Pickaxe and Roll

By Mile High Sports, Bleav

What's Pickaxe and Roll about?

Ryan Blackburn from MileHighSports.com brings you the latest news and analysis for the Denver Nuggets on every episode, including some of the best guests from around the NBA.

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Pickaxe and Roll episodes:

06.15.2024
Will we ever get a Denver Nuggets vs Boston Celtics NBA Finals?
Ryan Blackburn goes over the rise of the Boston Celtics, how they built their roster, and what the Denver Nuggets can learn from their success. Ryan discusses Denver's limited trade assets and future draft picks before debating whether a Nuggets...
06.12.2024
It's time for the Nuggets to replace Bruce Brown for realzies
On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets search for a roster upgrade this off-season. After losing Bruce Brown last year, the Nuggets missed everything he provided to the playoff rotation. The Nuggets didn't...
06.08.2024
NBA Finals Talk | The new TV Deal
(Recorded on Thursday afternoon LIVE from L'Eagle Denver) The NBA Finals are here, and the Denver Nuggets are sitting on the sidelines after a disappointing end to the season. What can the Nuggets learn from the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks...
06.05.2024
Which Fake Trade helps the Denver Nuggets win another title?
Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets offseason and presents several fake trade ideas from Nuggets fans. Do they make the Nuggets better or worse? How does the new CBA and the second tax apron affect what the Nuggets can do?...
06.01.2024
The Nuggets need more veteran talent to win another title
In the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn goes through the veterans on the roster in his final Season-In-Review episode for the week. Aaron Gordon and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope were exactly what the Nuggets needed, but what about the...
05.30.2024
Are Christian Braun or Peyton Watson future starters?
Ryan Blackburn goes over the 2023-24 seasons for the Denver Nuggets young guys. Prospects Christian Braun, Peyton Watson, Zeke Nnaji, Julian Strawther, Jalen Pickett, and Hunter Tyson played varying roles for the Nuggets, and all are under contract for next...
05.28.2024
Evaluating Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Michael Porter Jr.
Ryan Blackburn begin Season In Review content for Pickaxe and Roll with evaluations for Denver Nuggets Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Michael Porter Jr. as the team stars. Did the trio meet expectations? Where can they be better? Most importantly...
05.24.2024
How can the Nuggets win another championship?
On the latest episode of Weekends with Swipa, Ryan Blackburn and Swipa go over the latest comments from Calvin Booth, Josh Kroenke, and Michael Malone on the future of the Denver Nuggets. Will there be major changes going forward? What's...
05.21.2024
Where do the Nuggets go from here?
Ryan Blackburn shares his thoughts on the end of the 2023-24 NBA Season for the Denver Nuggets. What were the moments worth remembering? What moments were forgettable? Ryan discusses the plan heading into the season and whether there were problems...
05.20.2024
Game 7 Heartbreak
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets stunning 98-90 Game 7 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Nuggets led by 20 points early in the fourth quarter before an offensive collapse led to a competitive fourth quarter. The Timberwolves, led...
05.19.2024
Will the Nuggets show up in Game 7?
Ryan Blackburn previews Sunday's Game 7 matchup between the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves. The Nuggets hosted practice on Saturday, and Ryan discusses what was said and what went down. After that, he goes through the Nuggets history of Game...
05.17.2024
The worst Nuggets loss in franchise playoff history?
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 115-70 blowout loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 6 as the series evens up at 3-3. Nuggets-Timberwolves will go to Game 7 on Sunday. Ryan discusses the struggles of Jamal Murray, Michael...
05.15.2024
The greatest playoff game of Nikola Jokic's career
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 112-97 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 to take a 3-2 lead in the playoff series. Nikola Jokic was incredible with 40 points, 13 assists, and zero turnovers after receiving his...
05.13.2024
Here come the Denver Nuggets | Game 4 reaction vs Timberwolves
On the latest episode of Weekends with Swipa, Ryan Blackburn and Swipa react to the Denver Nuggets crucial Game 4 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Nikola Jokic was spectacular, Aaron Gordon was immaculate, and Jamal Murray hit the biggest shot...
05.11.2024
Jokic, Murray, Nuggets win vs Timberwolves in Game 3 BLOWOUT
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets big 117-90 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves to take Game 3 and make this matchup a series. Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic bounced back in a major way, Michael Porter Jr. was back...
05.10.2024
Jokic wins 3rd MVP, Nuggets prepare for Game 3
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the announcement of Nikola Jokic winning his third MVP of the last four seasons, one of the most dominant runs of any player in NBA history. Ryan discusses Jokic's place among the NBA Greats, then he...
05.07.2024
