Podcast appearances and mentions of peyton watson

HOU: The Rockets have a ton of ammo. Would it make sense to get Giannis? What about another starter-level upgrade?SAS: Would it make sense for THEM to get Giannis? What about MPJ? 15:27OKC: Does one of the most stacked teams in NBA history have any moves to make right now? 27:00MIN: The Wolves need another rotation piece, how can they get one? 33:04UTA: The Jazz have cap space and/or a trade exception to take on money.  Plus, why we don't think they should move Markkanen or Kessler. 41:16DEN: How has Peyton Watson's emergence changed their calculation at the deadline? 53:29POR: The Blazers would like to make the playoffs, can the trade market help? 1:00:17 Join Dunc'd On Prime for 35% off a yearly subscription in honor of the Mock Trade Deadline! Use code mockdeadline26. Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Drive is live from Sportsbook Bar and Grill in Parker. In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil share what their biggest key to victory is for the Broncos. Will the Broncos pass rush be able to frustrate Drake Maye and force him into making mistakes? Is there a way the Broncos can win without creating turnovers on defense? We have breaking news as JK Dobbins has been officially ruled out of the game. Who strikes the most fear in the guys from the Patriots? Which team will be the more physical team? Who will Stidham target the most throughout the game? Today's "Three Count" features John Elway serving as the honorary captain during the game and Champ Bailey firing up the crowd, Peyton Watson going for a career high 35 points in last nights Nuggets win, and the Bills interviewing Phillip Rivers for their head coaching vacancy. Our 9News Broncos insider Mike Klis joins the show to discuss if Jarrett Stidham can play well enough for a Broncos win, if the Broncos can win without winning the turnover battle, and much more. 

Bruce Haertl and Troy Renck are in for Hot Takes on a Friday morning. Peyton Watson scored a career-high 35 points in the Nuggets win last night in Washington DC. Has Watson played himself into a full-time starter? Has this injury spurt for the Nuggets actually been a good thing in terms on discovery for David Adelman? Full Broncos vs. Patriots AFC Championship Game preview. How big of a factor can J.K. Dobbins be? What are the realistic expectations for Jarrett Stidham? What type of game plan will Sean Payton draw up? And how different will it be from what it would've looked like with Nix? Finally, what's the one thing that absolutely has to happen on Sunday to give the Broncos a chance? Final score predictions. Check out a Football Friday edition of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn previews the upcoming Denver Nuggets road trip, including the possibility of Jonas Valanciunas returning from injury in tonight's game vs the Washington Wizards. Then, Ryan goes over details about Spencer Jones, Denver's trade deadline goals, and why the repeater tax will impact their plans to keep Peyton Watson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What's up everyone. This episode was recorded on the 12th. Ray and Peter are joined by CT and in this segment they discuss the emergence of Peyton Watson in the absence of most of the original starting unit. Thanks for all the support and we will have more episodes later this week!Find us online:Ray @rayvonehackshawPeter @bucketsince88CT @CTFazio24

In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil heard from Sean Payton talking about Bo Nix's ankle injury and how Nix told him he was hurt on the field. If Jarrett Stidham plays well, could he follow a Broncos assistant coach to another team in the offseason to be a starter? The guys reacted to Sean McDermott being fired from the Bills. Could Stidham become the next Peyton Watson? 

The Chicago Bulls dominated the Brooklyn Nets 124-102 behind a FLAMING shooting night from Coby White and Ayo Dosunmu

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On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn and Danny Bailey go LIVE from Number Thirty-Eight to provide Mid-Season Grades for the Denver Nuggets on the 2025-26 season. They discuss Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Peyton Watson, and much more before previewing the weekend back-to-back vs Washington and Charlotte. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The guys discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder finally defeating the San Antonio Spurs, the best coaching jobs in the league so far, the Los Angeles Clippers becoming the hottest team in the league, Peyton Watson taking a leap for the Denver Nuggets, Jonathan Kuminga demanding to be traded, Giannis Antetokounmpo stating he'll never request a trade from Milwaukee, Rich Paul attempting to move Austin Reaves and more.

