Pickaxe and Roll

Ryan Blackburn ranks the Top 10 Power Forwards in the NBA, focusing on the depth at the position and the star power at the top. From Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant to Zion Williamson and Draymond Green, this is one of the strongest eras at power forward in a long time. Where does the Denver Nuggets' own Aaron Gordon rank among his peers at the power forward. Ryan discusses, then answers some questions from the Pickaxe and Roll Mailbag.

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Ryan Blackburn continues his 20 Questions Series with Part 4, focusing on Denver Nuggets backup point guard Reggie Jackson. Did Jackson get a fair opportunity to claim the backup gig last year? Is there reason to believe he will be better suited for the task this season instead? Ryan goes over the numbers, the comparisons, and the expectations for Jackson heading into the 2023-24 NBA season. Then, Ryan checks in on the FIBA World Cup and how Team USA, Canada, Serbia, and others are faring.

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In this episode, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the last four years of NBA hoops and discusses who the best NBA players have been in the 2020's so far. From Nikola Jokić, to Giannis Antetokounmpo, to Stephen Curry, to Luka Dončić, which players have been the best and will continue to be the best going forward? Ryan breaks it down in several categories, discusses different players, and projects the defining players of this generation. Then, Ryan goes over the biggest threats to the Denver Nuggets to repeat as title winners in the 2023-24 NBA season.

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In this episode, Ryan Blackburn asked Denver Nuggets fans what they want to see happen in the 2023-24 NBA season that DIDN'T happen for the Nuggets in the 2022-23 season. Nuggets fans shared their takes on Jamal Murray becoming an All-Star, Michael Porter Jr. dominating, and the bench guys stepping up. Then, Ryan ranks the Top 10 Small Forwards in the NBA, defined by players that also guard other small forwards (So, no LeBron James or Kevin Durant). Where does MPJ rank among Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum, Jimmy Butler, and other players at his position?

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Ryan Blackburn breaks down the release of the 2023-24 NBA regular season schedule while focusing on the Denver Nuggets. Did the NBA give the Nuggets a good schedule? Is it easy or difficult? Ryan breaks down the national television schedule, the back-to-backs, the home-road splits during each month, and the NBA's newest feature: In-Season Tournament. Then, Ryan ranks the top 10 most important Nuggets games based on his hyper advanced "Excitement Rating" system.

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In Part 2 of their podcast, Ryan Blackburn and Matt Moore (The Action Network) perform an All-Star Draft of the stars around the NBA that will be traded the soonest. With rumors of James Harden and Damian Lillard constantly making waves, there are several stars around the NBA that could also leave their current teams for various reasons. From Joel Embiid to Paul George to Zion Williamson, which stars are the likeliest to be dealt in the coming years? Ryan and Matt make their predictions.

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Ryan Blackburn and Matt Moore (The Action Network) break down the entire NBA, sharing some takes on Matt's new NBA Top 100 Players list, from debates at the top of the list with Nikola Jokić and Giannis Antetokounmpo, to the All-Star categories featuring Jamal Murray and Tyrese Haliburton. Matt drops fiery takes about Joel Embiid and Lauri Markkanen as well. Is Matt right to be lower on Michael Porter Jr.? What about Ryan's belief in Trae Young? They discuss and debate.

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Ryan Blackburn discusses the latest situation between James Harden, Daryl Morey, and the Philadelphia 76ers featuring yet another trade demand. Then, he focuses on Christian Braun, the energetic Denver Nuggets wing entering his second year in the 2023-24 NBA season. What will Christian Braun be for the Nuggets in the coming years? Can he replace sixth man Bruce Brown in the championship rotation immediately? Can Braun even become a starter in the coming years for the Nuggets? Ryan discusses Braun, various player comparisons like Trevor Ariza and Matisse Thybulle, and what Braun must do to succeed with the Nuggets.

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Ryan Blackburn reacts to the news that the Denver Nuggets will open the entire NBA regular season against the Los Angeles Lakers on October 24th. Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray, and the Nuggets will receive their championship rings while LeBron James and Anthony Davis look on. Are the Nuggets and Lakers considered a rivalry in today's NBA? Ryan discusses the opener, as well as the Nuggets' impending Christmas day matchup against the Golden State Warriors. From there, Ryan ranks both current and historic Nuggets rivalries from his perspective.

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Ryan Blackburn continues his 20 Questions series on Pickaxe and Roll. In Part 2 of the 20-part series, Ryan discusses Aaron Gordon and his role with the Denver Nuggets. Why were Gordon and the Nuggets such a great fit together? What allowed Gordon to become the best version of himself in the playoffs? Ryan talks about Gordon, offers five comparisons for his game, and discusses his contract situation. From there, he answers what it would take for Gordon to make an All-Defensive team next season.

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