Episode 1064Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets win in Mexico City, shares thoughts on the Nuggets defense, their early season strengths and weaknesses, and previews tonight's…
- Jokic's response + Road Trip preview · 47 min · Episode 1063Ryan Blackburn discusses Nikola Jokic delivering a great performance for the Denver Nuggets in their blowout win last Wednesday. He shares an early breakdown of Denver's minutes…
- Just how concerning is Nikola Jokic's first 6 games? · 48 min · Episode 1046Ryan Blackburn goes to Number Thirty-Eight with Danny Bailey and discusses Nikola Jokic. Ryan and Danny discuss the six-game start, as well as Denver's place in the updated…
- Denver Nuggets finding MOMENTUM on the road after slow start? · 46 min · Episode 1061Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets finding a nice bit of momentum after two road wins last week, including Christian Braun's shooting threes on volume and the Nuggets…
- NBA Cup Preview | Denver's Quarter-by-Quarter breakdown · 47 min · Episode 1060Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets win on Wednesday. He discusses what Denver's rotation looks like at ideal health before previewing the NBA Cup with Denver's matchup…
- An Insane Stat to start the season | Urgency vs Patience · 46 min · Episode 1059Ryan Blackburn goes to Number Thirty-Eight with Danny Bailey to talk about the Denver Nuggets inauspicious 1-2 start. Ryan shares a shocking stat, and the two discuss Denver's…
- Comeback wins, Player/Fan relationships, and Pressure · 50 min · Episode 1058Ryan Blackburn discusses Saturday night's overtime win over the New Orleans Pelicans, the boos from Ball Arena, and Trevon Brazile. He also discusses the relationship between…
- Jokic, Murray struggle, Denver Nuggets drop season opener · 42 min · Episode 1057Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 96-84 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, discussing Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray struggling, a Cam Johnson injury, some positives…
- High stakes, opening night, and bold predictions · 59 min · Episode 1056Ryan Blackburn goes to Number Thirty-Eight with Danny Bailey and offers a final preview of the Denver Nuggets season.
- Win Predictions and Minute Projections · 50 min · Episode 1055Ryan breaks down Spencer Jones' return before making full season predictions for win-loss records in the NBA. He also projects minutes for the Denver Nuggets rotation.
- Nuggets wrap up Preseason with IMPRESSIVE showing vs Lakers · 47 min · Episode 1054Ryan Blackburn reacts to Friday night's Denver Nuggets win over the Los Angeles Lakers in the preseason finale. He discusses the game, Denver's readiness for the regular season…
- Taking Pulse on Denver Nuggets Preseason | Julian Strawther suffers knee injury · 51 min · Episode 1053Ryan Blackburn discusses the Nuggets loss to LA Clippers, the starters' play, Trevon Brazile and Cam Whitmore, the Julian Strawther injury, and the GM Survey.
- The Nuggets can win the Title IF... | Back at Number 38! · 58 min · Episode 1052Ryan Blackburn goes to the Number Thirty-Eight Studio with Danny Bailey to discuss the Denver Nuggets title hopes.
- AG on a Mission this season · 53 min · Episode 1051Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets victory over the Chicago Bulls and how the Nuggets starting frontcourt appears ready to go for the regular season. Ryan discusses…
- Rotation Ideas, the first 20 games, and Bold Predictions · 51 min · Episode 1050Ryan Blackburn discusses the differences between a 9-man, 10-man, and 11-man rotation in Denver, the first 20 games of the season, and makes some bold predictions about Denver's…
- Positivity for Nuggets Bench? Was Ryan Wrong? · 38 min · Episode 1049Ryan discusses Aaron Gordon looking ready for the season, Julian Strawther showing more than many expected, and asks the simple question: Did Ryan underrate the Nuggets?
