Keeping it 1000

In this episode, George Karl shares his perspective on the Denver Nuggets 5-game series loss to the Golden State Warriors by playing a game of "True or False." Plus, how he would approach this offseason and which players he would try to trade away, which players he would listen to offers, and which players he would hang up the phone if someone called to make an offer. Plus, what does "North Carolina" basketball mean? What about Kentucky? Kansas? And more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl reflects on learning that he will enter the basketball hall of fame. Then, he shares his thoughts on the upcoming Nuggets-Warriors playoff series and gives his prediction for the outcome. Plus, what really happened with Andre Iguodala back in 2013? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Denver Nuggets have 6 games left before they head into the playoffs if they can avoid the play in tournament down the stretch? How high can they climb in the seedings and what are they looking like as the regular season comes to an end? Can this team build some momentum heading into the playoffs? Adam Mares is joined by legendary Nuggets Coach George Karl to break down everything you need to know in Nuggets Nation! Start - 0:00 Carolina in the tournament - 2:00 Biggest games for GK - 6:00 The HOF - 7:30 Malone's extension - 9:30 Heading into the playoffs - 15:00 The Suns - 21:00 Winning on the road - 26:00 Fans at home - 30:00 Jamal & MPJ - 34:00 Nuggets down the stretch - 42:00 This Laker's team - 47:00 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares look at the upcoming challenges the Denver Nuggets will face as they try to reintegrate Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. into the rotation. Plus, updated perspective on Bones Hyland, DeMarcus Cousins, and the playoff race out west. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Karl analyzes Boogie's impact on the Denver Nuggets bench and explains why veteran players are the key to making a bench lineup work. Plus, thoughts on Bones Hyland, Bryn Forbes, Monte Morris, and Nikola Jokic. And George's perspective on being nominated for the basketball Hall of Fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares discuss the Denver Nuggets' decision to stand pat at the NBA trade deadline. Plus, notes on Kristaps Porzingis going to Washington, the James Harden-Ben Simmons swap, and the Sacramento Kings trading "potential" for proven players. Also, George opens up about being left off of the NBA's top 15 coaches of all time list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Mares and George Karl are joined by legendary Denver sports radio host Sandy Clough to discuss Nikola Jokic's 49-point game, his evolving place in Denver Sports history, and just how good he is showing us that he can be. We also talk about the prospect of adding DeMarcus Cousins and the risks/rewards he brings to the table. Lastly, we discuss the way the NBA and professional sports have changed over the last 40 years and how access to players and teams has changed in ways that may be diminishing the product and the relationship between pro sports teams and their fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The KEEPING IT 1000, LEGENDS SERIES takes a historical look at the Denver Nuggets through the eyes of the star players who played for the team. In this episode, Fat Lever joins coach George Karl and Adam Mares to discuss the legendary 1985 playoff run and the team that defined the 80s in Denver. Topics include: Doug Moe's approach Playing against the Showtime Lakers The parade for the team in the 85 playoffs Triple doubles Calvin Natt, Wayne Cooper, and Michael Adams Nikola Jokic, Will Barton, and Monte Morris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Karl and Adam Mares discuss the recent trends with the Denver Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Mares and George Karl discuss the first 20 games of the season for the Denver Nuggets and try to narrow down what exactly is going wrong for them this season. Topics include: The relationship between defining roles and consistency The value of road wins Is the team (and Michael Malone) using too many excuses? Was Nikola Jokic justified in retaliating against Markieff Morris the way that he did? What type of trade should the Denver Nuggets be considering? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Steve Hess joins George Karl and Adam Mares to look back on 21 years as the strength and conditioning coach for the Denver Nuggets. Topics include: Antonio McDyess, Mike D'Antoni, and an era that never took off The arrival of Carmelo Anthony in Denver How George Karl changed the direction of the Nuggets What made Allen Iverson great? Chauncey's leadership and the 2009 run to the western conference finals Lawson, Gallo, and the 57-win Nuggets The moment Steve Hess knew Nikola Jokic was going to be a player Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl shares his perspective on the 4-4 start to the Denver Nuggets' season. Topics include: Michael Porter Jr.'s slow start Should Denver shake up their starting lineup? Where should the Nuggets be looking for improvement? Which teams in the NBA are most fun to watch? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Mares and George Karl are joined by former Denver Nuggets legend, LaPhonso Ellis for a walk down memory lane. Phonz was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 1992 and played for rookie head coach and former Nuggets legend himself, Dan Issel. The '92 Nuggets featured 2nd year standouts, Dikembe Mutombo and Robert Pack as well as Chris Jackson (later Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf). Over the next two seasons, the team would add Bryant Stith, Reggie Williams, Brian Williams, and Rodney Rodgers creating one of the most promising young cores in the NBA. The 1994 playoff win over George Karl's Seattle SuperSonics remains one of the greatest upsets in American sports history. Phonz and coach Karl share their perspectives on that series and look back at what made that team and that era of Denver Nuggets basketball unique. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Mares is joined by legendary coach George Karl to discuss what a coach focuses on heading into an NBA training camp. The two also look at the ideal roles for each of the key pieces on the 2022 Denver Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares walk through the entire history of the Denver Nuggets by asking a series of "What Ifs?" What if Bobby Jones was never traded? What if David Thompson never derailed his career with drug abuse? What if LaPhonso Ellis never got injured? What if Carmelo Anthony never left Denver? What if Anthony Davis didn't hit the game winner in game 2? Plus, a whole lot more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Nuggets Legends edition of the Keeping it 1000 podcast, George Karl and Adam Mares are joined by Kenneth Faried to look back on the Manimal's first two seasons in the NBA. Topics include: Playing for George Karl The 7-game series against the Lakers in 2012 The magical 2013 season The Brian Shaw era Playing alongside Nikola Jokic and why they had chemistry on "day 1." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl joins Adam Mares live in studio to discuss the moves the Denver Nuggets made in free agency, why George thinks Kenyon Martin would make a great basketball coach, and the rule changes we'd like to see implemented in the NBA. We also discuss his recent comments about Carmelo Anthony on twitter and George's appreciation for truth even when it can be seen as adversarial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Karl and Adam Mares are back in studio at the DNVR bar to discuss their takeaways from the NBA Finals. Topics include: The fans in Milwaukee Why Giannis is coach Karl's favorite active player Jrue Holiday's impact Who is the next big impact player available? Replacing Wes Unseld How will we know if the Kroenkes are serious about winning? Is Giannis' championship worth a bit more than a championship on a superteam? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares are joined by Denver Nuggets legend, Alex English. Topics include: Nikola Jokic's MVP season The fragmented history and tradition of the Denver Nuggets Differences between the NBA in the 1980s and today The mid-range game What made Doug Moe the right coach for the Nuggets The evolution of Denver Nuggets fans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Mares and George Karl discuss their takeaways from Nikola Jokic's impressive game 6 closeout of the Portland Trail Blazers and preview the key battlegrounds in the Nuggets-Suns series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl shares his notes on the Nuggets-Blazers series, why the Norman Powell-Michael Porter matchup is at the heart of the series, and what he is looking for in games 5-7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Live from the DNVR Nuggets YouTube channel, George Karl and Adam Mares discuss the keys to the Nuggets-Blazers round-one series. Topics include: Why coach Karl has confidence in Nikola Jokic to be the best player in the series What he expects from Michael Porter Jr. How he would handle the return of Will Barton and/or PJ Dozier The impact fans will have on the series The role players that he thinks will be the x-factor in the series Plus, coach Karl puts some historical context on Jokic's MVP season and talks about what it would mean to him to enter the hall of fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares take listener mailbag questions and discuss the important topics surrounding the Denver Nuggets. Topics include: The ways that the Nuggets are better without Jamal Murray The challenge the Lakers and Clippers