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The Athletic's Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews will be bringing you behind the scenes with the Denver Nuggets at least twice a week with exclusive insights, interviews and so much more along the Rainbow Skyline in the Mile High City. For 40% off your subscription: Theathletic.com/rainbowskyline

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So long and thank you all!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 5:32


On the finale of Rainbow Skyline, Dave DuFour and Kendra Andrews say goodbye to the podcast, and look ahead to what's next. Whether you have listened once or to every episode, thank you all so much for supporting the Rainbow Skyline podcast. None of this would have been possible without your help. From Dave, Kendra and the rest of our Athletic staff, best wishes to all and go Nuggets! Follow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Expectation v. Reality: Denver's first four games

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 28:28


Sure, a larger number in the win column would be welcomed by Nuggets fans, but is the club right about where everyone expected them to be to begin the season, or are they off course? Dave and Kendra investigate that thought and compare it to the reality of Denver's current situation. What were the expectations for the defense early on (4:30)? What about performances from Nikola Jokic (10:00), Jamal Murray (12:00) and Michael Porter Jr. (14:30)? How about everyone else (18:30)? Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrews Follow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Get a subscription, gift a subscription! Visit: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rational, irrational takeaways from season opener & previewing Christmas Clippers game

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2020 29:42


Merry Christmas/Christmas Eve to all! Is there a gift receipt for Denver's loss to the Sacramento Kings in the season opener? Dave and Kendra share their reactions to the Nuggets first contest of the new season (:45). How concerning was Jamal Murray's performance, and Will Barton's night-in, night-out output is vital to this club's success (6:15). Dave and Kendra dish on their irrational takeaways from game one, including: P.J. Dozier is going to more important for Denver this season than Torrey Craig last year (14:00). Plus, the dynamite Denver duo preview the Nuggets' Christmas game against the Los Angeles Clippers (18:45). Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrews Follow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Get a subscription, gift a subscription! Visit: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five biggest questions facing Nuggets heading into 2021 season

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 27:55


Dave DuFour and Kendra Andrews return to answer five of the biggest questions looming over the Denver Nuggets heading into the 2021 season. Chiefly, who will fill the void Jerami Grant left (1:45)? Could we see a rejuvenated Paul Millsap? Is a Millsap, JaMychal Green Zeke Nnaji rotation talented enough to recreate Grant's production from last season? Who will step up as the team's best defender (7:00)? Will the club be resigned to tasking Gary Harris with the most difficult matchup? Plus, Jamal Murray will no longer be hid on defense. Who do Dave and Kendra believe will comprise the starting lineup (12:00)? Is Michael Porter Jr. a for-sure regular? Who can we expect to impact the team off the bench? Though not a betting man, Dave believes Nikola Jokic has a puncher's chance of being a contender for MVP (14:15). Does the short turnaround to start the year bode well for Jokic? Lastly, what are the duo's expectation for Denver this year (19:15)? Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrews Follow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Get a subscription, gift a subscription! Visit: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jerami Grant's departure, new faces & Denver's team chemistry taken a hit?

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 24:54


We practice load management here on Rainbow Skyline, so with Dave and Kendra rested and back in the starting rotation, the duo address the Nuggets' most recent off-season moves, particularly, Jerami Grant's departure from Denver (1:00). What's the fallout of this key loss? Who does Denver see as a viable replacement, and why did Grant leave? After chatting about subtractions from the team, Dave and Kendra converse about additions and new faces within the organization (10:30). How will JaMychal Green be deployed within the confines of the offense and defense? How will Denver's other acquisitions be used? Lastly, the podcast pair key in on an important element within Denver's offense that may experience regression this year (16:30). Follow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrews Join The Athletic for just $1 a month for an entire year! Visit: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline - by December 4th and experience the award-winning sports journalism and podcasting The Athletic offers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Denver double-dips: Nuggets draft Zeke Nnaji and R.J. Hampton in 1st round of NBA Draft

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2020 26:00


Dave and Kendra are back from their post-NBA bubble vacations to breakdown Denver's 2021 NBA Draft haul! What are the Nuggets getting in draftees Zeke Nnaji and R.J. Hampton? Will they figure into the team's designs this season, or are they more developmental projects? The duo also preview the upcoming free agency period and key in on targets that would help Denver...including Facundo Campazzo (the signing would come included with Campazzo stan, Dave.) Follow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Digging Into Denver's Team Building and Progression with Seth Partnow

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 31:07


Dave and Kendra welcome The Athletic's Seth Partnow to today's program to explore Denver's next steps on their road to becoming a Finals contender. The trio broadly tackle what advancements Denver needs to make in order to improve (3:00) before keying in on Jerami Grant, who was crucial to the team's Western Conference Finals run in the bubble and, potentially, future endeavors (6:30). The triumvirate consider the Nuggets' position if Grant decides to sign with another team (8:45). What other options are available? Would Michael Porter Jr. slide into the starting rotation? Is he equipped to handle that role? Could we see a potential trade the ships both Porter Jr. and a teammate out of the Mile High for another complementary piece (14:15)? Is it finally time for Denver to unleash Bol Bol on a regular basis (18:30)? Plus, what's Paul Millsap, Mante Morris and P.J. Dozier's future with the club (23:15)? Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrews Follow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Follow Seth on Twitter: @SethPartnow Join The Athletic for just $1 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Addressing Denver's Off-Season: Retaining Grant, Building Backcourt Size & Entertaining Expectations

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 25:13


What are Denver's top off-season priorities coming off the heels of a Western Conference Finals appearance? Dave and Kendra analyze team needs and who is worth retaining, like Jerami Grant (1:30). Will Paul Millsap return and if so, it would have to be at a less expense rate...right (3:30)? For all his incredible defensive showings in the bubble, Gary Harris is remains an undersized wing defender. What can the Nuggets do to improve their backcourt depth, particularly as it relates to defense (6:45)? Could Tim Connelly and Calvin Booth make a big splash free agent signing and/or trade during this downtime (12:45)? Are versatile scorers like Bradley Beal and Kelly Oubre obtainable? What would it cost to land difference maker that could catapult this team into NBA Finals contention? Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrews Follow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Join The Athletic for just $1 a month. Visit: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nuggets Next Steps & 2020 Improvement with Tim Connelly, Denver's President of Basketball Operations

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2020 20:28


Dave DuFour and Kendra Andrews welcome special guest, Tim Connelly, Denver Nuggets' president of basketball operations, to Rainbow Skyline! The trio address the most important topic for any Northeasterner (Connelly's from Maryland), what's the best crab chip brand? Moving on to less pressing matters, the group gabs about Denver's playoff bubble run; what the next step is in the club's title-contending aspirations; if Denver can be an attractive destination for premiere free agents; Connelly and Denver's front office's thought process when drafting Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray as well as Michael Porter Jr. and Bol Bol despite injury concerns, and did the Nuggets brain trust expect this squad to improve as fast as they have? Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrews Follow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Join The Athletic for just $1 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here We Go Again: Trailing 3-1, It's Time to Start MPJ & Another Comeback in Store?

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 24:10


Trailing once again, three games to one, in the Western Conference Finals. the Denver Nuggets have their backs against the wall. But maybe they wouldn't have it any other way? Dave and Kendra breakdown WCF game 4 and react to Nikola Jokic's underwhelming performance, the rebound disparity and more (:30). What are the Nuggets chances in game five (9:00)? Is it time to insert Michael Porter Jr. into the starting lineup (10:00)? Lastly, will we see another history return from the brink by Denver (15:15)? Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrews Follow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Experience award-winning journalism like never before! Be a part of The Athletic for just $1 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AD Sinks Denver, Nuggets Needing Bench Boost, Series Adjustments & More!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 23:58


After a crushing late-second game two loss at the hands of Anthony Davis and the Denver Nuggets, Dave and Kendra come to order to talk the high and low points of Denver's loss (:30), including: What happened on that final play and what are our thoughts on the inner workings of the Nikola Jokic-Davis chess match? Jamal Murray has cleaved defenses throughout the playoffs and the Lakers are no exception. But there is a time when he's not frustrating coaches and players alike, and that's when he's on the bench and during that time Denver has struggled (6:15). How can the Nuggets mitigate the beating they take when their star point guard is resting? Who needs to step up? What adjustments does the Mile High team need to make to try to even the series (11:00)? Could we see minute increases from P.J. Dozier and Michael Porter Jr. (16:30)? Maybe even a starting lineup change? Lastly, Dave and Kendra predict the outcome of game three (23:00)!Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Join The Athletic for just $1 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Denver Defies Odds: Another 3-1 Comeback, Malone's Magnificent Management & Nuggets-Lakers Predictions

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 29:45


Wow. Just...wow. Down three games to one, again, and Denver still found a way to prevail. The Nuggets are Western Conference Finals-bound after stunning the Los Angeles Clippers in historic fashion. Dave and Kendra react to the moment the record books were re-wrote, plus Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray's strong shoulders that carried this band of down-to-the-wire world beaters (:30). The duo credit Mike Malone's brilliant coaching and player management (9:15) before keying in on one of the team's pivotal rotations (13:45). Before bounding, the Nuggets Nerds give their predictions for the WCF (19:30).Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Experience the award-winning sports journalism of The Athletic for just $1 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nuggets-Clippers Game 7 Preview with Jovan Buha

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 19:20


Dave and Kendra are joined by The Athletic's Los Angeles Clippers reporter, Jovan Buha, to assess the West Conference Semi-Finals series between the Nuggets and Clippers as well as preview the upcoming game seven.Follow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBAFollow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow Jovan on Twitter: @jovanbuha Experience The Athletic for just $1 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Series Temp Check, Does Porter Jr. Deserve More Touches & Can Denver Climb Out of 3-1 Hole Again?

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 27:40


Dave and Kendra check the pulse of the Nuggets-Clippers series and highlight factors that have played into Denver's three losses (:30). Has Los Angeles snuffed out Mike Malone and co.'s game plan? What should we expect from Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray in game five and, possibly, beyond? Was Michael Porter Jr. right in voicing his opinion about what the club needs to do to position themselves better to win (10:00)? The duo look ahead to the series' fifth installment, and predict whether the Nuggets can climb out of their 3-1 hole (18:00).Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Experience The Athletic for just $1 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Game 7 to Remember: Denver Dodges Elimination, Defense Dominates & Countdown to Clippers

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 31:01


What. A. Game. The Nuggets narrowly avoid elimination at the hands of Utah, and now set their sights towards the Clippers. Dave and Kendra breakdown the electrifying elimination game (:30), including: Jamal Murray's performance; Nikola Jokic's "Sam from Lord of the Rings" outing, in how he carried the team down the stretch. The duo also converse about Denver's potent perimeter defense, specifically from Gary Harris, Torrey Craig and Jerami Grant (9:00). Afterwards, the two talk the upcoming Clippers series (14:30). How will the potential Patrick Beverly-Jamal Murray shape up, and who does Michael Malone plan to present the task of defending Paul George and Kawhi Leonard to (19:00)? Lastly, Dave and Kendra pose their Clippers-series predictions (23:00).Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jamal Murray's Magnificence, Harris Helping Defense & Our Game 7 Predictions

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 25:22


What a comeback! Down three games to one, on the brink of elimination, the Nuggets guts out two wins over Utah to force a decisive game seven. Dave and Kendra key in on Denver's primary moving force behind their resurgence, Jamal Murray (:30). How has Murray been able to score at will? Have those who've criticized his craft now been silenced, and should he be considered the club's top scoring option? The duo also delve into Jokic's performance over the last couple games and discuss his and Murray's synergy (6:30). Has Gary Harris' return truly been impactful (11:30)? Plus, Dave and Kendra predict the outcome of game seven (16:15).Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Defense Deluge: Denver's Disappointing Defense, MPJ's Underachieving Defense & How Do You Defend Donovan Mitchell?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2020 26:30


C'mon guys, let's not get DEFENSIVE about today's podcast topics haha (I've already submitted my two weeks). Dave and Kendra, with the help of Michael Malone sound bites, diagnose why Denver's defense has been so porous this season (1:00). The Nuggets are under performing in most phases of the defense, including allowing offensive rebounds, three-point shooting and points in the paint. Which two areas do you prioritize? Which one goes by the wayside (6:15)? Did Utah's defensive adjustments that directly affect Nikola Jokic also, inadvertently, impact Jamal Murray (9:00)? What does Malone think of Michael Porter Jr.'s recent defensive display (14:00)? Is it unfair to judge MPJ's defense, with his experience in mind, on a stage like this? Lastly, the duo predict the outcome of the Utah-Denver series (22:30)!Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Hollinger Joins the Show to Chat Nuggets Youth, Free Agency & More!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2020 18:23


Kendra Andrews welcomes The Athletic's senior NBA columnist, John Hollinger, to today's show! The pair examine the performances from Denver's greenhorns, specifically PJ Dozier and Bol Bol (:30). What areas of their games need polishing before they can consistently contribute? Is Michael Porter Jr. living up to his draft-night billing based off early bubble outings (5:15)? Where do the Nuggets go from here (8:00)? What steps, moves, etc. need to be fulfilled before this team can contend? What aspect of Jamal Murray's game, if improved, can elevate him to an All-Star status (11:00)? Lastly, how can we expect free agency to turn out for Denver (12:15)? Judging by needs and direction, who will be the team's top targets when the market opens?Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow John on Twitter: @johnhollinger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Denver's Bubble Report Card: Grading the Health, Starters & Early Seeding Performances

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 28:18


Professor DuFour and Andrews unabashedly share their Nuggets team grades in the early proceedings of the seeding games (1:00). Although it's out of the team's control, how much have injuries limited the progress of this club, and what's the latest on the members who are on the mend? The duo assign marks to the starting rotation (6:30), and pose an array of starter-related questions like: Can Paul Millsap find consistency on offense (8:30); Will Torrey Craig remain in the starting lineup (10:00), and Michael Porter Jr. has been welcomed surprise (14:25). Lastly, we evaluate the team's overall performance early in the seeding games (20:00).Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Save 40% off your first-year subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Whole Squad's in the Bubble, Rotation Rational & Seeding Predictions

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 26:13


We back! And guess what?! Denver's got their whole team back in the bubble (seamless segue there, I know)! Dave and Kendra discuss the entire team being reunited in the bubble (:30), and describe how Michael Porter Jr., Jamal Murray and others look in their return (4:30). Could Bol Bol earn meaningful minutes in the playoffs this season (8:45)? And if no this season, how does he project as a contributor moving forward? With Malone and company finally playing with a full deck of cards, how can we expect the rotations to shake out (13:15), plus, how does Troy Daniels figure to fit in during the upcoming seeding games (16:30)? We then play every media members' favorite game, "Speculation!", wherein the duo postulate Denver's performance in the seeding games (though Mike Malone's priorities are focused elsewhere -- 18:30).Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Save 40% off your first-year subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bol Bol Bonanza, Tall Ball Talent & Does Denver Need Another True PG?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 28:49


Rainbow Skyline warmly welcomes Dave DuFour as its new co-host! He and Kendra recap the Nuggets' scrimmage against the Washington Wizards and marvel at Denver's fearsome tall ball lineup (:50). Despite this unique configuration, is there potential for real game application? We won't bury the lead any further: Bol Bol was so much fun to watch (6:45)! What areas of his game stood out to both Dave and Kendra, and can his progressing defense translate to an actual game (11:00)? With Monte Morris still absent from the bubble and guards Gary Harris and Will Barton just recently rejoining the team, does Denver need to reconsider their shallow stock of true guards (15:45)?Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow Dave on Twitter: @DaveDuFourNBA Save 40% off your first-year subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jokic Joins the Bubble, Can Bol Bol Contribute & More w/ Mile High Sports T.J. McBride

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 24:44


Kendra welcomes the Nuggets beat writer for Mile High Sports, T.J. McBride, to the program! The duo discuss Nikola Jokic's arrival in the NBA bubble, and how his newfound, slim figure could impact his game (1:45). In spite of the elation surrounding Denver's superstar's return, there are still other Nuggets who have yet to find their way to Orlando (7:45). Kendra and T.J. share their impressions of recent Nuggets practices, and consider whether Bol Bol can bolster the bench in this condensed year (10:45). Lastly, the two converse about the early league-wide news coming from the bubble (16:30).Follow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow Tj on Twitter: @TJMcBrideNBA Save 40% off your first-year subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Facility Closure, Jokic Joining in Orlando & Malone's Steps Towards Change

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 27:11


In lieu of a positive test for Covid-19 among Denver's traveling party, Nick and Kendra discuss the shutdown, and react to coach Mike Malone's comments on the matter in a recent interview (:45). Also in that interview, Malone expressed his and the team's expectation that Nikola Jokic, who's tested positive for Coronavirus, will join the Nuggets in Orlando (9:30). Despite the group's assumption, the timeline for Jokic's return is growing more and more dicey. How can we expect Denver to manage the eight lead-in games to the playoffs (13:30)? Malone details how his staff and the National Basketball Coaches Association are actively taking steps towards change on racial issues (16:40).Follow Nick on Twitter: @NickKosmiderFollow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsSave 40% off your first-year subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline 

Jokic Contracts Covid & P.J. Dozier Dons Nuggets Uniform Full-Time with Altitude Sports Analyst Chris Dempsey

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 25:57


Nick and Kendra welcome Altitude Sports reporter/analyst, Chris Dempsey, to today's program to react to news of Nuggets center Nikola Jokic contracting coronavirus (1:45). Although it's a stunning development, is the trend of players testing positive for Covid expected? Is there a message that can be perceived through players contracting the virus despite the NBA's best efforts to keep players healthy (8:00)? The trio try to put into perspective the monolithic undertaking the Association is grappling with; transporting hundreds of players and coaches to Orlando while attempting to keep all parties healthy (13:00). Lastly, the triumvirate dish on P.J. Dozier earning a full-time contract with Denver (16:30).Follow Nick on Twitter: @NickKosmiderFollow Kendra on Twitter: @kendra_andrewsFollow Chris on Twitter: @chrisdempseySave 40% off your first-year subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline

Gran Destino Advantage & Hotline Hang-ups

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 18:51


In light of reported details from the NBA's 113-page memo on short season health, Nick and Kendra react to Denver being assigned to lodge at the Gran Destino Tower. Is there an advantage, psychological or otherwise, to bunking in the same complex as other contenders (1:20)? Does the Association's anonymous hotline further emphasize accountability among teammates (6:15)? Nick and Kendra highlight other challenges players will have to face once the season begins, including time away from family (9:50).Save 40% off your first-year subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline

Murray Confident in Championship & Jokic Is Jacked

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2020 19:44


A merry welcome back to Rainbow Skyline! Nick and Kendra react to Jamal Murray's claim, in a recent interview, that the Nuggets "can go win a title" (1:20). What areas will the team need to show improvement in order be immortalized in NBA history? The dynamic Denver duo of Murray and Nikola Jokic will be vital on the road to Titletown, so what steps has each player made towards improving themselves during basketball's hiatus (4:45)? Nick and Kendra address another of Murray's comments from his recent interview; the racial injustice he, and others, have experienced (13:30).Save 40% off your first-year subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/rainbowskyline

Nuggets Return Imminent

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 29:04


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews start the show this week by discussing racial injustices in America and how we can come together to make change happen. They also breakdown the Nuggets return to play set to happen soon.

Nuggets Return to Play Options & Playoff Scenarios

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 30:00


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews are back again this week and the duo breaks down all the return to play options ahead for the NBA and more specifically how the Nuggets might be impacted going forward.

Blazers-Nuggets 2019 Game 7 Revisited

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 28:17


Trail Blazers beat reporter Jason Quick and Nuggets beat reporter Nick Kosmider take a look back at the intense and glorious (for the Blazers) Game 7 of the 2019 Western Conference Semifinals, from which the Blazers moved on to the Conference Finals for the first time in Damian Lillard's tenure.

Nuggets Mailbag

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 34:08


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews take listener questions and touch on Nikola Jokic's leadership, some reopening options for the team, Jerami Grant's future in Denver and so much more.

Memphis Missing Jokic, Nuggets Facility Opening

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 22:28


Nick Kosmider is joined this week by John Hollinger, The Athletic's senior NBA columnist, and the duo breaks down the process the Grizzlies went through in skipping over Nikola Jokic in the 2014 NBA draft and the Nuggets opening up their facilities for the players.

Nuggets Player Grades

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 36:11


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews are back this week to take a deeper look at the Nuggets and give player grades for everyone on the roster who played major minutes for Denver this season.

Booth Takes Control, Nuggets Active Isolation, Fan Survey

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2020 31:05


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews come together to discuss the Nuggets decision to name Calvin Booth their new general manager, Michael Malone checking in with the squad and some reactions to a fan survey 'The Athletic' ran.

Karnisovas to Chicago, Big Billups Ideas, Nuggets Roster Future

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 33:33


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews come together this week to discuss Arturas Karnisovas' departure to the Chicago Bulls, if Chauncey Billups could join the front office, the Nuggets future roster construction and so much more.

Bulls Pursue Karnisovas, Nuggets Player Draft

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 40:56


Nick Kosmider is joined by Kendra Andrews and the duo discusses some current Nuggets news while also looking towards the past. They start off by discussing the Chicago Bulls sudden pursuit of Nuggets GM Arturas Karnisovas to join their front office in the Windy City. Then the duo does a redraft from the last 20 years in Denver Nuggets history.

Nuggets' Tim Connelly On Isolation Activities, Keeping Players Ready, Draft Prep

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 23:37


Nick Kosmider is joined by a special guest this week as the Denver Nuggets president of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly joins the program to discuss how he is holding up amid the coronavirus pandemic, how the team has responded, how his staff is prepping for the draft and free agency and so much more.

Nuggets Best Moments, Missed Opportunities & Jokic's MVP Candidacy

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2020 31:29


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews are back and this week they reflect on the Nuggets season that might be over before they can finish their journey. The duo discusses the questions we will have about the team if the season does come to an end, some of the best moments from the season and Nikola Jokic's MVP candidacy.

Nuggets Season Halted

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2020 30:13


As the Denver Nuggets were playing a pivotal game against the Dallas Mavericks on March 11th, the NBA season came to a screeching stop. Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews weave you through the fallout from the Coronavirus pandemic sweeping the world and also putting a strong season from the Nuggets in major jeopardy.

Nuggets Worrisome Warriors Loss

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2020 18:52


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews are joined by The Athletic's Warriors beat writer and host of the 'Warriors All-82' podcast Anthony Slater. The trio discusses the odd Nuggets loss at home to the lowly Warriors. Listener Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/25VZGGQGet 40% off your subscription to The Athletic at: TheAthletic.com/rainbowskyline

Nuggets Rotation Decisions, Denver's Potential Playoff Matchups

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2020 34:26


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews are back for at the helm for their first show together after the All-Star break. The duo discusses how the Nuggets have looked to start the unofficial second half of the season, who Michael Malone might be leaning towards in his rotation, Denver's potential playoff opponents and a whole lot more. Get 40% off your subscription to The Athletic at: TheAthletic.com/rainbowskyline

Nuggets Superfan Trip Stoddard

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2020 24:18


Nick Kosmider is joined this week by Denver Nuggets and Nikola Jokic superfan Trip Stoddard to discuss his journey as a fan of Jokic, how 'The Joker' looked during All-Star weekend, the Nuggets prospects going into the second half of the season and so much more.Get 40% off your subscription to The Athletic at: TheAthletic.com/rainbowskyline