- Nuggets begin preseason with a loss in Boulder · 44 min · Episode 1048Ryan Blackburn discusses the first game of the (pre)season for the Denver Nuggets, a loss to the Utah Jazz on the CU Boulder campus. Nikola Jokic and the starters had some fun…
- Nuggets' most DISRESPECTED player is ready for a Bounce Back · 45 min · Episode 1047Ryan Blackburn goes over what's happened at the last couple days of Denver Nuggets Training Camp. Then, Ryan discusses Christian Braun, who is attempting to bounce back from a…
- What David Adelman, Denver Nuggets are saying at Training Camp + Ryan Nembhard signs · 43 min · Episode 1046Ryan Blackburn discusses some of the important notes and quotes from the first two days of Denver Nuggets training camp. He also discusses the addition of Ryan Nembhard in free…
- Media Day Reaction and Takeaways · 49 minRyan Blackburn reacts to Denver Nuggets Media Day and all of the interviews with Nuggets players, coaches, and front office executives, including Nikola Jokic declaring his…
- Nikola Jokic still Best Player in NBA in 2026-27 · 50 min · Episode 1044Ryan Blackburn breaks down the ESPN NBA player rankings heading into the 2026-27 season, including another placement for Nikola Jokic as best player in the world. Then, he goes…
- David Adelman facing pressure heading into 2026-27 · 44 min · Episode 1043Ryan Blackburn discusses Denver Nuggets head coach David Adelman and how important Year 2 will be for his future.
- DeMar DeRozan valued highly by Nuggets veterans · 48 min · Episode 1042Ryan Blackburn returns after a significant absence to discuss what's new for the Denver Nuggets. He shares thoughts on Cam Whitmore rumors, a meaningful DeMar DeRozan article…
- The Biggest What-If's of the Nikola Jokic era · 54 min · Episode 1041Ryan Blackburn discusses the most important butterfly effect moments for the Denver Nuggets of the last 12 years. Then, Ryan reacts to an inflammatory article about Denver's…
- Jeff Morton on the Nuggets plan, NBA Ownership concerns, and Video Games · 1 h 6 min · Episode 1040Ryan Blackburn is joined by Jeff Morton of the CSG Podcast to chat about the Denver Nuggets, NBA ownership, and more.
- The best fit for DeMar DeRozan in Nuggets Rotation · 49 min · Episode 1039Ryan Blackburn discusses the new rotation featuring DeMar DeRozan and how the Denver Nuggets will use the scoring veteran to bolster their second unit.
- Emergency Pod: DeMar DeRozan signs minimum contract · 20 min · Episode 1308Ryan Blackburn hops on for an emergency episode to react to the addition of DeMar DeRozan as a SIXTH MAN to replace Peyton Watson.
- The Peyton Watson Trade is really, really bad · 47 min · Episode 1037Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets sign-and-trade of Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers for two draft picks. Blackburn discusses the trade, the fallout, a rant on…
- Cavs clearing space for Watson + "No Evidence" vs Kawhi, Clippers · 48 min · Episode 1036Ryan Blackburn discusses the Peyton Watson and Cleveland Cavaliers rumors, Denver's bench depth being a concern, and the Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention story getting a…
- The Denver Nuggets get a GIFT of a schedule · 45 min · Episode 1035Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 2026-27 schedule release. He breaks down the important games, the easiest and most difficult stretches, and circles the Top 10 games…
- What the Nuggets MUST learn from the Knicks championship run · 47 min · Episode 1034Ryan Blackburn discusses how the Nuggets compare to the Knicks, Lonnie Walker and DeMar DeRozan as bench options, Nikola Jokic being recruited by a Greek owner, and The Odyssey.
- Why Lonnie Walker IV signing makes very little sense · 48 min · Episode 1033Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets signing Lonnie Walker IV out of nowhere in free agency and why the decision doesn't quite add up. He also discusses a Peyton Watson…
- Jokic and Murray will put up EXCELLENT numbers in 2026-27 · 48 min · Episode 1032Ryan Blackburn shares statistical projections for Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Aaron Gordon in the 2026-27 season, discussing what expectations should be. He also breaks down…
- Jokic, Murray, and Gordon are under the spotlight · 49 min · Episode 1031Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets issues centering around their Core 3 of Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Aaron Gordon instead of their wing rotation.