present to the Nuggets Why Jokic is this eras Tim Duncan Which former hall of fame big man would make the best mentor for Nikola Jokic How to handle the return of Monte Morris and Will Barton Whether or not Facu will be "exposed" in the playoffs The balanced perspective of Austin Rivers The differences between coaching in the NBA and coaching in Europe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares discuss the fallout from Jamal Murray's ACL injury, Aaron Gordon's integration into the Denver Nuggets' system, Nikola Jokic's MVP case, and the rise of Michael Porter Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode was recorded live from the DNVR Bar on the corner of Colfax and York st. in Denver, CO. Adam Mares and George Karl field questions from a live audience. Topics include: What Aaron Gordon brings to the Denver Nuggets How JaVale McGee became under rated The 3 referees that coach despised the most Whether or not the NBA has gotten soft And much more. Presented with limited commercial interruption thanks to DraftKings Sportsbook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl explains how the trade deadline can create tension inside of an NBA locker room. Topics include: The relationship between players and fans on social media How common is it for players to check their phones at halftime? What is it like for a coach when a new player arrives? What do the Nuggets need at the trade deadline? Ranking Denver's guards in terms of value Aaron Gordon, Lonzo Ball, Harrison Barnes Michael Porter Jr.'s progress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Karl and Adam Mares breakdown Nikola Jokic's MVP-caliber play, Jamal Murray's hot shooting streak, and Michael Porter Jr. learning to fit into his role on the Denver Nuggets. Coach Karl also shares some insight into what it is like to participate in NBA all-star weekend, talks about some of his favorite stories from those events, and what things Jokic can take away from being around the other great players in the league. Lastly, coach Karl looks back at his time coaching Carmelo Anthony and discusses what could've been had Melo wanted to stay in Denver and whether he'd rather build a team around Jokic or Melo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Mares & George Karl cover a wide range of Denver Nuggets topics, including: Coaching against friends and enemies Forward thinking and keeping the offense fresh RJ Hampton and Zeke Nnaji's opportunity and approach High IQ players and flow basketball Looking back at Nene as a Denver Nuggets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, coach George Karl explains to Adam Mares why the Denver Nuggets have a psychological advantage over the Utah Jazz that comes from something beyond just beating them in their most recent game or coming back from down 3-1 in their last playoff series. Plus, the two discuss Jokic's level of play so far this season, what is different about his approach, and why Quin Snyder tried out such a bold strategy against the Nuggets. Plus, thoughts on how MIchael Porter Jr. is handling being sent back to the bench and the slow, patient process of developing good habits. Lastly, we begin a new series where we look back at a former Nuggets player who played for George Karl here in Denver. This week we talk about Andre Miller, an under rated trash talker who combined toughness, intelligence, and unselfishness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Keeping it 1000 podcast with Adam Mares and George Karl, we examine the balance a coach must strike between giving a player confidence and forcing players to earn your trust. Other topics include: Should a coach consult with their star player about rotations and lineups? Is a shakeup to the starting lineup in order? What has gone wrong with the Nuggets so far? Why having so many young players (even those who aren't playing) likely stunted the team's progress Whether or not coaches play favorites Re-integrating Michael Porter Jr. into the rotation Film Study: defensive breakdown against the Utah Jazz How do NBA coaches approach end of game strategy? And a whole lot more from one of the winningest coaches in NBA history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Keeping it 1000 podcast is back and so is George Karl! This season we will be bringing you new episodes every other week with insights from former Denver Nuggets head coach George Karl. Today's topics include: What is being lost in the era of load management Home court advantage without fans Nikola Jokic's impressive first 6 games of the season Michael Porter Jr and theoretical upside vs. reality Jamal Murray playing alongside Facundo Campazzo Whether or not James Harden should be a trade target Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this season finale of the Keeping it 1000 podcast, George Karl joins Adam Mares to recap Denver's season and to talk about his big