In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat reporter Bennett Durando is joined by editor Matt Schubert to discuss training camp in San Diego, Denver's first preseason game and all things NBA. Among the topics discussed:

+ A trio of rookies are looking to crack coach Michael Malone's notably veteran-heavy lineup. Who has risen to the challenge early on in preseason and who still has some maturing to do?

+ The annual NBA general managers poll was released this week. Where does Nikola Jokic rank according to the GMs? Is Jamal Murray now flirting with All-NBA status based on recent polls?

+ A remembrance of Brendan Malone, NBA legend and father of current head coach Michael Malone.

+ Is it Benny, Benito, Ben? And how do you even pronounce Durando in modern America?