- Spencer Jones returns to the Nuggets after OKC Scare · 48 min · Episode 1030Ryan discusses Denver's RFA decision, Spencer Jones' return, and what it means for Peyton Watson, Cam Johnson, and the rest of Denver's offseason.
- Will Nuggets Trade for a Backup Point Guard? · 44 min · Episode 1029Ryan Blackburn discusses the LeBron James free agency FREEZE. Then, he goes over the Denver Nuggets point guard position and if the team will make a trade to add to Jamal Murray.
- Nuggets Summer League Grades + Life Update · 46 min · Episode 1028Ryan Blackburn discusses the Summer League performances, builds out a rotation chart featuring the Nuggets current group, then discusses life trying to be healthier.
- Can Denver Nuggets BENEFIT from Peyton Watson Sign-and-Trade? · 47 min · Episode 1027Ryan Blackburn discusses a new report about Peyton Watson generating interest from the Milwaukee Bucks. Can the Nuggets benefit if Watson ultimately leaves via sign-and-trade?…
- Trevon Brazile GOES OFF in Summer League! · 49 min · Episode 1026Ryan discusses the Trevon Brazile breakout game in Summer League, why a sign-and-trade for Peyton Watson is tough, and what the rest of the Western Conference looks like now.
- Denver Nuggets are remaking with bench · 44 min · Episode 1025Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets newest addition, wing defender Alpha Diallo. Ryan discusses the roster, Summer League takeaways for Bryce Hopkins and Trevon Brazile…
- The Luxury Tax is Hollowing out of the Nuggets · 47 min · Episode 1024Ryan Blackburn breaks down the issues the Denver Nuggets are facing with the luxury tax and the second apron, losing bench players along the way.
- Updated Nuggets Rotation + Contract Year Jokic · 50 min · Episode 1023Ryan Blackburn breaks down the latest in Free Agency, why the Denver Nuggets are in flux until LeBron James and Peyton Watson clear things up, and why Nikola Jokic's contract…
- Is Peyton Watson getting traded? · 50 min · Episode 1022On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets updated Free Agency checklist and why Peyton Watson might be on the move. Could the…
- Free Agency Update: Marvin Bagley signs, Peyton Watson, and...LeBron James? · 51 min · Episode 1021Ryan Blackburn goes over what's happened with the Denver Nuggets so far, signing Marvin Bagley III last night and making overtures to LeBron James.
- LIVE Free Agency Reaction (it was slow but I had fun) · 1 h 35 min · Episode 1020Ryan Blackburn goes LIVE to react to the start of 2026 NBA Free Agency to break down what’s happening with the Nuggets in the free agency and trade department.
- Big Jokic Extension rumors + Questions before Free Agency · 55 min · Episode 1019Ryan Blackburn goes over the weekend rumors sparked by a report that Nikola Jokic will consider delaying an extension with the Denver Nuggets. Then, Ryan discusses the…
- Nuggets add Trevon Brazile, Bryce Hopkins in NBA Draft · 49 min · Episode 1018Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets trading out of the first round and selecting power forward Trevon Brazile and wing Bryce Hopkins in the second round. The Nuggets…
- LIVE Nuggets First Round Trade Reaction with CTFazio and Jeff Morton · 1 h 7 min · Episode 1017Ryan Blackburn reacts live to the 1st round of the NBA Draft, joined by CTFazio to analyze the draft and Jeff Morton of the CSG Podcast to discuss what the night's events mean…
- DRAFT WEEK! Final Draft Preview + Mock Trades · 53 min · Episode 1016Ryan Blackburn shares his final NBA Draft Big Board for the Denver Nuggets, then goes over some fake trades involving the Nuggets roster if the Nuggets truly desire change.
