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On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets shooting guard position and assigns season grades to Christian Braun, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Julian Strawther. He goes over Denver's next steps at shooting guard and identifies some free agency and trade targets for the offseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan MailWe run through the 2026 NBA Awards finalists and lock in our predictions from Coach of the Year all the way to MVP. We weigh team record, availability, defensive impact, and late-game responsibility, then ask you to tell us who really deserves the hardware.• Coach of the Year finalists and why Spurs' Mitch Johnson gets our pick • Clutch Player of the Year case for Jamal Murray over Anthony Edwards and SGA • Sixth Man of the Year as a true jump ball between Tim Hardaway Jr., Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Keldon Johnson • Most Improved Player reasoning and why we lean Nickeil Alexander-Walker • Defensive Player of the Year breakdown and why Victor Wembanyama feels like the easy choice • Rookie of the Year stats and why Cooper Flagg separates as the best two-way rookie • MVP criteria debate with availability, win shares, and team success pushing SGA to the top Please make sure to like, subscribe, comment, tell anyone who's anyone about the showSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!
Adam Schefter of ESPN was on with Get Up to talk about AJ Brown and how it looks like he'll be heading to the Patriots. But will AJ Brown's drama mix well with the Mike Vrabel Dianna Russini chaos?Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba wore a size 12 shoe all through college, now the Seahawks have him wearing a size 10.5. WTF???Dalton Rushing - Dodgers catcher, alluded that the Colorado Rockies were cheating. DeHuff thinks it's more that Dalton doesn't know how to lose.NBA awards finalists have been announced, and DeHuff can't bite his tongue with his distaste of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA). Nikola Jokic, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Jamal Murray are all finalists in different categories. (NBA MVP, Clutch Player, Sixth Man)Update on the Nuggets / Timberwolves series - We heard from Jamal Murray.The Avalanche and Kings will be a tight series.And DeHuff is going to make a hype video so he can convince the Rockies that he should throw out a first pitch.
For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Mike Mark and Stoke get into The Avs win from the previous night and ask if the President’s Trophy curse is real. We then welcome in Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway Sr as Mark’s mystery guest at 7:30 am to talk about The Nuggs playoff chances and how Tim Hardaway Jr will contribute to playoff wins. And in four down territory Stoke gets on a rant about The Avs resting their starters.
Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss their excitement for the Rockies and ask why fans are so hesitant to jump on the bandwagon. Should baseball fans give Walker Monfort a fair shot? Zach and Phil breakdown the Nuggets and Grizzlies game last night in which the Nuggets took care of business winning by 17 and gave Jokic some rest with him only playing 31 minutes in the game. How impressive has the Nuggets 10-game win streak been when some of the teams they are facing have intentionally lost? We hear from Jamal Murray and his praise for Tim Hardaway Jr., advocating for him to win 6th man of the year. We preview the Avalanche and Flames game tonight where the Avs can win the President's Cup? Will MacKenzie Blackwood gain some confidence heading into the playoffs?
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil were joined by Mike Klis as he talked about how RB and TE are the the top two positions for the Broncos in the upcoming NFL Draft. The fellas talked about the Nuggets winning their 10th game in a row. How good has Tim Hardaway Jr. been for the Nuggets this year. The guys broke down how the Rockies swept the Astros this week. Closing out the hour, the guys get their Masters Update!!
The Denver Nuggets were trying to figure out when to put their foot on the gas and pull away! Jamal Murray kept them afloat early but Tim Hardaway Jr., Cam Johnson, and Joker took this game over in the 3rd and rest was history! The Grizzlies didn't play any of their starters due mostly to injuries, which helped the Nuggets, who are in a race for the 3rd seed in the West! Koz was on the call from ball!