Nuggets collapse in Game 2, major questions arise
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the epic meltdown last night as the Denver Nuggets lost 106-80 to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Jamal Murray was horrible and chucked a heat pack on the floor. Nikola Jokic was flustered all night by the size/physicality...
05.06.2024
Nuggets lost Game 1. Here's how they bounce back...
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 106-99 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1. Anthony Edwards was incredible. Nikola Jokic was merely good. Jamal Murray was held scoreless in the first half. The Nuggets had chances to win...
05.03.2024
Denvengers Return! Nuggets-Timberwolves series preview and predictions
The Denvengers are back! Ryan Blackburn, Swipa, Adam Mares, and Matt Moore combine forces to preview the upcoming playoff series between the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves. Will Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray continue to dominate in the two-man game?...
05.01.2024
Nuggets vs Timberwolves is the best playoff series of the year
Ryan Blackburn shares his final Hangover takes from the Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers playoff series and goes briefly around the NBA with takes on the rest of the playoffs. Then, he does his first deep dive into the...
04.30.2024
Jamal Murray hits Game Winner AGAIN to end Nuggets-Lakers series
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 108-106 win over the Los Angeles Lakers to take Game 5 and the series. Jamal Murray hit an epic game-winning shot with three seconds left, his second of the series. Michael Porter Jr....
04.28.2024
What to make of Denver's Game 4 loss to the Lakers - Weekends with Swipa
Ryan Blackburn and Swipa react to the Denver Nuggets losing Game 4 to the Los Angeles Lakers, prolonging the first round series until at least Game 5. What kind of concerns are there following the loss? Has Jamal Murray's struggles...
04.26.2024
Nuggets take COMMANDING 3-0 lead over Los Angeles Lakers
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 112-105 win over the Los Angeles Lakers to take Game 3. The Nuggets are now up 3-0 in the series over the Lakers, who are reeling from their ELEVENTH (11) straight loss to...
04.25.2024
So...can the Nuggets ACTUALLY sweep the Lakers?
Ryan Blackburn answers mailbag questions for Pickaxe and Roll on a variety of topics surrounding the Denver Nuggets. Can they defeat the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3? What will it take for a SWEEP? What version of Jamal Murray...
04.23.2024
Jamal Murray hits buzzer beater, Nuggets take Game 2 vs Lakers
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 101-99 win in which Jamal Murray, after starting the game poorly, ended up the game with an epic buzzer beater over Anthony Davis. The Nuggets were down by as many as 20 points...
04.21.2024
Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets take Game 1 vs Los Angeles Lakers
On the latest episode of Weekends with Swipa, Ryan Blackburn and Swipa break down the Denver Nuggets 114-103 Game 1 win over the Los Angeles Lakers, giving the Nuggets a 1-0 lead in the first round series. Nikola Jokic was...
04.19.2024
Know the Enemy: Anthony Irwin breaks down Los Angeles Lakers
Anthony Irwin of Lakers Lounge joins Ryan Blackburn to preview the Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers first round playoff series from the enemy perspective. Do the Nuggets really have a mental advantage over the Lakers? What can the Lakers...
04.17.2024
It will be the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers defeating the New Orleans Pelicans in the Play-In Tournament on Tuesday night, earning the seventh seed. They will face the second seed Denver Nuggets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs....
04.15.2024
NBA Playoffs are set for Denver Nuggets title defense
Ryan Blackburn and Swipa react to the Denver Nuggets 126-111 win over the Memphis Grizzlies in the final game of the regular season. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray were great. The Nuggets secured the 2-seed after the Minnesota Timberwolves lost...
04.13.2024
Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets give up 1-seed in loss to Spurs
Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets horrible, no-good, very bad loss to the San Antonio Spurs at the buzzer. The Nuggets were up 23 points but lost 121-120 after Devonte' Graham hit a floater over Jamal Murray in transition. Ryan...
04.11.2024
Jokic dominates Gobert, Denver Nuggets prove they're team to beat
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 116-107 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves to reclaim the top seed in the Western Conference. Nikola Jokic was spectacular, scoring 41 points and dominating his individual matchup with Rudy Gobert. Jamal Murray played...
04.10.2024
Battle for the 1 seed
Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 111-95 win vs the Utah Jazz. Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic were dynamic, and the Nuggets got some help from Christian Braun and Peyton Watson. The win sets up a big matchup tonight...
04.09.2024
Official NBA Awards Ballots - Weekends with Swipa
On the latest episode of Weekends with Swipa, Ryan Blackburn and Swipa pick every individual NBA award for the 2023-24 NBA Season. From Nikola Jokic for Most Valuable Player, to Victor Wembanyama for Defensive Player of the Year, to All-NBA...
04.07.2024