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn goes over the Denver Nuggets hard fought win vs the Dallas Mavericks on a back-to-back. He credits Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, Peyton Watson, and others before looking closer at Jamal Murray's All-Star leap. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Nuggets earned another impressive win, beating the Mavericks in Dallas 118-109 last night. When Cam Johnson returns to the court, will he be coming off the bench as Peyton Watson has emerged as a bonafide starter? Jalen Pickett has really stepped up lately as well. A look at the quarterback/head coach combinations in the playoffs. Where does Bo Nix/Sean Payton rank among the playoff teams? Plus, a deep dive into the turnaround of the Broncos since Sean Payton has arrived. Catch a Thursday episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show looking forward to the Broncos’ playoff game after a bye week. Stoke educates the 6am listeners on what goes into the week of prep when you have the bye in the playoffs. They debate what the Nuggets need to give up in order to keep Peyton Watson in Denver. Sean Payton and the 6am Duo play the role of playoff myth buster to debunk the myth of playoff experience. Mama Nix chimed in about her son’s upcoming playoff game and Mike thinks it’s very enlightening about how Bo carries himself. Should Bruce Brown be out of the rotation? Stoke tells us who he thinks should take his place. Von Miller desperately wants to return to the Broncos but the guys explain why Von’s time has passed in Denver.  

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Wednesday Jan 14. Munaf Manji opened the January 14, 2026 edition of the Cash That Ticket Podcast by outlining a midweek betting discussion focused on NBA matchups, league news, and select NFL developments as the sports calendar moved deeper into January. Dave Essler joined the show and immediately referenced a successful live betting read from their previous discussion, noting they correctly anticipated a low scoring first quarter that finished exactly 3 to 0 before recommending the game over, which ultimately cashed at 32, reinforcing the value of game flow analysis and patience. Manji transitioned into an NBA recap, highlighting how player props can be derailed by blowouts, using Milwaukee's 139 to 106 home loss to Minnesota as the example. Giannis Antetokounmpo finished with 25 points and 8 rebounds, falling short of a 30.5 points prop and a 10.5 rebounds line after the game became noncompetitive, illustrating how reduced minutes can negate strong individual performance. Manji also referenced Phoenix erasing a 17 point deficit against Miami by winning the third quarter 38 to 21, only for late game execution to ruin certain bets, reinforcing the volatility of NBA markets. The conversation shifted to major NBA news surrounding Anthony Davis, with Essler noting conflicting reports but stressing that regardless of surgery language, Davis would miss several months. Essler pointed out Davis has frequently played only 20 to 50 games per season since 2020 and appeared in roughly 29 of 73 games with Dallas, questioning his trade value as he approaches age 33. Manji discussed potential fits, focusing on Detroit's 28 and 10 record and Cade Cunningham's MVP caliber season, arguing Davis could still impact both ends of the floor if healthy. Essler reframed the situation through a futures betting lens, citing Detroit at 20 to 1 and Toronto at 150 to 1 as examples of numbers that would move sharply if a trade occurred. The show then moved to Wednesday's NBA card, starting with Cleveland at Philadelphia, where the 76ers were favored by 1.5 with a 237.5 total. Cleveland entered at 22 and 19, while Philadelphia sat at 22 and 16 but just 10 and 9 at home. Essler explained why he liked Philadelphia despite most tickets on Cleveland, pointing to line movement from around 3.5 down to 1.5 and recent form with six wins in eight games. Manji agreed, citing Joel Embiid's matchup advantage, Cleveland's 8 and 9 road record, and ongoing chemistry concerns. Essler added that Embiid's presence often slows pace, noting the 76ers have averaged four to five fewer possessions than normal recently, making the under appealing. The discussion continued with Denver at Dallas, where the Mavericks were favored by 1.5 after Denver's 122 to 116 win in New Orleans. Jamal Murray logged 37 minutes with 35 points and 9 assists, Peyton Watson played 39 minutes, and Tim Hardaway Jr. played 33 minutes, raising fatigue concerns without Nikola Jokic available. Both hosts leaned Dallas, with Manji noting Najee Marshall's recent 22 and 17 point outings and the opportunity for expanded roles. The episode closed with NFL news as Mike Tomlin stepped down after 19 seasons as Steelers head coach. Essler praised Tomlin for leaving on his own terms and dismissed narratives around forced departure, emphasizing his record of never having a losing season. Manji noted the rarity of the move, as Pittsburgh has had only four head coaches since 1969, and suggested Tomlin may take time away before returning. The show concluded with best bets, including Manji backing the Knicks minus 10.5 and their team total over 120.5, and Essler selecting Charlotte plus 3.5 against Tulsa, reinforcing the theme of disciplined, market based betting rather than chasing narratives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dover and Cecil opened the show talking about how the Broncos are locked in ahead of their playoff game against the Bills. Why did the odds flip in favor of the Broncos. The fellas called out Sean Payton for saying that playoff experience doesn't really matter. The guys heard from Payton explaining why he wants the crowd to be loud when the Bills offense is heading into the huddle. How good was Peyton Watson and the Nuggets last night? 

In the final hour, Dover and Cecil reacted to last night's Nuggets game. How good has Peyton Watson been and has he been better than Cam Johnson? The fellas previewed the Broncos-Bills matchup and discussed if the Denver defense needs to spy Josh Allen. What are the best options at middle linebacker this week? The guys explained that WRs need to make plays based off what the Buffalo defense is giving them. 

The Denver Nuggets beat the New Orleans Pelicans to go to 27-13. Remarkable considering that Nikola Jokic has been out since December 29th. In the second half Jeff talks about how the aprons might affect Anthony Davis trade scenarios and the restricted free agency of Peyton Watson. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:00 - The Jokic-less Nuggets won AGAIN! This is not how we saw these games going, but in a good way! Peyton Watson is having himself a month. His play in January has been fantastic. You know who isn't feeling well? Poor Brett Kane. He barely survived the Appetizer then had to leave the building. The Plague comes for all of us eventually.17:42 - Did Luca Evans kick Sean Payton's dog or something? Sean really has a bone to pick with Luca "My Name is Luca" Evans for some reason. He got after Luca again yesterday. Do we care about how he treats Luca? Is it "real" or is it playful?36:07 - Peyton Watson is absolutely playing himself into a contract extension with the Nuggets. No question. But the problem is...can they afford him? Do they want to go into the aapron to keep him? If they don't, what are their options?

0:00 - Are the Avs getting healthier? Or did they catch the same plague that we all did? The Avs actually have an extended bit of rest before they host Nasvhille on Friday. How are they using the extra time off? Avalanche Head Coach Jared Bednar answered all our burning questions this morning.18:02 - We need help! Let's make a call to the bullpen. Darren "DMac" McKee (who puts the D in PHD) taps in for a sick Brett Kane.31:45 - Vic Lombardi sat down for a one-on-one interview with Western Conference Player of the Week Peyton Watson yesterday.

The Nuggets earned a 122-116 win in New Orleans against the Pelicans last night, led by Jamal Murray and Peyton Watson. Watson had another big night with 31 points and last week, won Western Conference Player of the Week. Watson is a RFA at the end of the year - will the Nuggets be able to keep him? A look at all of the Bills injuries compared to the Broncos relatively clean bill of health. Are the Broncos being disrespected by the national media? Plus, last year's NFL MVP Josh Allen has never been to a Super Bowl. If he never wins one, will he be the greatest athlete to never win a championship? Tune into a Wednesday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn reacts to Peyton Watson winning Western Conference Player of the Week and discusses his career trajectory. Is this a star turn? Can Watson keep doing this for the Nuggets? Ryan also previews Denver's road back-to-back against the New Orleans Pelicans and Dallas Mavericks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

00:00 Jeff Legwold joins the show.19:35 What the Broncos need to do to beat the Bills.33:15 More on Broncos-Bills and Peyton Watson named NBA WC POTW.