Nuggets New Rotation, Jamal Murray's Injury, Contenders in Denver

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2020 22:40


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews are back again and this time they take a look at the Nuggets heading into NBA All-Star Weekend. The duo chats about the Nuggets' new rotation, how Jamal Murray is pushing through an ankle injury and if Denver truly stacks up against other contenders in the Western Conference. Get 40% off  your subscription to The Athletic at: TheAthletic.com/rainbowskyline

Denver Deadline Deals and Big Win in Utah

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2020 20:39


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews are back once again to bring you the best around the Nuggets during a busy time in the NBA calendar. The duo discusses the Nuggets moves at the trade deadlines, Denver's big win over the Jazz and another thrilling Nikola Jokic performance.Get 40% off a subscription to The Athletic at: Theathletic.com/rainbowskyline

All-Star Nikola Jokic, Nuggets First Jazz Battle

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2020 19:45


Tony Jones and Nick Kosmider come together for a crossover episode after the Nuggets and Jazz squared off for the first time this season. The guys recap the matchup, discuss the All-Star selections on their squads and chat about Michael Porter Jr.

Nuggets Losses, Denver's Trade Deadline Options

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2020 35:06


Nick Kosmider is joined by Nate Kreckman of Altitude Sports Radio on this week's show. The guys talk about the Nuggets recent string of intriguing losses, how they are handling injuries to their rotation, potential lineup changes and take a look at Denver's options going into the trade deadline.

Injury Issues Mounting

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2020 28:05


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews are back to deliver an update on the Denver Nuggets who suddenly find themselves with a very injured roster. The duo discusses how injuries to four of their core will impact the future rotation, potential trades and the team culture moving forward. Sign up for a subscription to The Athletic today and get 40% off: Theathletic.com/rainbowskyline

Midseason Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2020 32:54


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews are back together again to recap the recent Nuggets happenings, Jamal Murray's injury and look at the team as we hit the midway point of the season. The duo discusses their biggest disappointments and surprises so far, upcoming potential storylines and trades and so much more. Sign up for a subscription to The Athletic today and get 40% off: Theathletic.com/rainbowskyline

Joker's Thermostat

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2020 28:36


Nick Kosmider is joined this week by Mike Singer of the Denver Post following a career night from Nikola Jokic. The guys talk about the Joker's big game, how he is the Nuggets 'thermostat', the role Michael Porter Jr may play in the future and they end by taking the temperature on the team as we start a new decade. Sign up for a subscription to The Athletic today and get 40% off: Theathletic.com/rainbowskyline

Nuggets 2019 In Review

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2019 35:22


Nick Kosmider is joined by TJ McBride of Mile High Sports and the 'Rocky Mountain Hoops' podcast to recap the Denver Nuggets 2019. The guys look back on Nikola Jokic, Michael Malone and the moments that defined their year. Sign up for a subscription to The Athletic today and get 40% off: Theathletic.com/rainbowskyline

Tinseltown Trip

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2019 20:56


Nick Kosmider is joined by The Athletic's Los Angeles basketball beat writer and host on the 'Forum Club' podcast, Brett Dawson. The guys come to you live after the Nuggets victory over the Lakers in Los Angeles and they recap the game, discuss LeBron's absence and look ahead to Christmas Day. Sign up for a subscription to The Athletic today and get 40% off: Theathletic.com/rainbowskyline 

Mile High Winning Ways

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2019 22:25


Nick Kosmider and Kendra Andrews are back and they bring you the highlights from a recent story Kendra did on Will Barton, the engine powering the team this season. The duo also discusses a resurgent Nikola Jokic, some recognition for Michael Porter Jr, the Nuggets recent victories and what we can expect heading into the holidays. Sign up for a subscription to The Athletic today and get 40% off: Theathletic.com/rainbowskyline

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