Jamal Murray returns! Nuggets dominate vs Hawks
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets dominating 142-110 win over the Atlanta Hawks in Jamal Murray's return to the floor. Murray had a solid performance, while the entire Nuggets rotation made 23 three-pointers, the most of the season. Nikola...
04.05.2024
Nuggets lose heartbreaker to Clippers, KCP or AG All-Defense?
Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 102-100 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday night. The Nuggets had plenty of chances to win but didn't execute well enough down the stretch. The bench woes didn't help, and despite...
04.03.2024
Jokic vs Wemby EPIC, Nuggets win, MVP Straw Poll revealed
Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 110-105 win over the San Antonio Spurs, a matchup between the best player in the league in Nikola Jokic and the future of the league in Victor Wembanyama. The Nuggets survived an off...
04.01.2024
Nuggets ready for playoffs? + Jokic MVP case - Weekends with Swipa
Ryan Blackburn and Swipa go over the Denver Nuggets dominant blowout win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Easter Sunday, focusing on Nikola Jokic making an MVP statement. The Nuggets shot the ball well from three-point range, and the offense was...
03.30.2024
The Timberwolves are biggest threat to Nuggets title
Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets 111-98 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in which the T'Wolves were prepared and the Nuggets were not. Denver didn't play well, and without Jamal Murray, weaknesses in Denver's offense are beginning to emerge. Are...
03.28.2024
Are the Suns a legitimate threat to the Nuggets?
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 104-97 loss to the Phoenix Suns, Denver's second home loss to Phoenix in just under three weeks. Nikola Jokic was comfortable making the passes out to shooters, but the Nuggets didn't hit enough...
03.26.2024
The Denver Nuggets are doing exactly what we hoped they would
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets dominant 128-103 win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Nikola Jokic was in control, the young guys like Christian Braun and Peyton Watson stepped up. It was an impressive performance without Jamal Murray and Aaron...
03.24.2024
Are the Nuggets peaking at the right time? - Weekends with Swipa
On the latest episode of Weekends with Swipa, Ryan Blackburn and Swipa break down the Denver Nuggets 114-111 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Without Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, the Nuggets still found a way to win, with Christian...
03.22.2024
Jokic and MPJ DOMINANT, Nuggets win vs Knicks
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 113-100 win over the New York Knicks in one of the most entertaining games of the year. The Nuggets made spectacular plays, led by Nikola Jokic and Michael Porter Jr. who were absolutely...
03.20.2024
Jokic and MPJ find a way vs Minnesota
Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 115-112 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves to wrap up a strong road trip. Nikola Jokic scored 35 points, and Michael Porter Jr. had 26 himself, including a clutch fourth quarter performance. Ryan goes...
03.18.2024
Nuggets lose heartbreaker on Kyrie Irving buzzer beater
On the latest episode of Weekends with Swipa, Ryan Blackburn and Swipa break down the Denver Nuggets 107-105 loss to the Dallas Mavericks as Kyrie Irving makes an epic running left-handed hook shot over Jokic from 20 feet out to...
03.16.2024
Jokic dominates Wemby! Nuggets take down Spurs
Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 117-106 win over the San Antonio Spurs. Nikola Jokic matched up with rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama and showed the rookie some impressive moves. Jamal Murray and the Nuggets bench found their stride in...
03.15.2024
Nuggets take down Heat again (Live from Number Thirty Eight)
Recorded on Wednesday night from Number Thirty Eight, Ryan Blackburn and Shawn Drotar break down the Denver Nuggets 100-88 win over the Miami Heat as the Nuggets take sole possession of the first seed in the Western Conference. Michael Porter...
03.12.2024
Jokic and Murray UNSTOPPABLE in Nuggets win vs Raptors
Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 125-119 comeback win over the Toronto Raptors, who were injured beyond belief but still put up a fight. Nikola Jokic put up another absurd triple-double with six steals to match, and Jamal Murray...
03.10.2024
Will the Denver Nuggets earn top seed in West? | Weekends with Swipa
Ryan Blackburn and Swipa discuss the last week of Denver Nuggets basketball, including a big win over the Boston Celtics and a mostly great performance vs the Utah Jazz. The Nuggets are now 44-20 and are playing great basketball, though...
03.08.2024
Game of the Year Part II
Ryan Blackburn reacts to Thursday night's Denver Nuggets win over the Boston Celtics as the Nuggets make a championship statement over the team with the best record in the NBA. Nikola Jokic was incredible. Jamal Murray was good enough. Aaron...
03.06.2024
Suns end Nuggets 6-game win streak in OT
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 117-107 overtime loss to the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night. The Nuggets had plenty of opportunities to win in the fourth quarter but couldn't capitalize. Ryan discusses Denver going down early, working their...

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Pickaxe and Roll episodes:

Will we ever get a Denver Nuggets vs Boston Celtics NBA Finals?

It's time for the Nuggets to replace Bruce Brown for realzies

NBA Finals Talk | The new TV Deal

Which Fake Trade helps the Denver Nuggets win another title?

The Nuggets need more veteran talent to win another title

Are Christian Braun or Peyton Watson future starters?

Evaluating Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Michael Porter Jr.

How can the Nuggets win another championship?

Where do the Nuggets go from here?

Game 7 Heartbreak

Will the Nuggets show up in Game 7?

The worst Nuggets loss in franchise playoff history?

The greatest playoff game of Nikola Jokic's career

Here come the Denver Nuggets | Game 4 reaction vs Timberwolves

Jokic, Murray, Nuggets win vs Timberwolves in Game 3 BLOWOUT

Jokic wins 3rd MVP, Nuggets prepare for Game 3

Nuggets collapse in Game 2, major questions arise

Nuggets lost Game 1. Here's how they bounce back...

Denvengers Return! Nuggets-Timberwolves series preview and predictions

Nuggets vs Timberwolves is the best playoff series of the year

Jamal Murray hits Game Winner AGAIN to end Nuggets-Lakers series

What to make of Denver's Game 4 loss to the Lakers - Weekends with Swipa

Nuggets take COMMANDING 3-0 lead over Los Angeles Lakers

So...can the Nuggets ACTUALLY sweep the Lakers?

Jamal Murray hits buzzer beater, Nuggets take Game 2 vs Lakers

Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets take Game 1 vs Los Angeles Lakers

Know the Enemy: Anthony Irwin breaks down Los Angeles Lakers

It will be the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round

NBA Playoffs are set for Denver Nuggets title defense

Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets give up 1-seed in loss to Spurs

Jokic dominates Gobert, Denver Nuggets prove they're team to beat

Battle for the 1 seed

Official NBA Awards Ballots - Weekends with Swipa

Jamal Murray returns! Nuggets dominate vs Hawks

Nuggets lose heartbreaker to Clippers, KCP or AG All-Defense?

Jokic vs Wemby EPIC, Nuggets win, MVP Straw Poll revealed

Nuggets ready for playoffs? + Jokic MVP case - Weekends with Swipa

The Timberwolves are biggest threat to Nuggets title

Are the Suns a legitimate threat to the Nuggets?

The Denver Nuggets are doing exactly what we hoped they would

Are the Nuggets peaking at the right time? - Weekends with Swipa

Jokic and MPJ DOMINANT, Nuggets win vs Knicks

Jokic and MPJ find a way vs Minnesota

Nuggets lose heartbreaker on Kyrie Irving buzzer beater

Jokic dominates Wemby! Nuggets take down Spurs

Nuggets take down Heat again (Live from Number Thirty Eight)

Jokic and Murray UNSTOPPABLE in Nuggets win vs Raptors

Will the Denver Nuggets earn top seed in West? | Weekends with Swipa

Game of the Year Part II

Suns end Nuggets 6-game win streak in OT

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