Trae Young trade rumors are heating up — and that's just the beginning. On this episode of The Alley Oop Basketball Show on DLS Hoops, hosts Juju Gotti and Trysta Krick break down the latest NBA chaos, wild storylines, and hilarious moments you didn't know you needed. The duo dives into:  -Trae Young trade speculation and what it could mean for the Hawks and the league-Peyton Watson and why his name keeps popping up in NBA conversations-Deni Avdija landing with the Portland Trail Blazers and what his role could look like-Isaiah Thomas vs. Michael Jordan hate — and why that beef still hits decades later And yes… a kangaroo absolutely losing its mind, because sports culture is undefeated From serious NBA analysis to completely unhinged moments, Juju and Trysta keep it real, funny, and unpredictable — just how Alley Oop fans like it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest Pickaxe and Roll episode, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets big win vs the Boston Celtics to close a difficult road trip strong. Peyton Watson's 30 points and Jamal Murray's 17 assists highlight the offensive execution, while Zeke Nnaji led the charge defensively. Blackburn gives credit to Denver for stabilizing their season without Nikola Jokic available. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour planning for the snow before Stink and Stoke educate the 7am listeners about how teams handle the first-round bye. Peyton Manning talked about the intense scrutiny that Bo has seen this season and the Broncos’ measuring stick for success. The NHL is looking to the Avalanche to save one of their time-honored traditions. The Nuggets may have a Peyton Watson problem on their hands after the young man stepped up his game, the guys debate whether they should sign him or who the Nuggets could ship out to keep PWat. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover Jerry Jones’ pipe dream, the end of Russ’ career, and the College Football Semifinals. 

The Celtics come into this game as one of the hottest teams in the NBA playing against a Nuggets team without Jokic and walk out with a 114-110 loss. Jamal Murray absolutely ripped apart the Celtics defense and ended up with 17 assists!!! Peyton Watson, who averages 12PPG ended the night with 30pts on 6-7 from 3 and was a walking bucket all night. It was definitely a tough loss but there is a lot to cover! Make sure to tune into the full podcast for our player analysis and complete game summary!This podcast is brought to you by me, Guy DePlacido. I have been a Loan Officer servicing MA, NH and ME for the last 5 years so if you are looking to buy or refinance, reach out to me today at (978) 804-7756 or email me at guy.deplacido@ccm.com! Like the Boston Celtics, I know that you need a great team behind you to win so this year I am partnering with some of my favorites including Deb Burke, and Collin Tucker.If you're looking to buy or sell a home in the near future meet Deb Burke, your trusted realtor at Compass Real Estate, serving MA and NH. With a passion for finding dream homes, Deb is committed to making your real estate journey a breeze. Whether you're buying or selling, Deb's got your back. Reach out today at 978-930-4621 or email deb.burke@compass.com to start your next chapter. Let's turn your real estate dreams into reality!After getting preapproved with me and finding your home with Deb Burke, you'll want to make sure your home is protected and for that, there is nobody better than Collin Tucker at Berlin Insurance Group. Collin is a local agent but he is licensed in all of New England with over 20+ carriers for auto and home insurance guaranteeing the lowest quote possible. I have worked with Collin so many times not only for my clients insurance needs but mine as well. Reach out to Collin Tucker at Berlin Insurance Group at 508-459-1226 or Collin@berlininsurancegroup.comOne of my favorite things about the Celtics is how much they care and give back to the community and INspire Cafe is following that model too. Inspire Cafe is a Community Cafe in Wakefield on a mission to inspire change and creating a more inclusive world where individuals with diverse abilities are not just included but valued. If you're looking for, not only amazing food, but an opportunity to support a cafe that is inspiring change check out INspire Cafe in Wakefield today! 

Dover and Richie kicked off the show reacting to the Nuggets getting a win in Boston without Nikola Jokic. The guys gave their thoughts on Peyton Watson scoring 30 points along with Jamal Murray adding 17 assists. Are there any concerns with Bo Nix and the Broncos offense heading into the playoffs? What about the WRs dropping so many passes? 

In the 3rd hour, Dover and Richie reacted to last night's Nuggets win over the Celtics. How good was Peyton Watson and would the guys be fine with him leaving after the season to get a big pay day? Is there any concerns with the Broncos' special teams heading into the playoffs? The fellas talked about how the NFL viewership went up again this season. 