takeaways from their playoff run and observations about the team trying to go from fringe contender to NBA championship. How success breeds arrogance in the NBA The important alignment between the Owner, GM, and Coach Do the Kroenkes want to win? How agents affect free agency How important are things like training facilities, medical staffs, etc. What went wrong against the Lakers? Why the NBA Finals are unique Did Michael Malone do a good job bringing MPJ along slowly? Jrue Holiday, Bradley Beal, Serge Ibaka and other free agent targets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Mares is joined by George Karl to discuss the first 3 games of the Western Conference Finals and why George Karl believes the Denver Nuggets can win game 4 and the series. Topics include: Jerami Grant utilizing his athleticism Can the Lakers' zone work again? Can the Nuggets wear the Lakers down? Why the series could come down to the role players Which team is facing the most pressure? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl sits down with Adam Mares to discuss his perspective on Denver's playoff series win over the Denver Nuggets. Topics include: Jokic's calmness and ability to control the game Jamal Murray impacting the game without scoring The value of playoff experience Jokic and Murray becoming stars and gaining notoriety The game plan against the Lakers Denver's chances to win an NBA championship this year Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl sits down with Adam Mares to share his thoughts on the second round playoff series between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Clippers. Topics include: Can Nikola Jokic be the best player in this series? Has he beens so far? The Clippers' strategy in the 4th quarter Why don't the Nuggets get to the foul line more? Game 4 adjustments Michael Porter Jr.'s upside as a defender Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl shares his thoughts on the Denver Nuggets' first round series win over the Utah Jazz and helps preview the upcoming series against the Los Angeles Clippers. Topics include: What adjustments allowed for the Denver Nuggets to get back into this series? Has your impression of Jamal Murray changed over the course of this series? Was Nikola Jokic under-appreciated in this series? Grading Jerami Grant and Michael Porter Jr. in the series What are the battlegrounds for the Nuggets in round 2 against the Los Angeles Clippers? Why Nikola Jokic can have a big series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl shares his perspective on the challenges facing the Denver Nuggets through three games of their first round playoff series with the Utah Jazz. Topics include: The complicated identity of the Denver Nuggets inside the bubble Adjustments he would make to the starting lineup Playing small Playing big How much of coaching is understanding player psychology? Why blowout losses, even in the playoffs, are rarely as bad as they seem You can catch coach Karl on the Truth + Basketball podcast And Adam Mares on the DNVR Nuggets podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl shares his thoughts on the keys to the Utah Jazz vs. Denver Nuggets first round playoff series. Topics include: Whether or not he agrees with teams resting starters down the stretch of the seeding round How an NBA coaching staff prepares for the playoffs Denver's strengths against Utah Jamal Murray's role and responsibility Nikola Jokic's role and responsibility Denver's X-factor Utah's strength against Denver The loss of Mike Conley The importance of game 1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the first episode of this limited run show, Adam Mares and George Karl discuss recent trends in the NBA, the challenges NBA coaches are facing with a short training camp and unique variables inside the NBA bubble, and a variety of topics surrounding the Denver Nuggets. Timestamps 7:30 - What would you change about the modern NBA game? 12:00 - Comparing the challenge of regrouping inside of the bubble with the 2002 FIBA World Championship 17:00 - What is a coach trying to accomplish in a short training camp and the 8 seeding games? 19:00 - Flow and the relationship between offensive rhythm and defensive execution 30:30 - Fostering leadership in young players and the value of playoff experience 36:00 - Michael Porter Jr. and bringing along a talented young player on a veteran team -- Video clips available on theDNVR.com -- 42:30 - Spacing the court and playing the dunker 48:45 - C Corner and pet plays 53:15 - Defending double high screens 58:30 - Jokic defending the PnR Subscribe to the Truth + Basketball podcast Subscribe to the DNVR Nuggets Podcast Presented by Draft Kings Sportsbook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to DNVR's new show with legendary Denver Nuggets coach George Karl and Adam Mares. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices