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Nikola Jokić and the Denver Nuggets are facing their most pivotal offseason yet. With the franchise parting ways with General Manager Calvin Booth and no clear successor in place, the pressure is on Josh Kroenke to make the right hire — one that could define the rest of Jokić's prime. What kind of GM do the Nuggets need? What vision should guide the next era? And how high are the stakes for Denver's championship window?The DNVR Nuggets Podcast breaks it all down — from the behind-the-scenes dynamics to the big-picture decisions that lie ahead. What should be the priority: continuity, innovation, or control? And what does it all mean for the core of Jamal Murray, Michael Porter Jr., and Aaron Gordon?Adam Mares, Brendan Vogt, and Harrison Wind come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar!Start - 0:00Who are we rooting for now? - 3:00Who is to blame? (Tim Connelly?) - 7:20Adam Silver - 10:40New GM & New Coach - 18:00Wind's take on GM - 34:30Worries? - 39:10Ben Tenzer info - 47:00Coaching search - 49:10Superchats - 58:30An ALLCITY Network ProductionPARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/eventsALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsportsBALL-KNOWER BONUS/Merch: https://promotion.allcitynetwork.com/promotions/store.allcitynetwork/7d48d294-4260-4bac-aca1-9a18eef8ca78SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_SportsBUY GOLDEN ERA: https://www.triumphbooks.com/golden-era-products-9781637273692.php?page_id=21Toyota Drive to the Playoffs: https://kse.jotform.com/250624177000950?camefrom=CFC_KSE_xJZqkfEGc0GvJpltfPs0pA&utm_[…]um=xJZqkfEGc0GvJpltfPs0pA&utm_campaign=xJZqkfEGc0GvJpltfPs0pASigned Jamal Murray Jersey giveaway: https://www.cdccoors.com/dnvr-denver-jamal-murray-jersey-giveaway/Raising Cane's Rooftop Fridays: https://thednvr.com/event/friday-rooftop-club-at-coors-field-presented-by-raising-canes/  Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/dnvrbet365: Go to https://www.bet365.com/hub/en-us/app-hero-banner-1?utm_source=affiliate&utm_campaign=usapp&utm_medium=affiliate&affiliate=365_03485318 or use code DNVR365 when you sign up. Must be 21+ and physically located in CO.  Please gamble responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help call or TEXT 1-800-GAMBLERUCHealth: Learn more about Living Like There's A Tomorrow at https://www.uchealth.org/tomorrow/?utm_source=DNVR&utm_medium=Audio&utm_campaign=Brand_LLTIAT_Null_JFMFY25_AW_NullGo to https://millerlite.com/dnvr to find delivery options near you. Or you can pick up some Miller Lite pretty much anywhere they sell beer. Tastes like Miller Time. Celebrate Responsibly. Miller Brewing Company, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply.Exclusively for our listeners, Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DNVR for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people.Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freenuggets. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan.When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions.Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.#Nuglife

The Nuggets lost games 4 and 5, but won at home in Game 6 and enrolled in another, 7th Game 7 of the Jokić era.Miroslav is joined by Rayvone Hackshaw of the 4 Corners Denver Nuggets Podcast, the internet sensation Jeremy Nicolls, and another Jeremy, of the Poley kind, a former Stiff, and a current Bitcoin apostle.• How did the Nuggets win in Game 6?• Can Strawther step up again?• Joker and Jamal's play in the series• Aaron's injury and the new rotation in Game 7 and hopefully beyondSupport the show:    https://Patreon.com/miroslavcuk                    An ALLCITY Network Production  PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events  ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsportsSubscribe:       YouTube.com/dnvr_sports      

The Indiana Pacers finished off the Cleveland Cavaliers 4 games to 1 to move on to the Eastern Conference Finals, and Dave DuFour and Zena Keita are here to react. They discuss Tyrese Haliburton's huge game and whether the Cavaliers need to make any changes this summer. Then, following an epic game between the Nuggets and Thunder, Andrew Schlecht joins the show to talk about OKC's win, why the Thunder bet on Lu Dort, and how the Nuggets get the series to a seventh game.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita & Andrew SchlechtExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nikola Jokić is facing one of the toughest playoff defenses of his career, and through four games, the OKC Thunder have made him look mortal. In this episode of the DNVR Nuggets Podcast, we break down how the Thunder are walling off the paint, forcing Jokić into jumpers, and daring Denver's supporting cast to beat them. Can the Nuggets adjust in time? What will it take for Jokić to unlock his game against OKC's athletic, disciplined front line? Plus: notes on Jamal Murray's physical limitations, MPJ's inconsistent impact, and what Game 5 could reveal about the Nuggets' title defense. The DNVR Nuggets Podcast dives into the biggest questions of the series — starting with Denver's MVP.Adam Mares, Harrison Wind, Brendan Vogt, and D-Line Co. come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar.Start - 0:00Hangover takes - 3:30Battlegrounds - 18:45The fatigue factor - 26:45The Jokic of it all - 33:45Paths to victory - 38:30Lottery Preference - 50:30Superchats - 58:00Jamal Murray Jersey Giveaway : https://www.cdccoors.com/dnvr-denver-jamal-murray-jersey-giveaway/An ALLCITY Network ProductionPARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/eventsALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsportsBALL-KNOWER BONUS/Merch: https://promotion.allcitynetwork.com/promotions/store.allcitynetwork/7d48d294-4260-4bac-aca1-9a18eef8ca78SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_SportsBUY GOLDEN ERA: https://www.triumphbooks.com/golden-era-products-9781637273692.php?page_id=21Toyota Drive to the Playoffs: https://kse.jotform.com/250624177000950?camefrom=CFC_KSE_xJZqkfEGc0GvJpltfPs0pA&utm_[…]um=xJZqkfEGc0GvJpltfPs0pA&utm_campaign=xJZqkfEGc0GvJpltfPs0pASigned Jamal Murray Jersey giveaway: https://www.cdccoors.com/dnvr-denver-jamal-murray-jersey-giveaway/Raising Cane's Rooftop Fridays: https://thednvr.com/event/friday-rooftop-club-at-coors-field-presented-by-raising-canes/  Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/dnvrbet365: Go to https://www.bet365.com/hub/en-us/app-hero-banner-1?utm_source=affiliate&utm_campaign=usapp&utm_medium=affiliate&affiliate=365_03485318 or use code DNVR365 when you sign up. Must be 21+ and physically located in CO.  Please gamble responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help call or TEXT 1-800-GAMBLERUCHealth: Learn more about Living Like There's A Tomorrow at https://www.uchealth.org/tomorrow/?utm_source=DNVR&utm_medium=Audio&utm_campaign=Brand_LLTIAT_Null_JFMFY25_AW_NullGo to https://millerlite.com/dnvr to find delivery options near you. Or you can pick up some Miller Lite pretty much anywhere they sell beer. Tastes like Miller Time. Celebrate Responsibly. Miller Brewing Company, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply.Exclusively for our listeners, Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DNVR for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people.Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freenuggets. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan.When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions.Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.#Nuglife

Dive into our latest podcast episode as we debunk the myth that Nikola Jokić is revolutionizing the NBA center role!

In deze aflevering van De Basketbal Podcast: • Round 2 bijna beslist? • Draft Lottery • Donovan Mitchell injury • Pacers nu 3-1 • Giannis naar…? • Jokić kan wel wat hulp gebruiken! #NBA #DeBasketbalPodcast #NBAPlayoffs #Round2 #Warriors #Pacers #Clippers #Rockets #Cavaliers #Basketbal #PlayoffMatchups #BasketbalPodcast

On this edition of The Will Cain Show's Friday sports episode, Will is joined by NBA Writer at Bleacher Report, Andy Bailey to break down Draymond Green's latest antics, every series of the NBA Conference Semifinals in both the East and West, and who will be left standing at the end.   Will and Bailey also discuss if it's time to start adding Nikola Jokić to Mount Rushmores of the NBA's greatest players of all time, and if Jokić or Giannis Antetokounmpo may leave their respective teams in the near future.  Tell Will what you thought about this podcast by emailing WillCainShow@fox.com Subscribe to The Will Cain Show on YouTube here: Watch The Will Cain Show! Follow Will on Twitter: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Talk that Talk Tuesday on The Coach JB Show with Big Smitty as Steve Kim joins the show to talk Carson Beck & Miami Hurricanes Football, Boxing, and more! 11 Year NFL Veteran & Washington Husky Legend Lincoln Kennedy joins the show for an Exclusive Interview that you don't wanna miss! Join us for this one on The REALEST Show on Planet ERF! Like, Comment, and Subscribe! The Coach JB Show with Big Smitty is the realest sports show on Planet ERF! We discuss what other talk shows & debate shows refuse to discuss! We are LIVE 3 hours a day from 6-9am pacific with the realest guests on Planet ERF! Coach Jason Brown is the star of the hit Netflix series "Last Chance U", master motivator, and legendary JUCO football coach!! Darnell Smith Fox Sports very own, Ball State Alum, and Nap towns finest! Merciless Monday | Talk that Talk Tuesday | Work-Boot Wednesday | Truth Telling Thursday's | Free Game Friday Matt McChesney on Monday/Wed/Friday Steve Kim on Tuesday/Thursday Shaun King - Former NFL QB Monday/Friday Live M-F 6am-9am PST. Subscribe and become a member today, $2.99 for general membership or $5.99 to join Slap Nation and get access to the exclusive Coach's Crew group Chat!!

The Nuggets went into Oklahoma City and stole Game 1 from the Thunder, as Aaron Gordon hit a game-winning 3-pointer in the final seconds. Eric and Bruce take a closer look at some of the numbers from Game 1. David Adelman gave his team an inspiring postgame speech in the locker room after the win. Who is really the NBA MVP - SGA or Jokic? The guys get into it all!

In deze aflevering van De Basketbal Podcast: • Referees in de spotlight • Knicks - Pistons beslist? • JJ maakt een opmerkelijke keuze • LeBron sterk defensively maar Vader Tijd is onverslaanbaar • Clippers hadden 4-0 moeten staan • Jokić en Giannis geven alles wat ze hebben! #NBA #DeBasketbalPodcast #Referees #Knicks #Pistons #JJRedick #LeBronJames #VaderTijd #Clippers #Jokic #Giannis #NBAPlayoffs #Basketbal

Send us a textI break down my top ten favorite NBA player matchups that showcase the league's most compelling rivalries, from established superstars to rising young talent.• Stephen Curry vs Kevin Durant vs LeBron James takes the top spot as three of the greatest players in NBA history still delivering elite performances• Nikola Jokić vs Luka Dončić ranks second, featuring two international superstars who could be considered the top two players in the league• Jayson Tatum vs Nikola Jokić creates an intriguing battle between Eastern and Western Conference stars• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs Anthony Edwards represents a clash between current and future MVP candidates• Amen Thompson vs Anthony Edwards emerges as a potentially elite future rivalry with Thompson showing defensive skills against Edwards• Giannis vs Jokić vs a healthy Embiid showcases three different styles of dominant big men• Celtics vs Lakers matchups featuring Brown vs Luka and Tatum vs LeBron continue the historic rivalry• Anthony Edwards vs Jokić and Murray displays the battle between killer instinct and playmaking excellence• Anthony Edwards vs Stephen Curry highlights the passing of the torch from established to rising star• Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown vs Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler would create an epic superstar showdownPlease like, subscribe, comment and tell anyone who's anyone about the show. I'm trying to get the ratings up a little bit.Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!

Kawhi Leonard poured in 39 points on 15/19 shooting to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a game 2 win over the Denver Nuggets. Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and James Edwards react to the Detroit Pistons game 2 win over the Knicks, discuss what it means for the city of Detroit and what went wrong for New York. Then, Law Murray joins the show to breakdown Kawhi Leonard's brilliant game 2 performance.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, James Edwards, & Law MurrayExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio Producer: Grayson Moodyhttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/nba/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kawhi Leonard poured in 39 points on 15/19 shooting to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a game 2 win over the Denver Nuggets. Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and James Edwards react to the Detroit Pistons game 2 win over the Knicks, discuss what it means for the city of Detroit and what went wrong for New York. Then, Law Murray joins the show to breakdown Kawhi Leonard's brilliant game 2 performance. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni, James Edwards, & Law Murray Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/nba/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textBasketball's most influential figures throughout history have shaped not just how the game is played but also its cultural significance and global appeal. • Early legends like Chamberlain, Russell, and West established the star vs. system debate that continues today• Kareem Abdul-Jabbar served as the crucial bridge between basketball eras while setting the scoring record that lasted decades• Magic Johnson and Larry Bird saved the NBA with their compelling rivalry that transcended sport• Michael Jordan transformed basketball into a global phenomenon with his perfect Finals record and cultural impact• Allen Iverson, Kobe, Duncan and Shaq each brought unique elements that expanded basketball's appeal• Stephen Curry fundamentally changed how basketball is played with his revolutionary three-point shooting• Modern stars like Harden, Westbrook and Jokić continue to innovate with signature styles• The most important player debate remains open with compelling cases for multiple legendsHit like, subscribe, comment, and tell anyone who's anyone about the show. I'm trying to get the ratings up, just a little bit.Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!

RUNDOWN   From sandwich shop social dilemmas to a masterful golf preview and the Mariners' ongoing misery, episode 329 hits highs and lows across the sports spectrum. Mitch and Hotshot Scott kick off the episode with a gut-punch Mariners story, a surprising racial etiquette debate, and a nostalgic digression about Jersey Mike's. The show then shifts into full Masters mode with veteran golf writers Bob Harig and Curt Sampson offering deep insights into Augusta's mystique, Tiger's legacy, and why the back nine still delivers magic. The Mariners No-Table returns with Joe Doyle and Brady Farkas venting about Victor Robles' injury, shaky bullpen decisions, and Seattle's 3–7 start. They offer both critiques and hope while defending their bold predictions in the Out on a Limb segment. The “Other Stuff” segment wraps it all with laughs, puns, and offbeat headlines, from Tarot scams to Eminem becoming a grandpa.   GUESTS   • Bob Harig | Veteran Golf Writer, Author of Drive: The Lasting Legacy of Tiger Woods • Joe Doyle | MLB Draft Analyst, Over Slot • Brady Farkas | Writer and Sports Radio, SI Now and Refuse to Lose Podcast • Curt Sampson | Golf Author & Historian, Author of Hogan and The Masters: Golf, Money, and Power in Augusta, Georgia   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | Mitch's Mariners rant, Jersey Mike's debacle, and the Lawrence Taylor Encounter 14:25 | Religion, Recruiting & Breath: Scott's Sideline Story + Final Four Recap & Geno's Real Exit 28:36 | GUEST: Bob Harig (Golf Writer) – Augusta Nostalgia, Tiger's Absence & 2025 Masters Picks 50:11 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table (Joe Doyle & Brady Farkas) – Injuries, Offense Woes & Bullpen Blunders 1:15:35 | GUEST: Curt Sampson (Golf Author) – Augusta's Rhythm, Meltdowns & Walking the 18th on Sunday 1:40:38 | The Other Stuff Segment: Richard Sherman home robbery, Jokić drops 61-point triple-double, Ovechkin breaks Gretzky's record, Jeff Ross allergic reaction, Elijah Arenas signs with Adidas, Free concessions at Coastal Carolina football games, Steve Sarkisian and wife having a child post-divorce, Iconic Taco Bell closes in Scottsdale, Mariah Carey embarrasses son on Twitch. Tori Spelling regrets her sex tape didn't leak, RIPs: Dean Wells, Val Kilmer HEADLINES: Tarot scam & cemetery sex bust, Eminem becomes a grandpa, Hooters files for bankruptcy

This week, the Nuggets lost a heartbreaker versus the Timberwolves, embarrassed themselves versus the Zombie Spurs, and weren't close to competing versus the Warriors. Nikola Jokić looked frustrated on the bench. Miroslav is joined by a couple of Nuggets experts, Voja Medić and Gordon Gross.Warriors game big takeaways Were the last two seasons botched roster-building-wise? Joker is frustrated; Is it the urgency, or the vibes? Playoff expectations Support the show:   https://Patreon.com/miroslavcuk            An ALLCITY Network Production  PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events  ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsportsSubscribe:    YouTube.com/dnvr_sports

KG and Paul break down Nikola Jokić's earth-shattering 61-point triple-double and debate whether it cements his MVP case over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The conversation shifts to playoff strategies, with heated takes on why regular season stats don't matter, which teams should blow it up, and whether the Warriors are legitimate threats. The duo also celebrate Carmelo Anthony's Hall of Fame nod, with Paul revealing, "I actually hated guarding Melo," while KG continues to vouch for the NBA 1-on-1 tournament with both current and former players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

KG and Paul break down Nikola Jokić's earth-shattering 61-point triple-double and debate whether it cements his MVP case over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The conversation shifts to playoff strategies, with heated takes on why regular season stats don't matter, which teams should blow it up, and whether the Warriors are legitimate threats. The duo also celebrate Carmelo Anthony's Hall of Fame nod, with Paul revealing, "I actually hated guarding Melo," while KG continues to vouch for the NBA 1-on-1 tournament with both current and former players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blog: show notes and links https://finnishfootballshow.com/2025/04/03/veikkausliiga-2025-preview-sjk-jaro-kups-vps/ IN THIS EPISODE... The third and final episode in this series, in which the FFS team present previews for each Veikkausliiga team. In this episode, we hear from Petter Brunell on Jaro, Julian Dawe & Lari Paski on SJK, Jouni Laukkanen on KuPS and Sebastian Pundars on VPS. Producer Mark is now going to have a lie down to prepare for the start of the season

Nikola Jokić recorded the first ever 61 point triple double in a double overtime loss to Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Anthony Slater react to the Jokić's night, Steph Curry's 52 point night, and the playoff implications for the Timberwolves, Grizzlies, and Warriors. Then, the Athletic's Sam Amick stops by to discuss the ongoing saga in Memphis, new Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo, and Ja Morant's future.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni & Anthony SlaterExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nikola Jokić recorded the first ever 61 point triple double in a double overtime loss to Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Anthony Slater react to the Jokić's night, Steph Curry's 52 point night, and the playoff implications for the Timberwolves, Grizzlies, and Warriors. Then, the Athletic's Sam Amick stops by to discuss the ongoing saga in Memphis, new Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo, and Ja Morant's future. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni & Anthony Slater Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textWe break down our ultimate NBA playoff wish list, analyzing dream matchups that would create maximum entertainment and storylines across both conferences.• Cavaliers vs Pistons (1-8) would put pressure on Donovan Mitchell while spotlighting Cade Cunningham's rise• Bucks vs Pacers (4-5) as a redemption series for Milwaukee with potential franchise-altering implications• Celtics vs Magic (2-7) showcasing Paolo Banchero challenging Boston's elite team• Knicks vs Hawks (3-6) reigniting the Madison Square Garden vs Trae Young rivalry• Thunder vs Timberwolves (1-8) featuring the Shai vs Ant showdown that needs playoff intensity• Grizzlies vs Warriors (4-5) continuing one of the NBA's most genuine current rivalries• Lakers vs Mavericks (2-7) would define the AD-Luka comparisons on the biggest stage• Nuggets vs Rockets (3-6) highlighting the Jokić vs Sengun international center matchupPlease like, subscribe, comment, and tell anyone who's anyone about the show – I'm trying to get the ratings up just a little bit.Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!

The Nuggets are 8 and 8 since the All-Star Break. Nikola Jokić has missed the last three games, which resulted in an impressive win and two embarrassing losses.Miroslav is joined by Peter Plummer and CT Fazio.● Do we know who the Nuggets are?● Did Luka Dončić's demolishing of the Nuggets surprise anyone?● The Blame Game● MPJ, Russ, Peyton post-all-star● Gordon and Jokić's shooting Support the show:   https://Patreon.com/miroslavcuk        An ALLCITY Network Production  PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events  ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsportsSubscribe:       YouTube.com/dnvr_sports  

Hello Interactors,It's March Madness time in the states — baskets and brackets. I admit I'd grown a bit skeptical of how basketball evolved since my playing days. As it happens, I played against Caitlin Clark's dad, from nearby Indianola, Iowa! Unlike the more dynamic Brent Clark, I was a small-town six-foot center, taught never to face the basket and dribble. After all, it was Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's era of back-to-the-hoop skyhooks. By college, however, I was playing pickup games in California, expected to handle the ball, shoot, dish, or drive. Just like Caitlin! The players around me were from East LA, not Indianola. Jordan was king, and basketball wasn't just evolving — it was about to explode. It's geographic expansion and spatial dynamism has influenced how the game is played and I now know why I can't get enough of it.BOARDS, BOUNDARIES, AND BREAKING FREEThere was one gym in my hometown, Norwalk, Iowa, where I could dunk a basketball. The court was so cramped, there was a wall right behind the backboard. It was padded to ease post layup collisions! But when I timed it right, I could run and jump off the wall launching myself into the air and just high enough to dunk. This old gym, a WPA project, was built in 1936 and was considered large at the time relative to population. It felt tiny by the time I played there during PE as a kid and on weekend pickup games as a teen — though it was still bigger than anything my parents experienced in rural Southern Iowa.Basketball began as a sport of spatial limitation. James Naismith invented the game in 1891 — 45 years prior to my dunk gym's grand opening. The game was invented to be played in a YMCA gym in Springfield, Massachusetts. This building dictated the court's dimensions, movement, and strategy. Naismith's original 13 rules emphasized order—no dribbling or running, only passing to move the ball. Early basketball wasn't about individual drives but about constant movement within a network of passing lanes, with players anticipating and reacting in real time.The original peach baskets were hung ten feet high on a balcony railing, with no backboards to guide shots. Misses bounced unpredictably, adding a vertical challenge and forcing players to think strategically about rebounding. Since the baskets had bottoms, play stopped after every score, giving teams time to reset and rethink.Soon the bottom of the basket was removed, and a backboard was introduced — originally intended to prevent interference from spectators batting opponents shots from the balcony. The backboard fundamentally altered the physics of play. Now a player could more predictably bank shots of the backboard and invent new rebounding strategies.When running while dribbling was introduced in the late 1890s, basketball's rigid spatial structure loosened. No longer confined to static passing formations, the game became a fluid system of movement. These innovations transformed the court into an interactive spatial environment, where angles, trajectories, and rebounds became key tactical elements. According to one theory of spatial reformulation through human behavior, structured spaces like basketball courts evolved not solely through top-down design, but through emergent patterns of use, where movement, interaction, and adaptation shape the space over time.By the 1920s, the court itself expanded—not so much in physical size but in meaning. The game had spread beyond enclosed gymnasiums to urban playgrounds, colleges, and professional teams. Each expansion further evolved basketball's spatial logic. Courts in New York's streetball culture fostered a tight and improvisational style. Players developed elite dribbling skills and isolation plays to navigate crowded urban courts. Meanwhile, Midwestern colleges, like Kansas where Naismith later coached, prioritized structured passing and zone defenses, reflecting the systemic, collective ethos of the game's inventor. This period reflects microcosms of larger social and spatial behaviors. Basketball, shaped by its environment and the players who occupied it, mirrored the broader urbanization process. This set the stage for basketball's transformation and expansion from national leagues to a truly global game.The evolution of basketball, like the natural, constructed, and cultural landscapes surrounding it, was not static. Basketball was manifested through and embedded in cultural geography, where places evolve over time, accumulating layers of meaning and adaptation. The basketball court was no exception. The game burst forth, breaking boundaries. It branched into local leagues, between bustling cities, across regions, and globetrotted around the world.TACTICS, TALENT, AND TRANSNATIONAL TIESThe year my ego-dunk gym was built, basketball debuted in the 1936 Olympics. That introduced the sport to the world. International play revealed contrasting styles, but it wasn't until the 1990s and 2000s that basketball became a truly global game — shaped as much by European and African players as by American traditions.Europe's game focused on tactical structures and spatial awareness. In the U.S., basketball was built within a high school and college system, but European basketball mimicked their club-based soccer academy model. It still does. In countries like Serbia, Spain, and Lithuania, players are taught the game from a tactical perspective first — learning how to read defenses, move without the ball, and make the extra pass. European training emphasizes court vision, spacing, and passing precision, fostering playmakers wise to the spatial dynamics of the game. Geography also plays a role in the development of European basketball. Countries like Serbia and Lithuania, which have a strong history of basketball but relatively smaller populations, could not rely on the sheer athletic depth of players like the U.S. Instead, they had to refine skill-based, systematic approaches to the game. This helped to ensure every player developed what is commonly called a “high basketball IQ”. They also exhibit a high level of adaptability to team-oriented strategies. European basketball exemplifies this, blending the legacy of former socialist sports systems — which prioritized collective success — with contemporary, globalized styles. This structured process explains why European players like Nikola Jokić, Luka Dončić, and Giannis Antetokounmpo often arrive in the NBA with an advanced understanding of spacing, passing, and team concepts. Jokić's story is particularly revealing. Growing up in Serbia, he didn't just play basketball — he played water polo, a sport that demands high-level spatial awareness and precision passing. In water polo, players must make quick decisions without being able to plant their feet or rely on sheer speed. Although, at seven feet tall, Jokić could probably sometimes touch the bottom of the pool! These skills translated perfectly to his basketball game, where his passing ability, patience, and ability to manipulate defenders make him one of the most unique playmakers in NBA history. Unlike the American model, where taller players are often pushed into narrowly defined roles as rebounders and rim protectors (like I was), European training systems emphasize all-around skill development regardless of height.This is why European big men like Jokić, Gasol, and Nowitzki excel both in the post and on the perimeter. Europe's emphasis on technical education and tactical intelligence fosters versatile skill sets before specialization. This adaptability has made fluid, multi-positional play the norm, prioritizing efficiency and team success over individual spectacle.If European basketball emphasizes structure, the African basketball pipeline fosters adaptability and resilience — not as inherent traits, but as responses to developmental conditions. Sociologist Pierre Bourdieu popularized this as habitus, where individuals unconsciously shape their skills based on their social and material environments. With limited formal infrastructure, many African players learn in fluid, improvised settings, refining their game through necessity rather than structured coaching.Unlike U.S. and European players, who train in specialized systems from an early age, African players often develop versatile, positionless skill sets. Their careers frequently involve migrating through different leagues and coaching styles. A great example is Joel Embiid. He didn't start playing basketball until he was 15. Growing up in Cameroon, he initially played soccer and volleyball. These sports both contributed to his basketball development in unexpected ways. Soccer helped him refine elite footwork, now a required trait of the post game, while volleyball sharpened his timing and hand-eye coordination — hence his dominance as a shot-blocker and rebounder. This multi-sport background is common among African players. Many grow up playing soccer first, which explains why so many African-born big men in the NBA — Hakeem Olajuwon, Serge Ibaka, and Pascal Siakam — have exceptional footwork and agility.Like Jokić's water polo background shaped his passing, soccer's fluidity influences how many African players move on the court. Beyond skills, migration plays a key role, as many leave home as teens to develop in European leagues or U.S. schools. Constant adaptation to new environments builds mental resilience, essential for professional sports. (just ask Luka Dončić after suddenly being traded to the Lakers!) Anthropologist Arjun Appadurai describes this as evolving ethnoscapes and how globalization drives global cultural flows. Practices, traditions, and ideas reshape both new destinations and home cultures as identities become blended across cultures and borders. African players embody this, adapting their games across multiple basketball traditions.Look at Embiid moving from Cameroon to the U.S., adapting to American basketball while retaining his cross-sport instincts. Or Giannis Antetokounmpo, he was born in Greece to Nigerian parents, played soccer as a kid, and now blends European teamwork and fancy footwork with NBA strength training and explosiveness. Like the game itself, basketball is shifting as players from diverse domains deliver new directions, playing patterns, and philosophies.CULTURE, COURTS, AND CROSSOVERSThe influx of European and African players has not only changed the NBA, it's also changed how American players play overseas.Sports psychologist Rainer Meisterjahn studied American players in foreign leagues, revealing struggles with structured European play and coaching. Initially frustrated by the lack of individual play and star focus, many later gained a broader understanding of the game. Their experience mirrors that of European and African players in the NBA, proving basketball is now a shared global culture.While the NBA markets itself as an American product, its style, strategies, and talent pool are increasingly internationalized. The dominance of ball movement and tactical discipline coupled with versatility and adaptability have fundamentally reshaped how the game is played.Media has help drive basketball's global expansion. Sports media now amplifies international leagues, exposing fans (like me) to diverse playing styles. Rather than homogenizing, basketball evolves by merging influences, much like cultural exchanges that shaped jazz (another love of mine) or global cuisine (another love of mind) — blending styles while retaining its core. The game is no longer dictated by how one country plays; it is an interwoven, adaptive sport, constantly changing in countless ways. The court's boundaries may be tight, but borderless basketball has taken flight.Basketball has always been a game of spatial negotiation. First confined to a small, hardwood court, it spilled out of walls to playgrounds, across rivalrous cross-town leagues, to the Laker-Celtic coastal battles of the 80s, and onto the global stage. Yet its true complexity is not just where it is played, but how it adapts. The game's larger narrative is informed by the emergent behaviors and real-time spatial recalibration that happens every time it's played. Basketball operates as an interactive system where every movement creates new positional possibilities and reciprocal responses. Player interactions shape the game in real time, influencing both individual possessions—where spacing, passing, and movement constantly evolve — and the global basketball economy, where styles, strategies, and talent migration continuously reshape the sport.On the court, players exist in a constant state of spatial adaptation, moving through a fluid network of shifting gaps, contested lanes, and open spaces. Every pass, cut, and screen forces a reaction, triggering an endless cycle of recalibration and emergence. The most elite players — whether it's Nikola Jokić manipulating defensive rotations with surgical passing or Giannis Antetokounmpo reshaping space in transition — don't just react to the game; they anticipate and reshape the very structure of the court itself. This reflects the idea that space is not just occupied but actively redefined through movement and interaction, continuously shaped by dynamic engagement on and off the court.This logic of adaptation extends to the community level where basketball interacts with urban geography, shaping and being shaped by its environment. Urban basketball courts function as micro-environments, where local styles of play emerge as reflections of city life and its unique spatial dynamics. The compact, improvisational play of street courts in Lagos mirrors the spatial density of urban Africa, just as the systemic, team-first approach of European basketball reflects the structured environments of club academies in Spain, Serbia, and Lithuania. As the game expands, it doesn't erase these identities — it integrates them. New forms of hybrid styles reflect decades-old forces of globalization.Basketball's global expansion mirrors the complex adaptive networks that form during the course of a game. Interconnected systems evolve through emergent interactions. And just as cities develop through shifting flows of people, resources, and ideas, basketball transforms as players, styles, and strategies circulate worldwide, continuously reshaping the game on the court and off. The court may still be measured in feet and lines, but the game it contains — psychologically, socially, and geographically — moves beyond those boundaries. It flows with every fluent pass, each migrating mass, and every vibrant force that fuels its ever-evolving future.REFERENCESHillier, B. (2012). Studying cities to learn about minds: Some possible implications of space syntax for spatial cognition. Environment and Planning B: Planning and Design.Naismith, J. (1941). Basketball: Its Origins and Development. University of Nebraska Press.Baur, J. W. R., & Tynon, J. F. (2010). Small-scale urban nature parks: Why should we care? Leisure Sciences, Taylor & Francis.Callaghan, J., Moore, E., & Simpson, J. (2018). Coordinated action, communication, and creativity in basketball in superdiversity. Language and Intercultural Communication, Taylor & Francis.Meinig, D. W. (1979). The Interpretation of Ordinary Landscapes: Geographical Essays. Oxford University Press.Andrews, D. L. (2018). The (Trans)National Basketball Association: American Commodity-Sign Culture and Global-Local Conjuncturalism.Galeano, E. (2015). The Global Court: The Rise of International Basketball. Verso.Ungruhe, C., & Agergaard, S. (2020). Cultural Transitions in Sport: The Migration of African Basketball Players to Europe. International Review for the Sociology of SportAppadurai, A. (1996). Modernity at Large: Cultural Dimensions of Globalization. University of Minnesota Press.Meisterjahn, R. J. (2011). Everything Was Different: An Existential Phenomenological Investigation of U.S. Professional Basketball Players' Experiences Overseas.Ramos, J., Lopes, R., & Araújo, D. (2018). Network dynamics in team sports: The influence of space and time in basketball. Journal of Human Kinetics.Ribeiro, J., Silva, P., Duarte, R., Davids, K., & Araújo, D. (2019). Team sports performance analysis: A dynamical system approach. Sports Medicine. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit interplace.io

Aaron Gordon had 38 points and Russell Westbrook had a triple double to lead the Denver Nuggets to an improbable, shorthanded win over the Golden State Warriors. Dave DuFour and Law Murray breakdown the overtime finish between the Pacers and Timberwolves, the Rockets scrappy win, and the Warriors loss to the Nuggets without Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray. Then, the Athletic's Fred Katz and Dave discuss Fred's latest article on the Knicks' approach without Jalen Brunson, how it prepares them for the playoffs, and the disorganization of the Phoenix Suns.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Law Murray & Fred KatzExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio Producer: Grayson MoodyRead Fred Katz on the Knicks: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6207882/2025/03/17/knicks-offense-jalen-brunson-injury-nba/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aaron Gordon had 38 points and Russell Westbrook had a triple double to lead the Denver Nuggets to an improbable, shorthanded win over the Golden State Warriors. Dave DuFour and Law Murray breakdown the overtime finish between the Pacers and Timberwolves, the Rockets scrappy win, and the Warriors loss to the Nuggets without Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray. Then, the Athletic's Fred Katz and Dave discuss Fred's latest article on the Knicks' approach without Jalen Brunson, how it prepares them for the playoffs, and the disorganization of the Phoenix Suns. Host: Dave DuFour With: Law Murray & Fred Katz Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Read Fred Katz on the Knicks: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6207882/2025/03/17/knicks-offense-jalen-brunson-injury-nba/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

À un mois de la fin de la saison régulière, la course au MVP semble plus indécise que jamais. Nikola Jokić, tenant du titre et auteur d'une saison en triple-double, se retrouve face à une concurrence féroce en la personne de Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Le meneur du Thunder brille comme jamais, menant son équipe à la première place de l'Ouest malgré l'absence prolongée de Chet Holmgren.Alors que Jokić impressionne par son efficacité offensive et son impact global, SGA affiche des statistiques exceptionnelles et un argument collectif de poids. La question de l'historique joue-t-elle en défaveur du Serbe, déjà triplement sacré ? Ou faut-il privilégier la performance d'équipe et l'impact défensif du Canadien ? Avec des confrontations directes récentes et un dernier mois crucial, la bataille pour le trophée pourrait bien se jouer jusqu'à la dernière seconde.Les Timberwolves retrouvent leur rythme et s'imposent comme de sérieux prétendants. Avec six victoires consécutives et un retour à leur solidité défensive, ils affichent un collectif équilibré porté par Anthony Edwards et un Julius Randle en forme. Avec un calendrier favorable, Minnesota pourrait encore monter en puissance avant les Playoffs.À l'inverse, le Heat inquiète avec cinq défaites d'affilée et une incapacité à conclure ses matchs. Sans Jimmy Butler, des doutes persistent sur Tyler Herro et Andrew Wiggins. Miami semble condamné à une saison décevante, avec un risque d'élimination précoce en Playoffs.Avec Jacques Monclar, Nicolas Sarnak et Baptiste Denis.Jacques Monclar, Rémi Reverchon, Mary Patrux, Xavier Vaution, Fred Weis et Chris Singleton décryptent l'actualité de la NBA dans le Podcast NBA Extra. En complément de l'émission lancée en 2012, beIN SPORTS a créé, avec ce podcast, un nouveau format pour revenir en profondeur sur la ligue nord-américaine de basketball. Chaque semaine, les membres de l'émission débattent autour de trois thèmes majeurs, qui font l'actualité de la NBA.

Send us a textThe Anthony Davis versus Luka Dončić trade debate continues as we examine which star truly gives the Lakers the better championship opportunity. Using matchups against the Nuggets and Celtics as key data points, we explore why declaring a winner in this trade might be premature despite conventional wisdom.• Comparing Lakers' performance with Anthony Davis (AD) and Luka against elite teams like the Celtics and Nuggets• Lakers beat the Celtics with AD but lost to them with Luka Dončić• Questions about sustainability of Lakers' victory over Denver with Luka (unsustainable shooting, Jokić's subpar game)• Concerns about Luka's long-term durability despite the five-year age advantage over AD• Potential parallels to previous Lakers trades where young talent was surrendered prematurely• Analysis of championship windows against different Western Conference contenders• Questioning whether Lakers made another premature decision by prioritizing future potential over present championship opportunitiesPlease like, subscribe, comment, and tell everyone about the show. Thank you all for listening!Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!