The Celtics fell to the Nuggets at home on Wednesday night, thanks to some uncharacteristic struggles on the offensive end. Denver was missing Nikola Jokic, but they got plenty of contributions from Jamal Murray and Peyton Watson. Chud and Doug break it all down, react in real time to a crazy night in the NBA, break down the Trae Young trade, and much more!Follow the show on Twitter/X:@ChuddysCorner@KingChuddy@Doug_Outs@_nickpirainoSHOP OUR STORE at ChuddysCorner.com/storeLeave us a voicemail at ChuddysCorner.comLike, subscribe, and rate the podcast!00:00 Celtics vs. Nuggets: A Tough Loss02:52 Offensive Struggles and Key Players06:03 Defensive Matchups and Game Dynamics08:47 Nuggets' Depth and Performance11:53 Game Analysis and Future Implications14:56 Trade Rumors and Team Changes21:27 NBA Game Highlights and Reactions24:13 Trae Young Trade Analysis31:29 Future Implications for Trae Young and the Wizards

The Nuggets put a bow on their 7-game road trip with a 114-110 win in Boston last night. Peyton Watson, Zeke Nnaji and Jamal Murray all stepped up in big moments. How good is the Nuggets bench when the team has a full bill of health? Was Calvin Booth right when he signed Nnaji to the new deal while drafting Watson and Jalen Pickett? Plus, a look at the wide open AFC this year. Redrafting the 2024 QB class. What would the Top-4 look like? Check out another episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets insane win over the Philadelphia 76ers. Jalen Pickett, Peyton Watson, and Zeke Nnaji balled out, and it didn't matter that the Nuggets were missing all five starters. Ryan discusses the win, Denver's culture, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil reacted to the Nuggets beating the 76ers last night. Would the Nuggets be willing to go into the 2nd apron by paying Peyton Watson? Dover broke down his Danger Rankings with the playoffs. Should the Broncos want the easiest or toughest path to the Super Bowl?

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue their conversation on the Nuggets and debate if Denver should have paid Peyton Watson instead of Christian Braun last off season and if it is worth it for the nuggets to go into the second apron to pay Watson now. We pivot to the Broncos and breakdown what players will have incentives on the line this weekend. Phil explains the dynamic with incentives between the player and the organization. Today's "Three Count" features the Broncos updated projections for the AFC title game and Super Bowl, fun facts from the College Football Playoff's final four teams, and which NFL game we are most looking forward to this weekend. Our 9News Broncos insider Mike Klis joins the show to discuss if Mike is looking for "style points" on Sunday, the concerns with the Broncos sack numbers going down, and more. 

Will Lou goes live to break down the Toronto Raptors' 106-103 loss to the Denver Nuggets on New Year's Eve. He details the Raptors' issues in crunch time, the struggles of the bench unit against zone coverages, and wishes everyone a happy 2026.Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram, RJ BarrettGerald Henderson award: Peyton Watson#nba #raptors #nuggets 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.Reach 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 Denver Nuggets win depite missing four of their five starters. Also, Jonas Valaciunas went down with a right leg injury. We're hoping to know more soon. Jamal Murray, Peyton Watson, and DaRon Holmes carried the Nuggets to an unbelievable win! Happy New Year from the entire Altitude Sports Radio Network Family! 

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets loss at the buzzer against the Dallas Mavericks. He goes over the decision by Nikola Jokic to pass to Peyton Watson rather than shoot the ball himself. He also discusses the Cam Johnson injury and how concerning it is for the Nuggets in the short term and possibly long term. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What did Kliff Kingsbury expose about Vance Joseph's defense? VJ was the DC under Kingsbury in Arizona. After tomorrow, Broncos only play 5 more games at Arrowhead Stadium. Does the Broncos-Chiefs rivalry lose some luster if every game is played inside with no elements, starting in 2031? More Nuggets talk, including Peyton Watson's play of late and a possible upcoming contract extension. A look at the Week 17 NFL slate. 

Chad Andrus and John Davis are in for SEM on Christmas Eve! A look at the six Broncos Pro Bowlers. On a short week, the Broncos will be out a couple guys tomorrow night in Kansas City. Dre Greenlaw and Pat Bryant will likely be out. The guys ask the textline what unique Christmas Eve or Christmas traditions they have. Recap of the Nuggets loss in Dallas last night in which Peyton Watson missed a open 3-pointer at the buzzer. Recap of the Avs 1-0 win over the Utah Mammoth. Did karma come around early for the Chiefs? 

Nate and Danny tackle Western Conference mailbag questions from the Dallas Mavericks through the LA Lakers, digging into star-trade calculus, emerging young players, and which contenders really scare OKC and Denver.Dallas Mavericks — 0:55Is Max Christie's 65% true shooting for real, and if/when his shooting regresses, can he still be a starter on a championship team?How should Dallas value and time a potential Anthony Davis trade—what kind of package is “enough,” how much does the extension/player option risk matter, and is it better to move him now or wait?Given their place in the standings and draft-lottery odds, how low can Dallas realistically fall in the West, and how much does that affect the urgency to trade Davis?Would a Trae Young–for–Anthony Davis swap make sense for either the Mavericks or the Hawks in terms of fit and direction?How does the Derek Lively–Cason Wallace–Dāvis Bertāns draft-night trade look 2.5 years later for both Dallas and OKC, and which side would you rather be on now?Denver Nuggets — 17:57How has Peyton Watson grown offensively, and is he finally ready to be a reliable playoff-rotation player?Why is Zeke Nnaji still getting minutes over DaRon Holmes—are the Nuggets trying to pump up Nnaji's trade value, or do they genuinely see him as the better fit?What are Denver's best and worst potential playoff matchups in the first two rounds (with OKC assumed as the 1-seed and off the board)?Golden State Warriors — 28:40As in so many recent seasons, the Warriors hit mid-December around .500—what's the single biggest factor that can actually turn their season around?Is there any realistic “retool” path where Golden State trades some of the youth to become a legitimate threat again in games where Steph drops 40+ (e.g., moving Pods/Kuminga plus picks for a real starter)?Is the fan criticism of Brandin Podziemski this year justified—how good is he actually and what are his limitations?How much faith should we have in the Warriors' front office to build another contender post-Steph based on their track record?What's the most likely resolution with Jonathan Kuminga—do the Warriors still see him as a core piece, or is he basically just flotsam matching salary at this point?With Steph still playing at an elite level but the team stuck in the middle, are the Warriors really in an intractable “can't blow it up / can't contend” quandary, or is the path forward actually straightforward?Houston Rockets — 44:17If Giannis becomes available, should the Rockets not go after him this season because of OKC's dominance and instead wait to add another star later, or is this exactly the kind of opportunity you must seize?How much better would Giannis actually make Houston in the next 2–3 years compared with just riding out growth with Alperen Şengün and the current core—and is a Şengün-for-Giannis framework ever worth it?Is a core trio of Amen Thompson–Şengün–Giannis really viable given their combined limitations, and if so, who becomes the odd man out long-term?Is Reed Sheppard being misused when he's just parked in the corner while others run the offense—are the Rockets wasting his on-ball skills by treating him like a pure 3-and-D guard?Including possible trades, who is the bigger playoff threat to the Thunder this year: the Spurs or the Rockets?LA Clippers — 53:52Do the Clippers' struggles this season help them at all when the league decides Kawhi Leonard's punishment, or is that totally irrelevant to discipline?How much of the Clippers' disaster season is real underlying weakness versus bad clutch luck and opponent shooting luck (teams bombing threes against them)?What is the most likely course of action for the Clippers at the trade deadline—could they or should they do any kind of “firesale” given they owe so many picks?In hindsight, did the Clippers have the worst offseason—essentially gifting Miami an All-Star-caliber Norman Powell while signing a washed Brook Lopez—and how badly did that set them back?What are the realistic odds the Clippers can claw back to the 10th seed and at least mildly salvage their season?LA Lakers — 1:04:21The Lakers' record is great but their net rating is mediocre—what are their biggest weaknesses or needs, and do they actually play well enough consistently to reach the West finals or NBA Finals?In the MVP discussion, did you underrate Luka Doncic compared with Giannis—if you swapped their team contexts (Luka on the Bucks, Giannis on the Lakers/Mavs), how would that affect their cases, especially when you account for defense?With LeBron driving less and spending more time on the perimeter, would the Lakers' offense be better if they used him more in the post/elbow or as a handoff hub instead of having him just initiate from outside? 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In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil are joined by veteran NFL reporter James Palmer to discuss if Bo Nix can find himself in the MVP race if the Broncos win out, if the Chiefs dynasty is ending as the Broncos open up their Super Bowl window, and much more. Does Sean Payton need to start being more vocal about the unfair officiating of Riley Moss and his defensive pass interference calls? Phil explains why Moss is having an underrated and breakout season. Did Sunday serve as a reminder for how great Courtland Sutton is and how he can be a legitimate number one receiver? Is Sutton already a top 5 receiver in Broncos history and is he on his way of becoming a Ring of Famer? The guys react to the Nuggets gritty win over the Rockets last night as Jokic fouled out of the game and Peyton Watson was injured early in the game. 

