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 Minnesota Timberwolves. Just how dangerous are they? What do the Nuggets need to know heading into the second round series? Are the Timberwolves really the most dangerous West playoff team to the Nuggets? (Spoiler: Yes)

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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. was outstanding. Nikola Jokic did enough. Aaron Gordon and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope filled in the gaps. The Nuggets needed everything to get by LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers tonight. Now, they will rest before their second round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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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 shooting been a big deal or a little deal? What kind of effort should the Nuggets expect from the Lakers in Game 5?

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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 the Nuggets. Everyone played a part in this victory for Denver, with Michael Porter Jr, and Aaron Gordon stepping up in a big way. Ryan discusses Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, LeBron James and Anthony Davis, and why this series feels like serious Deja Vu to last season.

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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 will the Nuggets get? Who can help the Nuggets off the bench? Ryan goes over all of the fun questions before going around the NBA to discuss other playoff matchups.

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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 but fought back in the second half for an opportunity to take the lead. Murray was clutch. Nikola Jokic was amazing. Michael Porter Jr. was essential. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Aaron Gordon changed the game defensively. Ryan discusses the game, the shot, and what it means going forward.

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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 incredible. Jamal Murray was a playmaker. Michael Porter Jr. made an impact, and the team did enough to combat great games from LeBron James and Anthony Davis. They also discuss what's going on around the NBA in other playoff matchups.

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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 do to counter Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray? What are the most important keys for both sides? Anthony and Ryan break it all down.

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. Ryan reacts to the game, initial thoughts on the Nuggets and Lakers and how they match up, and discusses the West being so difficult that the Lakers might be a favorable matchup.

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 their final game, meaning Denver will face the winner of the Play-In Game between the New Orleans Pelicans and Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. Ryan and Swipa go over the games today, react to the playoff bracket, and share their thoughts on the Pelicans and Lakers.