The Nuggets won one and lost two games to Western Conference playoff teams. Miroslav is joined by Brendan Vogt of the DNVR and Rayvone Hackshaw of the 4 Corners Denver Nuggets Podcast to talk about: - Blowout loss and a blowout win versus the Thunder. What was good, and   what was bad in both games?- How real is the March exhaustion? Is Jokić playing 37 mpg until New Year    biting the Nuggets on their behind?- Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. disaster class versus the Wolves- Which Nuggets are Matchup proof?- Memphis, Lakers, Houston, Golden State, Timberwolves, Clippers.    Which are the best and worst first-round matchups for the Nuggets? Support the show: https://Patreon.com/miroslavcuk      An ALLCITY Network Production  PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events  ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsportsSubscribe:    YouTube.com/dnvr_sports  

In today's episode the boys praise Jokić for his historic 30-20-20 game, break down their weird encounter at their Sunday soccer game, Danny gets a haircut, Zach details his love for hotels, the breadsticks have their questions answered, and more!! Be sure to tune in every week for new episodes!

On the latest NBA six-pack, Will and Alex discuss whether flattening lottery odds could help eliminate tanking, the all-time MVP race between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokić, and how Jokić's historic season compares to past MVPs. They also break down the most game-changing players of the past two decades, why expectations for Scottie Barnes should be adjusted, and the three key areas where he has improved this season.Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NBA MVP race is heating up, and Nikola Jokić and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are making their cases. What were Amin and Izzy's takeaways after a back-to-back showdown between the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder earlier this week? We break down Jokić's comments on the race, and Coach Mike Malone's argument for his star player to take home the award. Plus, Tyrese Haliburton delivers the Iciest Shot of the Week, the latest on the Pacers' playoff positioning, and a look at must-watch matchups ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA MVP race is heating up, and Nikola Jokić and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are making their cases. What were Amin and Izzy's takeaways after a back-to-back showdown between the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder earlier this week? We break down Jokić's comments on the race, and Coach Mike Malone's argument for his star player to take home the award. Plus, Tyrese Haliburton delivers the Iciest Shot of the Week, the latest on the Pacers' playoff positioning, and a look at must-watch matchups ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nikola Jokić scored 35 points to go along with 18 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the Denver Nuggets to a win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Nuggets big win, the Grizzlies holding off the Suns, and the Lakers losing without LeBron James in the lineup. Then, Matt George from “Locked On Kings” joins the show right to discuss Sacramento's embarrassing loss to the Knicks, their up and down season, and potential organizational changes.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni & Matt GeorgeExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nikola Jokić scored 35 points to go along with 18 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the Denver Nuggets to a win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Nuggets big win, the Grizzlies holding off the Suns, and the Lakers losing without LeBron James in the lineup. Then, Matt George from “Locked On Kings” joins the show right to discuss Sacramento's embarrassing loss to the Knicks, their up and down season, and potential organizational changes. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni & Matt George Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Nuggets won both games in a week behind us versus the Kings and the Suns. Nikola Jokić put a 31/21/22/3 statline versus Phoenix and became the first player in the League history with a 30/20/20 game.Dan Favale of the Bleacher Report and Harwood Knocks podcast joins he show. - WTF, Joker?- Reassessing Calvin Booth's moves from last summer- Are the Nuggets underachieving or overachieving?- Jamal's grade for this season- How viable are 3 Max contracts rosters going forward?- Top 6 favorites to get out of the West Support the show:     https://Patreon.com/miroslavcuk    An ALLCITY Network Production  PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events  ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsportsSubscribe:     YouTube.com/dnvr_sports    

In a new episode of The Chris Plank Show, Chris opens the show reacting and processing Geno Smith being traded to the Raiders, Nikola Jokic’s HISTORIC night, and why would LeBron James pick the end of the Knicks game to pick a fight with Stephen A? The crew dives into the updated QB carousel after the big Geno move & a new edition of Brie’s Three! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nuggets won against Houston and Indiana and lost to Milwaukee and Boston. They still show flashes of good play, followed by problems getting schemed out of games.Miroslav is joined by Nick Hertzog.• What are the expectations from the team on March 3rd?• The roster has flaws and too many one-way players. Does Nikola Jokić's greatness enable Front Office to get away with it?• Michael Malone discovers players on his roster 50 games into the season.  • Do the Nuggets have another gear in them?• Are the main contenders flawed, too? Support the show:   https://Patreon.com/miroslavcuk  An ALLCITY Network Production  PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events  ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsportsSubscribe:    youtube.com/dnvr_sports    

The Boston Celtics are heating up, the Red Sox are making moves, and the Patriots are making headlines for all the wrong reasons. In this action-packed episode of Missing the Point, hosts Rayshawn Buchanan & Mike Marcangelo break down everything happening in Boston sports and beyond!

Donovan Mitchell scored 33 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers won their league leading 47th game of the season. Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita discuss the importance the Cavs and Thunder regular season marks, Luka and the Lakers blowout win over Jokić and the Nuggets, whether the Knicks are contenders, and if Jimmy Butler is everything for the Warriors. Then, the gang debates who has it worse while comparing the cursed seasons of the Philadelphia 76ers and the Phoenix Suns.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita & Es BaraheniExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio Producer: Grayson MoodyJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/we6bWXw2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donovan Mitchell scored 33 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers won their league leading 47th game of the season. Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita discuss the importance the Cavs and Thunder regular season marks, Luka and the Lakers blowout win over Jokić and the Nuggets, whether the Knicks are contenders, and if Jimmy Butler is everything for the Warriors. Then, the gang debates who has it worse while comparing the cursed seasons of the Philadelphia 76ers and the Phoenix Suns. Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita & Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Ua2qrEe7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DNVR Nuggets Harrison Wind & Brendan Vogt talk about if Nikola Jokic can still win his 4th NBA MVP in 5 years. Nikola Jokić is still in the MVP conversation, but can he close the gap on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander? With 27 games left in the Denver Nuggets season, the reigning Finals MVP has a chance to make a statement—especially with two crucial matchups against the Thunder coming up. If Jokić dominates and the Nuggets gain ground in the standings, his MVP odds could skyrocket. Will Jokić secure his fourth MVP, or is SGA running away with the award? Let's break down the race, the key games, and what needs to happen for Jokić to reclaim the crown!#denvernuggets #basketball #nba #nuggets #nikolajokic #jokic #nbamvp