In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown what they've seen from the annual NFL meetings, Sean Payton holding court and talking to other coaches around the league, and more. We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on the changes with Davis Webb taking over play calling. How will Webb and Bo Nix's relationship change as Webb is no longer his position coach but the offensive coordinator? We pivot to the Rockies as they won today, taking a series over the Blue Jays. How impressive has Kyle Freeland been this season in his two starts? Today's "Three Count" features Tim Hardaway Jr. on the verge of being second all-time in single season three pointers for the Nuggets and Luka Doncic having an all-time scoring month for the Lakers as they went 15-2 in March. Who is the more important player for their team's championship hopes between Aaron Gordon and Cale Makar?
On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll LIVE from Number Thirty-Eight, Ryan Blackburn and Danny Bailey break down the Denver Nuggets close win over the Utah Jazz. Jamal Murray set a big record, Nikola Jokic shined (offensively) and Tim Hardaway Jr. made huge shots in the fourth quarter to give the Nuggets life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On this week's episode of ‘The Old Man and the Three', Cam Johnson breaks down the final 10-game stretch of the regular season for the Denver Nuggets and the Western Conference playoff battle. He also discusses Tim Hardaway Jr.'s big games, the return of Peyton Watson, and the Nuggets finally being healthy for the first time since early November. Cam then gets into the NCAA Tournament and March Madness, and shares his thoughts on UNC basketball after the Tar Heels were upset in the first round by VCU. Let's go!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
0:00 - If you come to the Avs as a free agent or in a trade, you're instantly going to get better. It's science. Marty Nachos is having himself a career year, and Nicolas Roy is already red-hot. It's science. Colorado is the place to be.15:22 - The Rockies have their opening day roster set! Do we actually know these guys? How many members of the roster can Vic name?Also, David Adelman sung Peyton Watson's praises in his postgame press conference. Brett says there's no way they're letting Watson walk after this season. He's too important. They're gonna do what they have to do to keep up.32:34 - Oh, by the way...Tim Hardaway Jr is in the conversation for Sixth Man of the Year and he absolutely should be. Oh, by the way...we're going start to teaching classes on Moser, Lombardi and Kane. Which subjects would each of us teach? Oh, by the way...the Buffalo Sabres just rattled off one of the best 40-game stretches in NHL HISTORY!
LIVE from Number Thirty-Eight at the Mile High Sports Studio, Ryan Blackburn and Danny Bailey react to the Denver Nuggets win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. They discuss big plays from Jamal Murray and Tim Hardaway Jr., the pressure on Nikola Jokic, and the rising levels of intensity in the stretch run of the schedule. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Will Lou goes live to break down the Toronto Raptors' 121-115 loss to the Denver Nuggets. He praises the effort from Scottie Barnes and Jakob Poeltl, then laments the errors made by the team and coaching staff in the fourth quarter that cost them the game.Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, Scottie Barnes, Ja'Kobe WalterGerald Henderson award: Tim Hardaway Jr.#nba #raptors #nuggets This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino.Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnnReach 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!Link to Lotto Max contest: https://play.raptors.com/tb_app/543378 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Raptors faced the Nuggets in a big test for both teams. The role players were the ones that decided this game.
The Oklahoma City Thunder didn't know what hit them to open the game as Aaron Gordon scored 19 points in the 1st Quarter! OKC reels the Nuggets in and then it becomes a battle until the end. Despite Cam Johnson's back issues, Tim Hardaway Jr. stepped up HUGE off the bench with 28 points! Joker added another triple double including the shot making in the 4th to ALMOST send the game into OT. SGA was on another level when it mattered most. He hit the game winner from three and the rest was history. Koz was on the call for this one from OKC.
0:00 - Schefty reported there was an earthquake in SF, then hopped on our show. He breaks Geological news, then breaks NFL news. What doesn't this guy do?14:21 - Aside from the possibility of Jokic winning MVP, which is more likely: Peyton Watson wins Most Improved Player, Tim Hardaway Jr wins 6th man of the year, or David Adelman is Coach of the Year?32:38 - This weekend, a boxer got punched so hard that his fake hair fell off. Yikes. And somehow, he won the fight by decision. Nope! If your toupee falls off mid-fight, that's an automatic L in our book.