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss the NBA midseason tournament and the rivalry bubbling between the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs. Where do the Nuggets fit into the NBA landscape with these two young NBA teams? Does Sean Payton need to start being more vocal about the unfair officiating of Riley Moss and his defensive pass interference calls? Is Riley Moss having an underrated breakout season? Did Sunday serve as a reminder for how great Courtland Sutton is and how he can be a legitimate number one receiver? Is Sutton already a top 5 receiver in Broncos history and is he on his way of becoming a Ring of Famer? The guys react to the Nuggets gritty win over the Rockets last night as Jokic fouled out of the game and Peyton Watson was injured early in the game. 

Nikola Jokic got his triple double but fouls came a dime a dozen tonight. As Joker fouled out, Jamal Murray and Spencer Jones made sure the Nuggets held on in OT to win! Peyton Watson went out with an injury but THJ and co. stepped up on his behalf. This is one of those crazy, fun games that only Jason Kosmicki can detail for you from Ball Arena! 

On the latest Pickaxe and Roll episode, Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 125-115 win over the Memphis Grizzlies with Jamal Murray playing like an All-Star and Nikola Jokic making insane plays in the second half. He also discusses Peyton Watson, Cam Johnson, and what the Nuggets do now with three days off. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Cecil and Will. The guys discuss the possible playoff paths for the Broncos and if the "national media" will respect a path that doesn't include the top teams in the AFC. Zach and Phil react to Sean Payton's comments on Wil Lutz contract extension and speculate which other Broncos are in line for an extension that don't already have one. We recap the Nuggets win on the road in Memphis and give Peyton Watson his credit after another great performance. Could Watson be playing himself into a starting role for the Nuggets? We react to JuJu Lewis and Deion Sanders announcing Lewis will not play in the Buffaloes final game of the season to preserve his redshirt season. Is this the right move for CU and Lewis' long term college career?

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil are joined by veteran NFL reporter James Palmer to discuss the biggest question marks for the Broncos as they head out of the bye, if Jaquan McMillian and the Broncos will agree to a contract extension, and how the Broncos can continue to lean into their strength of running the ball without JK Dobbins. Who are the biggest threats to the Broncos in the AFC? We react to Sean Payton's comments on Wil Lutz contract extension and speculate which other Broncos are in line for an extension that don't already have one. We react to JuJu Lewis and Deion Sanders announcing Lewis will not play in the Buffaloes final game of the season to preserve his redshirt season. Is this the right move for CU and Lewis' long term college career? We give Peyton Watson his credit after another great performance last night and debate if Watson could be playing himself into a bigger role for the Nuggets?

Cecil and Will Petersen kicked off the show reacting to the Nuggets getting another win over the Grizzlies. The fellas talked about Peyton Watson having another big game. Do the Broncos need to be all gas and no breaks moving forward to get the No. 1 seed in the AFC? The guys discussed if the Broncos caught a break with Jayden Daniels more than likely not playing Sunday night. 

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets win over the New Orleans Pelicans and the career high 32 points and 12 rebounds from Peyton Watson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour talking about lawn care between Stink and Stoke, how is Stink’s eye doing this time? They get some more info on Stoke’s mobile snowblower guy before they project Peyton Watson’s second contract if he keeps up his torrid scoring pace from last night’s win. The Morning Crew discuss housework, drama on The Drive, and they even try to get Mike fired before they get to 4 Down Territory where they cover why the Broncos have been successful in close games, the lopsided media coverage about the Broncos’ big win, and the great Jayden debate.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour discussing Stoke’s upcoming snow day setup. They project what Peyton Watson’s second contract will look like. They take on The Drive’s trivia challenge, how will they do after a 2-2 effort last week? Mike and Stoke share their stories about the most intimidating coaches they’ve ever faced to cap off today’s show.