The trade deadline passed, and many moves for the stars happened in the West. The Nuggets stayed pat, determined to rely on Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray, Michael Porter Jr., Russell Westbrook, Christian Braun, and Aaron Gordon for the upcoming playoffs.They are on a six-win streak, getting comfortable at the 3-seed in the West.Andy Bailey of the Bleacher Report joins Miroslav to assess the Nuggets' season so far.   Joker and his fifth consecutive MVP-level seasonThe balance between Jamal-Joker and Westbrook-Joker two-men gamesJulian Strawther and his role in the playoffsMPJ's career seasonAaron Gordon's struggle and evolutionChristian Braun's elite finishingLuka Doncic - Anthony Davis trade and the outlook for the Lakers and the MavsJimmy Butler to the Warriors. How good are they now?LA Clippers added Bogdan Bogdanovic and Ben Simmons. Are they better? Support the show: https://Patreon.com/miroslavcuk          An ALLCITY Network Production  PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events  ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsportsEmpire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code DNVR. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/dnvr for detailsSubscribe:     YouTube.com/dnvr_sports

After a very conservative 2024 off-season, Nikola Jokić and the Nuggets are on pace to be a 49-50-win team, after being a 57-win team the year before. Miroslav is joined by Jake Coyne, who is the head of NBA research at StatsPerform, and every Nuggets fan's favorite CBA expert, and Rayvone Hackshaw, the host of the 4 Corners Denver Nuggets Podcast. The crew discusses the trade of Luka Doncic to the Lakers, before analyzing every off-season move from last summer, Nuggets' tradeable assets, roster needs, possible trades, and moves that could open a possibility of signing a buy-out player. Finally, they speak about the roster building going forward, with the new CBA in mind. Read Jake's trade deadline preview here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JdTsbzs_LgT6Qi1SvnvGEEmO1g_O_aQE/viewRead Ray's writing here: https://fourcornermedia.net/rays-corner Support the show:     https://Patreon.com/miroslavcuk        An ALLCITY Network Production  PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events  ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsportsEmpire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code DNVR. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/dnvr for detailsSubscribe:     YouTube.com/ dnvr_sports  

Nikola Jokić recorded his fifth straight triple-double to lead the Denver Nuggets to a win over the Sacramento Kings. Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to Jokić's 70 foot buzzer beater and box score, the Lakers ability to be good or bad depending on the night, and the biggest name snubbed as an All Star starter. Then, the Athletic's Joe Vardon joins the show from Paris to talk about the awesome Victor Wembanyama show, the hum of the arena, and possible NBA expansion to Europe.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni & Joe VardonExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio Producer: Grayson MoodySubmit your questions to The Athletic NBA Daily mailbag: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5939460/2024/11/25/nba-podcast-mailbag-athletic-daily/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nikola Jokić recorded his fifth straight triple-double to lead the Denver Nuggets to a win over the Sacramento Kings. Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to Jokić's 70 foot buzzer beater and box score, the Lakers ability to be good or bad depending on the night, and the biggest name snubbed as an All Star starter. Then, the Athletic's Joe Vardon joins the show from Paris to talk about the awesome Victor Wembanyama show, the hum of the arena, and possible NBA expansion to Europe. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni & Joe Vardon Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Submit your questions to The Athletic NBA Daily mailbag: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5939460/2024/11/25/nba-podcast-mailbag-athletic-daily/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nikola Jokic has won 3 MVP's, a finals MVP, and brought the Denver Nuggets their first championship. He's somehow even better than ever. How is that possible? What does it mean? Is this the best season anyone has ever had? Brendan Vogt, Adam Mares, and D-Line Co. come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar to break down everything you need to know in this edition of the DNVR Nuggets Podcast!Start - 0:00Jokic is the story - 3:00Hangover takes - 3:43Is this the best season anyone has ever had? - 17:40Best Jokic game ever? - 35:10Is this the most fun the Nuggets have ever been to watch? - 46:10Superchats - 51:50An ALLCITY Network ProductionPARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/eventsALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsportsMERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/dnvr-lockerSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_SportsBUY GOLDEN ERA: https://www.triumphbooks.com/golden-era-products-9781637273692.php?page_id=21Breck Brew Ice Deck Giveaway: http://breckbrew.com/icedeckbet365: Go to https://www.bet365.com/hub/en-us/app-hero-banner-1?utm_source=affiliate&utm_campaign=usapp&utm_medium=affiliate&affiliate=365_03485318 or use code DNVR365 when you sign up. Must be 21+ and physically located in CO.  Please gamble responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help call or TEXT 1-800-GAMBLEREmpire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code DNVR. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/dnvr for detailsGo to https://millerlite.com/dnvr to find delivery options near you. Or you can pick up some Miller Lite pretty much anywhere they sell beer. Tastes like Miller Time. Celebrate Responsibly. Miller Brewing Company, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head to http://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code DNVR for 10% off!Download the Circle K app and join the Inner Circle or visit https://www.circlek.com/inner-circle!Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply.Check out FOCO merch and collectibles here https://foco.vegb.net/DNVRNugs and use promo code “DNVR10” for 10% off your order on all non Pre Order items.Exclusively for our listeners, Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DNVR for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people.Birdcall: Right now, DNVR fans can score 20% off at Birdcall with promo code “DNVR”! Get down to Birdcall or order online at https://eatbirdcall.com and grab this offer now through the end of the month. Offer valid for any order of $10 or more. Limit 1 per guest per day. Not valid on catering orders or through 3rd party delivery sites.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/dnvr today to get 10% off your first month and get on your way to being your best self.Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freenuggets. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan.When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions.Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.#Nuglife

The Phoenix Suns traded their 2031 first round pick to the Utah Jazz for three future first rounders. Dave DuFour and Zena Keita discuss the Suns trade, what it means for Jimmy Butler, and the season Nikola Jokic is having. Then, the Athletic's Marcus Thompson joins the show to discuss the idea of Rivals Week, how Cam Johnson can swing the championship, and why the Thunder have title pressure this season.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita & Marcus ThompsonExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio Producer: Grayson MoodySubmit your questions to The Athletic NBA Daily mailbag: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5939460/2024/11/25/nba-podcast-mailbag-athletic-daily/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Phoenix Suns traded their 2031 first round pick to the Utah Jazz for three future first rounders. Dave DuFour and Zena Keita discuss the Suns trade, what it means for Jimmy Butler, and the season Nikola Jokic is having. Then, the Athletic's Marcus Thompson joins the show to discuss the idea of Rivals Week, how Cam Johnson can swing the championship, and why the Thunder have title pressure this season. Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita & Marcus Thompson Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Submit your questions to The Athletic NBA Daily mailbag: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5939460/2024/11/25/nba-podcast-mailbag-athletic-daily/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices