Pickaxe and Roll

In a crossover edition of the podcast with Locked On Pacers, Ryan Blackburn and Tony East, host of LOP and writer for Forbes, discuss the Denver Nuggets and Indiana Pacers before their matchup on Wednesday night. They share their thoughts on Jokić's one-game suspension, what the Nuggets will look like without their top three stars, and how the Pacers have adjusted to life with rookie Chris Duarte leading the charge in Indiana. They discuss trade possibilities, team identities, and the Wednesday matchup before offering predictions.

Ryan Blackburn recaps an eventful 113-96 win for the Denver Nuggets over the Miami Heat that saw Nikola Jokić dominate until he was ejected in the fourth quarter for shoving Markieff Morris violently. Jokić is likely in line for the suspension, and Ryan discusses the ramifications of Denver potentially being without Jokić, Michael Porter Jr., and Jamal Murray for the foreseeable future. Ryan also makes time to discuss the actual basketball that was played, which was great for the Nuggets until the fourth quarter incident.

Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 95-94 win over the Houston Rockets in which Nikola Jokić made the game-saving block at the rim on Jae'Sean Tate before the buzzer sounded. Jokić added some more brilliance on the offensive end, while Will Barton helped get Denver out to a much needed positive start. Timely plays from Aaron Gordon, Facu Campazzo, and P.J. Dozier also helped Denver earn a much-needed win. Ryan also discusses the MIchael Porter Jr. injury and what needs to happen for Denver to survive his absence.

In Part 2 of a two-part podcast, Ryan Blackburn is joined by Cameron Friend, AKA SwipaCam on YouTube and Twitter, to share his thoughts on the Denver Nuggets to start the season. From the struggles of Michael Porter Jr. and Facundo Campazzo, to the surprise of Bones Hyland, to the greatness of Nikola Jokić, Ryan and Cam break down more Hot Takes shared on Twitter by Nuggets fans.

In Part 1 of a two-part podcast, Ryan Blackburn and Cameron Friend, AKA SwipaCam on YouTube and Twitter, share their thoughts on the Denver Nuggets this season. From Michael Porter Jr.'s struggles to Bones Hyland's breakout and everything in between, Ryan and Cam discuss the Nuggets, YouTube, and Hot Takes shared on Twitter by Nuggets fans.

Ryan Blackburn recaps the Denver Nuggets 108-106 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies in which Nikola Jokić had a great game, but not even he could prop up Denver's bad bench unit. Bones Hyland continues to get more and more minutes as the veterans continue to struggle, and Jeff Green has yet to leave an impact for the Nuggets. Ryan discusses the bench, Will Barton's big quarter, Michael Porter Jr.'s night, and more.

Ryan Blackburn recaps the Denver Nuggets 106-97 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies in which Nikola Jokić was merely "good" and it made all of the difference. The Nuggets shot a horrid percentage from three once again. Michael Porter Jr. continues to struggle. The biggest storyline is the bench though, as the entire unit has struggled to give Denver chances to succeed. Ryan discusses it all and more before delving into Monday Positivity.

Ryan Blackburn shares his thoughts on the Denver Nuggets 93-91 comeback win in a gritty affair against the Minnesota Timberwolves. On a second night of a back-to-back, the Nuggets didn't have a lot of energy until Bones Hyland entered the game, offering the Nuggets some scoring, playmaking, and life off the bench. Ryan discusses the keys to Denver's defense, an expanded role for Bones, and then goes around the league in a snapshot of the Western Conference.

Ryan Blackburn recaps the Denver Nuggets 106-75 blowout win over the Dallas Mavericks as the Nuggets add to their total of sub 100 defensive games. Aaron Gordon, P.J. Dozier, and Will Barton were excellent against Luka Dončić, while Nikola Jokić led the Nuggets offense with help from Barton and others. Ryan discusses the excellent defense, along with a new bench rotation filled with staggering starters.

Ryan Blackburn shares his thoughts on the Denver Nuggets following Thursday's practice and media session with Michael Malone, Will Barton, and P.J. Dozier. Then, Ryan discusses the changes that can and should be made to the second unit, from the inclusion of Bones Hyland to the staggering of starters. Finally, Ryan discusses Michael Porter Jr. and his struggle to be impactful so far this season.