We've got a new batch to cover. Who are the MOST added players across fantasy hoops and are they worth our time? PLAYERS COVERED: Yves Missi Ace Bailey Herb Jones Bilal Coulibaly GG Jackson Collin Murray-Boyles Moses Moody Tim Hardaway Jr Saddiq Bey Scotty Pippen Jr TRADE DEADLINE LIVE SHOW PAGE - Bookmark/Like it today and don't miss our 6 hours of mayhem on February 5th! https://youtube.com/live/ldtMbcI9EMQ?feature=share The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anything we do. https://www.patreon.com/cw/oldmansquad Follow Dan Besbris on Twitter: https://x.com/danbesbris Find Dan on the brand new BlueSky social network: https://bit.ly/3Vo5M0N Check out Dan's Google Sheet with Ranks, Weekly Streaming Schedule Charts & Injury Replacement Adds FREE! https://bit.ly/3XrAdEW Listen and subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3XiUzQK Listen and subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ACCHYe Float on over to the new Old Man Squad Sports Network YouTube page to watch videos from the network's top talent: https://bit.ly/46Z6fvb Join the Old Man Squad Discord to chat with Dan and all the other hosts: https://t.co/aY9cqDrgRY Follow Old Man Squad Fantasy on Instagram for all our short videos: https://bit.ly/3ZQbxrt Podcast logo by https://twitter.com/freekeepoints ChatGPT Timestamps: 1:40 – Yves Missi 4:38 – Ace Bailey 7:21 – Herb Jones 10:41 – Bilal Coulibaly 12:25 – GG Jackson 13:42 – Colin Murray-Boyles 15:44 – Moses Moody 17:18 – Tim Hardaway Jr. 19:33 – Saddiq Bey 21:34 – Scotty Pippen Jr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Live Reaction to Nikola Jokic news of his return! On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets clutch win last night over the Brooklyn Nets in which Michael Porter Jr. made his return to Denver. Jamal Murray made big shots, Tim Hardaway Jr. shined off the bench, and the Nuggets got it done. Ryan discusses the game before he is so pleasantly interrupted live about the news of Nikola Jokic's return to the court. He previews tonight's game vs the Los Angeles Clippers and how Jokic will impact the contest. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
A season high seven threes from Tim Hardaway Jr and huge buckets from Jamal Murray down the stretch helped the Denver Nuggets stave off the Brooklyn Nets 107-103. Up next the Nuggets take on the Clippers tomorrow night at Ball Arena.
Les Denver Nuggets ont réalisé une intersaison très active en espérant revenir sur le devant la scène. Est-ce que les renforts portent leurs fruits ? Est-ce que Denver peut de nouveau rêver de titre NBA ?Le site : https://www.qibasket.net/Les réseaux : https://x.com/QiBasketYoutube : https://www.youtube.com/@QIBASKETLe Discord : https://discord.gg/u3QCtDVTryHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Jamal Murray, Tim Hardaway Jr. and Peyton Watson are makign sure the Nuggets don't lose their way. They carry the load offensively again and help the Nuggets continue to climb in the West. Aaron Gordon had the most important play to close the game as he had a unique somber double! Koz had the call of this fun game from Ball Arena!
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
The Denver Nuggets got back into the win column with a 108-104 win over the Milwaukee Bucks at Ball Arena. Up next the Nuggets travel to New Orleans to take on the Pelicans.
The Nuggets, who were down all five starters, plus Tim Hardaway Jr. and Jonas Valančiūnas, went into Philadelphia last night and stole a victory from the 76ers in overtime. Was last night's win more impressive than the infamous 'Utah Seven' win in February of 2020? Who deserves a game ball? With the way Zeke Nnaji played off the bench, will he have any trade value at the deadline? Plus, the Tennessee Titans requested permission to interview Vance Joseph for their head coaching position. What makes VJ great and how big of a loss would it be if he left? Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl tackle it all on a Tuesday 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.
Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray carried the Nuggets in stretches while the Nuggets battled back from a 21 point deficit. Tim Hardaway Jr. went SCORCHED EARTH in the 3rd Quarter to keep the Nuggets close. Despite Cooper Flagg and AD going off for Dallas, Denver had a chance late but Jokic passed up a pretty good layup for a great P-Wat three that fail short. Jason Kosmicki had the call of this one.
After a rough start, it was all Nuggets the rest of the way! The Nuggets had one of their best three point shooting games of the season and it spear-headed their dominant 2nd Half. Nikola Jokic was almost perfect while Tim Hardaway Jr. is looking to break a Nuggets 3-Point record off the bench! Jamal Murray vs Devin Booker went in favor of Jamal and that was the cherry on top tonight! Jason Kosmicki was on the call from Phoenix!
On the latest Mortcast on CSG and MHS Jeff talks about his upcoming article in Denver Stiffs about Nikola Jokic. For the bulk of the podcast Jeff talks about what a great signing Tim Hardaway Jr was for the Nuggets and why fans should be excited about what he brings. 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.
Coming into tonight, the Nuggets won their first three home games wire to wire. The Miami Heat made sure that streak didn't last. They came out hot with three after three but the Denver Nuggets finally stopped the bleeding with a heavy dose of Nikola Jokic and Tim Hardaway Jr. In the 2nd Quarter, the starters took over and went full Showtime Nuggets! The second half comes around and the Heat just would not go away. Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon stepped up in the 3rd Quarter and Nikola Jokic brought it home in the 4th quarter. Listen to Jason Kosmicki as he had the call of this fun game from Ball Arena!
On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 127-114 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, highlighted by Jamal Murray's 43-point outburst. Ryan discusses Murray's strong start to the 2025-26 season, as well as Tim Hardaway Jr. stepping up for the Nuggets on the road. He goes over some other details of the win as well, including a unique rotation from David Adelman. 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 goes LIVE from Number 38 to react to the Denver Nuggets preseason finale vs the Oklahoma City Thunder. Peyton Watson and Tim Hardaway Jr. showed out in a game that Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, and Christian Braun didn't play. Then, Ryan goes over some BOLD Predictions for the Nuggets in the 2025-26 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Denver Nuggets lose on a buzzer beater to closeout the preseason. They blow a 16 point 4th quarter lead but it wasn't all lost! P-Wat scored 15 points, Julian Strawther had 11, Bruce Brown had 10, and Tim Hardaway Jr. had 4 threes! The next time you see the Denver Nuggets, it'll be in their 25-26 regular season opener at the Golden State Warriors! Jason Kosmicki and Katy Winge were on the call from Oklahoma City!
The Denver Nuggets enter the 2025-26 NBA season surrounded by change and high expectations. After the firing of head coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth, Denver is rebuilding its identity under new head coach David Adelman. In this exclusive interview, Brendan Vogt of DNVR Sports joins Hoopsology to break down everything Nuggets fans need to know — from the turbulent offseason to Nikola Jokic's leadership and how Denver plans to restore its championship chemistry. We cover: What really happened behind the scenes after Mike Malone's firing How David Adelman is reshaping team culture and “the vibe” The rise of Nikola Jokic as one of the most disrespected yet dominant players in sports Jamal Murray's leadership growth and the return of Bruce Brown How Denver's depth moves — Jonas Valanciunas, Tim Hardaway Jr., Cam Johnson — could reshape their title hopes Why the NBA's new era of parity makes this season one of the most unpredictable ever Plus: Brendan gives his take on the Nuggets' standing in a loaded Western Conference, how fans are embracing the team in Denver, and what's next for the NBA's broadcast future.
We continue our 2024 offseason re-grades, looking back at how the big moves from last summer have aged with the benefit of a full season. From extensions in Orlando and Philly to Toronto's direction and Washington's draft, then through a Western run of Dallas, Denver, Golden State, Houston, the Clippers, and the Lakers, we revisit the decisions that shaped the past year and the future outlook for these franchises.EastOrlando Magic — 1:10 (Franz Wagner max, Jalen Suggs extension, KCP signing)Philadelphia 76ers — 16:54 (Paul George signing, Joel Embiid extension, Jared McCain draft)Toronto Raptors — 29:39 (Scottie Barnes max, Immanuel Quickley extension, Bruce Brown trade piece)Washington Wizards — 35:51 (Alex Sarr pick, Deni Avdija trade, Bobi Carrington/Keyshawn George draft)WestDallas Mavericks — 44:26 (Josh Green trade, Klay Thompson sign-and-trade, Tim Hardaway Jr. dump)Denver Nuggets — 53:09 (DaRon Holmes draft, Jamal Murray extension, KCP departure)Golden State Warriors — 1:06:20 (Klay Thompson exit, Kyle Anderson/Buddy Hield signings, Jonathan Kuminga not extended)Houston Rockets — 1:14:15 (Reed Sheppard pick, Jalen Green & Sengun extensions, Nets/Suns pick trade)Los Angeles Clippers — 1:20:19 (Letting Paul George walk, Derrick Jones Jr./Chris Dunn additions, Zubac extension)Los Angeles Lakers — 1:25:12 (LeBron 1+1 with no-trade, Dalton Knecht pick, JJ Redick hire, Max Christie extension) 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! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.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.
On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down what nobody is mentioning about the Denver Nuggets this offseason, from Tim Hardaway Jr.'s role to the Sixth Man competition to health concerns for Cam Johnson and Aaron Gordon. Then, he goes over the NBA schedule that Nuggets fans should want.
This week we welcome the two newest members of the Denver Nuggets: Cam Johnson and Tim Hardaway Jr.! They begin the episode with Cam sharing his trade story and Tim sharing what went into his decision to join the Nuggets. They then share their thoughts on the Nuggets' roster and organization, and what they are looking forward to most about playing with Nikola Jokic. Tim then reflects on this last season with the Detroit Pistons, including what went into the team's turnaround, the first season of head coach JB Bickerstaff, and what makes Cade Cunningham so special. Cam also says thank you to the Brooklyn Nets organization. Let's go!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene three days after the stunning trade of Michael Porter Jr. to the Brooklyn Nets. Among the topics discussed: + The Nuggets' two-man brain trust turned Porter's salary into four players: Cam Johnson, Jonas Valanciunas, Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway Jr. How in the world did they pull this off? And how long had executives Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace been mapping this out? + How much better does this make the Nuggets? What will the rotation look like come October? And how many of these players will actually be able to give the Nuggets depth in the postseason? +In light of the first two weeks of the Tenzer-Wallace era, what's the confidence in this setup working going forward? Could other moves be made? Could these wizards find a way to dump Zeke Nnaji's contract, too? Maybe cure cancer? + Ranking the contenders after free agency and the draft: The boys all provide their our own Top 10 following player acquisition season. + Loose ends: Thoughts on the NBA Finals and the tragedy that was Tyrese Haliburton's Game 7 injury. Producer: AAron Ontiveroz Music: "The Last Dragons" by Schama Noel
On the latest Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn reacts to the latest moves by the Denver Nuggets to sure up their bench unit, trading Dario Saric for Jonas Valanciunas and signing Tim Hardaway Jr. to a veteran minimum. Both are incredible deals for Denver and have suddenly turned Denver into a much deeper, more put-together roster. Is the 2026 NBA Title on the table?
After an incredible first day of NBA free agency for the Nuggets, it got even better on Day 2, as Dario Saric was traded to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Jonas Valančiūnas. And then later in the day, Tim Hardaway Jr. signed a 1-year deal with Denver. How much better are the Nuggets after these moves? And can these moves get them another title this season? Plus, how is Michael Malone feeling after seeing the front office be this active? Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl discuss the Nuggets wheeling and dealing.
Nate and John dive into NBA free agency, headlined by Denver's bold roster shake-up and what it means for their title aspirations. They unpack Houston's flurry of moves and debate where the Rockets stand in the West. The duo also examines the Lakers' long-term plan with LeBron and Luka, Milwaukee's all-in bet on Myles Turner, and where teams stack up in the suddenly wide-open Eastern Conference. Plus, they break down the latest on key restricted free agents and highlight a few overlooked names who could become sneaky difference-makers.Denver Nuggets: Trade of Michael Porter Jr., additions of Cam Johnson, Jonas Valančiūnas, Bruce Brown, and Tim Hardaway Jr. – 00:00:38Houston Rockets: Clint Capela trade, Jabari Smith Jr. extension, roster balance concerns – 00:10:08Minnesota Timberwolves: Outlook without Nickeil Alexander-Walker, dependence on rookies – 00:15:08Los Angeles Lakers: Long-term strategy with LeBron James, Luka Dončić, and cap space planning – 00:15:49Miami Heat & Detroit Pistons: Duncan Robinson and Simone Fontecchio sign-and-trade – 00:28:03Indiana Pacers: Decision to let Myles Turner go, tax avoidance, and contract management – 00:31:26Milwaukee Bucks: Big commitment to Turner, long-term direction with Giannis – 00:34:00Atlanta Hawks: Additions of Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Luke Kennard, and reshaping of depth – 00:41:26Eastern Conference Hierarchy: Ranking Cleveland, New York, Orlando, Atlanta, and others – 00:42:49Restricted Free Agents: Status of Quentin Grimes, Cam Thomas, Jonathan Kuminga, and Josh Giddey – 00:48:33Jonathan Kuminga's Future with Golden State: Extension scenarios and fit if Al Horford signs – 00:52:01Salary Cap Update: Impact of 7% cap growth and national TV deal structure – 00:54:57Damian Lillard Hypothetical: Should a contender sign him to rehab? – 00:58:44Underrated Free Agent Targets: A few overlooked names who could offer value – 01:03:03 Dunc'd On Prime is the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM You can get 35% off a year membership to Dunc'd On Prime in honor of the legendary Mock Offseason episode with code mockoffseason2025. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.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.
Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss the Michael Porter Jr. and Cam Johnson trade. What does Johnson bring to the Nuggets that MPJ was lacking in? Do the Nuggets still need Jamal Murray to be at his best to win a championship next season? How has the Nuggets off season moves changed their championship odds? With the Nuggets breaking up the “core 4” of the starting lineup, Zach and Phil list who are the most untradable players in Denver sports. We have more breaking news as Tim Hardaway Jr. is signing with the Nuggets on a veteran minimum contract. What will Hardaway bring to the Nuggets’ depth?
On Emergency Podcast Part 2: The Quickening Jeff talks about the Nuggets trading Dario Saric for Jonas Valanciunas and their one year signing of Tim Hardaway Jr. This ain't your mother's Nuggets. Enjoy the show!
At the conclusion of the second night of the NBA draft, we finally have the first bit of real Pistons news since the Playoffs. Chaz Lanier is your newest Piston after being selected with the 37th pick in the draft. The Pistons were quite through both nights, choosing to stand pat at take the board as it falls for them. Wes and Blake break down Lanier, what is strengths are and what his role may be. Does this impact the free agency of Tim Hardaway Jr. or Malik Beasley? What does this selection tell us about the mindset of the front office?We've got you covered for all this and more in this week's episode.You can watch the entire episode on our YouTube channelFollow Wes Davenport on Twitter @TheRealWesD3Follow Blake Silverman on Twitter @BlakeSilvermanFollow Detroit Bad Boys on Twitter @DetroitBadBoysWant to hear your voice on the Pindown? Call (313) 355-2717 and leave your question as a voicemail! The guys will play your message and answer your question on that week's episode! All we ask is that you keep your questions to under 45 seconds.
All of Tim Hardaway Jr, Malik Beasley and Denis Schroder are entering free agency — how many should the Pistons try to bring back? Blake and Wes look at each of these players and discuss their value to the Pistons. Is Schroder still needed with Ivey coming back? Can they afford to keep Beasley? The guys also discuss the possible contract extensions for Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren, prioritizing depth this offseason and if there is any risk the team takes a step back next year. On top of it all, they also break down some Memorial Day grilling.We've got you covered for all this and more in this week's episode.You can watch the entire episode on our YouTube channelFollow Wes Davenport on Twitter @TheRealWesD3Follow Blake Silverman on Twitter @BlakeSilvermanFollow Detroit Bad Boys on Twitter @DetroitBadBoysWant to hear your voice on the Pindown? Call (313) 355-2717 and leave your question as a voicemail! The guys will play your message and answer your question on that week's episode! All we ask is that you keep your questions to under 45 seconds.
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Logan and Raja open the pod by talking about the Warriors taking a commanding 3-1 lead in their opening-round series against the Rockets on Monday night. Has Draymond Green successfully gotten into the Rockets' heads and muddied up the series (2:40)? The Miami Heat were swept by the Cavaliers in Game 4, losing by 55(!) points to end their season. After the tumultuous year they have had, in which they traded Jimmy Butler, is it time for them to move on from Pat Riley? Has Luka been a liability for the Lakers in their series against the Timberwolves? Plus, has the JJ Redick criticism been fair after he played the same lineup for the entire second half (33:22)? The Pistons were robbed after no call was made when Tim Hardaway Jr. was fouled by Josh Hart in the closing minutes of Game 4. The NBA ruled it a foul after the game, but the outcome doesn't change. What's the point of the referee staff report (50:18)? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer/Audio: Clifford Augustin Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Social: Keith Fujimoto Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns combined for 59 points to lead the Knicks to a game four win over the Detroit Pistons, aided by a missed foul call on Tim Hardaway Jr. Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the weekend's wild finishes between the Clippers and Nuggets, the Knicks and Pistons, and the Wolves and Lakers. Then, they take a look at the 3-1 series and ask, “Is it over?” Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/nba/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns combined for 59 points to lead the Knicks to a game four win over the Detroit Pistons, aided by a missed foul call on Tim Hardaway Jr. Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the weekend's wild finishes between the Clippers and Nuggets, the Knicks and Pistons, and the Wolves and Lakers. Then, they take a look at the 3-1 series and ask, “Is it over?”Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es BaraheniExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio Producer: Grayson Moodyhttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/nba/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Will Lou and Jerome Cheng goes live after the Toronto Raptors' 117-105 loss to the Detroit Pistons.They discuss the continued promise of Ja'Kobe Walter and Jamal Shead, the concerns with Immanuel Quickley in physical games, and rip open a fresh NBA six-pack.Three stars: Ja'Kobe Walter, Jamal Shead, Cole SwiderGerald Henderson award: Tim Hardaway Jr.#raptors #nba #pistons 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.caOnly Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/...Tangerine: www.tangerine.caReach 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.
In this week's basketball coaching conversation, NBA Skills coach and Columbus High School head coach Andrew Moran shares ideas on coaching EYBL, high school and training players.Andrew Moran is a highly successful EYBL and high school coach, an NBA Skills Coach, an International clinician, and the Miami Hoop School Founder. He has won an unprecedented three-straight EYBL Championships with Nightrydas Elite in the U15, U16, and U17 divisions. At the high school level, he has won four state championships including three in a row at Columbus High School, and one at Miami Christian High School.Founded in 2012 by Moran, the Miami Hoop School has grown to become the authority on basketball elite skill development and certification in South Florida. His experience serves him well, as he works with players at the NBA, international, collegiate, and high school levels. Andrew has trained NBA players such as Tim Hardaway Jr, Tyler Herro, James Johnson, James Wiseman, Cole Anthony, and many more.Andrew travels around the Globe training athletes of all levels and because he is fluent in Spanish he has been granted many opportunities to train in places like Argentina, many different cities in Spain (Canary Islands, Huelva, Vinaros, Barcelona, Tenerife, Las Palmas), Panama, Chile, and Puerto Rico to name a few. MHS also hosts international groups and clients who come to Miami, Florida just to train with MHS. Clients from Japan, Israel, Mexico, Argentina, Germany, Russia, the Caribbean, Ecuador, China, France, and Dubai have all come to train with the best.