What's in a Game?
An NBA podcast hosted by Will Jones and Erin Burr. The show offers a tactical take on basketball, breaking down plays and the finer points of the game. With a playful Shakespearean nod, the hosts treat the clipboard as a stage and the X's and O's as the players, blending analysis with entertainment.
Episodes
Clippers nuked, Polymarket LeBron, Nuggets Stat Draft
The offseason is starting to wind down, but there really never is a dull moment in the NBA. The center of this year’s Adam Silver laid down the hammer on Los Angeles Clippers…again. Can they come back from this? Then, we’re ranking the key stats to Denver’s success or downfall next season
What comes next for the Nuggets after losing Pwat and signing DeMar DeRozan?
Ryan Freemyer joins the show to give his thoughts on the current state of the Nuggets' and their offseason. Going over roster needs, addressing the Pwat trade, and new DeMar DeRozan addition.
Nuggets choose MONEY over WINS | Peyton Watson Trade Analysis
The Peyton Watson RFA saga is over. Denver have decided to trade him to the Cavs for one future 1st and one future 2nd round picks. What are the Nuggets front office thinking?? Also Kawhi Leonard, Lakers drama, and DeMar DeRozan in Denver?
Reason for HOPE? Reacting to Nuggets Schedule Release
It's NBA schedule release day! Grace and Will live react to the schedule release and are pleasantly surprised. They open and close against the OKC Thunder but draw some favorable opponents in certain stretches. They have dense parts of the schedule playing a lot of games in late Jan, early Feb and then play 5 b2bs in March. Overall though, they have less b2bs, less 1 game homestands, and less
Denver Nuggets' 2ND APRON WOES with BOBBY MARKS
Bobby Marks joins the show to discuss the Denver Nuggets now that they're the only NBA team in the 2nd apron.00:00 CBA Apron Madness03:00 How Bobby Marks got into the business of the NBA05:47 Learning about the CBA10:12 Grace and Bobby and the Sports Business Classroom13:57 Bobby on LeBron in Philly18:27 Lonnie Walker on exhibit 9 deal21:39 Jokic delaying his extension27:16 Denver had to match
2nd apron may have LOCKED Peyton Watson in Denver despite Paul's antics
Today we’re covering the never-ending odyssey of Lebron James and how the Nuggets going into the 2nd apron to resign Spencer Jones further complicates other teams' ability to get Peyton Watson back in S&T scenarios.Grace's article: https://erinburr27.substack.com/p/how-denver-matching-spencer-jones?r=56r3r&utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true00
LeBron to the Sixers, now what? What Denver's crowded forward room says about the roster
Ding-Dong, the witch is back…and so are the concerns over Denver’s crowded forward room. LeBron spurned the Nuggets and chose the sixers, what are the remaining questions around the team? Is Peyton Watson coming back to Denver? Is Alpha Diallo a Spencer Jones replacement? Where in the world is Lebron going next year? Stay Tuned as we answer these questions and more!00:00 LeBron is a Sixer02:07 Gra
Nuggets taking a measured or PASSSIVE approach to the offseason?
The Nuggets have not made big changes or splashy moves this offseason. The only thing on the horizon besides replacing Val with Marvin Bagley was a wait and pitch to LeBron James. Was the LeBron of it all just a distraction? Would Denver have decided to run it back anyway? So far there's more questions than answers with how this team with shore up its weaknesses.00:00 Kawhi trade on hold09:11
Nuggets Free Agency Begins
Will and Grace react to the recent movement in the NBA as Kawhi and LeBron leave LA. Does this increase their chances for going after Pwat? We also discuss the recent rumors surrounding the Nuggets. Then they wait for deals to drop in NBA free agency, which is held up by LeBron James' big announcement.00:00 FA, Marvin Bagley Update02:02 Free Agency Show Starts04:32 Nuggets decline Jalen Picket
Nuggets position unclear in a rapidly shifting NBA | But don't get too hasty
Giannis is on the move to South Beach. LaMelo has moved to Minnesota. What does these moves mean for these teams and the Nuggets? While the Nuggets traded out of the first round to acquire more future seconds, they also made two selections in the 2026 2nd round. Will their moves be competitively or financially motivated? Taking stock of where the Nuggets find themselves after draft night.
Who will the Nuggets Draft? | 26/27 Draft Prospects with CTFazio
CTFazio joins to break down his top candidates for the Nugget's 26th first round pick.
Knicks complete the craziest comeback in NBA Finals history
Will and Grace discuss changes at Altitude Sports before diving into the NBA Finals. The New York Knicks are the team of destiny. Today, we are discussing the single most insane game of these playoffs and possible NBA Finals history.
Roster changes guaranteed? The next Nuggets financial casualties?
We breakdown the dilemma Denver faces with Peyton Watson and Cam Johnson, and Stan Kroeke’s bank account. After Josh played dumb not knowing the Mr Nuggets nickname, is the writing on the wall for AG's time in Denver coming to an end? Are there any decent returns?
Top to bottom FAILURE | Nuggets eliminated in embarrassing fashion
Will and Grace attend the Nuggets' funeral. The Denver Nuggets were eliminated from the playoffs in a fashion worse than most fans could have imagined. What ended up being the problem with the Nuggets in the end? Turns out it was everything! Coaching, roster, start performance, injuries, bad match ups. The offseason of big questions and change starts now.
Nuggets on brink of elimination. Time to show up or face roster deconstruction
Nuggets went from being up 19 in game 2 to seize control of the series before blowing the lead and the game. They followed that up with an embarrassing performance in game 3 to go down 2-1 to the Wolves. The stakes for the Nuggets going into game 4 have never been higher. Nuggets offense has vanished vs a Rudy Gobert led defense. Falling this short of expectations will have the Nuggets FO and Owne
How the Nuggets BEAT the Wolves | Series Preview with Matt Brooks
Matt Brooks is back! We're going over big questions for the upcoming series vs Denver's familiar foe, the Minnesota Timberwolves. How does Denver deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves frontcourt? How will Adelman handle the non Jokic minutes? How will Denver guard Minny? We'll look into all those questions with clips from past match ups and get into the nitty gritty.00:00 Matt Brooks jo
Biggest Nuggets playoff questions
We go through Denver’s recent win streak before asking the biggest questions surrounding the team and their most important players heading into the the post season. 00:00 Ten Game win streak10:02 How has Denver been playing?16:40 Defense with and without AG23:28 Do you want the 3 seed?36:13 Feelings on the Spurs match up 42:31 Best match up for Jamal? 48:59 Worried about coaching mismatches? 57:01
PWAT Returns, are the clutch issues real, and Jamal's ALL-NBA case
Nuggets finally have their starting unit back together and PWAT has also joined the party. Even though they're managing the loads of returning stars through a gruesome late night back to back, Denver is on a 4 game win streak and looking to continue. The seeding picture in the west is down to the wire. Nuggets nation has been excited to get Pwat back in action, how has he looked? Will and Grac
How Cam Johnson, Jokic, and Spencer Jones have been improving
Covering Cam, Spencer, and Jokic's recent performances vs the Rockets and Spurs. In their impressive wins on a difficult back to back there are many positive takeaways and even some surprising stats to look at.
New Calvin Booth Controversy | Are the Nuggets BACK?
Former Nuggets GM Calvin Booth emerges from obscurity to give an in-depth interview on what really went down last year leading up to the dual firings of the GM and HC. We break down the latest film on the Denver Nuggets. Which version of this team are we getting night to night and which version is necessary to make a deep run in the playoffs?00:00 Start01:53 Calvin Booth, "basketball characte
Nuggets STILL haven't signed Spencer Jones, who is next, and post All-Star Wishlist
Will and Grace discuss Spencer Jones remaining unsigned. What comps around the league give insight into what his contract might look like? Also which names on the buy out market are realistic for the Nuggets? And then they list their top 3 things they want to see from the Nuggets after the All-Star break.
Denver Trade Hunter Tyson | Trade Deadline Reactions
The Denver Nuggets traded Hunter Tyson to duck the luxury tax BUT they also officially signed Spencer Jones and converted his two way contract. Who else might the Nuggets look at? And how does the trade deadline affect the Nuggets' outlook?
Nuggets starting to SLIP trying steal every win without Jokic
The Nuggets won two more games without Jokic against the Wizards and the reeling Bucks. After dropping a game to the Pistons in dramatic fashion, are the Nuggets on thing ice? Understandably without Jokic, AG, Cam, and Christian, consistency is hard to come by. With tougher opponents on the horizon the Nuggets could slide down the standings table.YT episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlT3xtZ
To KEEP or NOT to keep Peyton Watson? Nuggets surviving and thriving without Jokic
00:00 Stressed about Pwat?04:53 Players spotlighting themselves without Jokic06:48 Nuggets respond after rough loss to Hawks09:48 Defeating the Bucks13:12 AG's jumper helping out despite inconsistency17:28 Jalen Pickett's floater game potential20:19 THJ leading in midrange FG%23:03 Nuggets defensive playmaking improving38:19 Worried about Bruce?43:01 Jamal is too much for the Mavs50:05 Jam
All the Nuggets are HURT
Injuries on injuries on injuries. What the hell is going on in Denver?? How can the Nuggets survive losing Nikola Jokic for a month?00:00 Initial reactions and tall Nuggets fans10:30 Nuggets are in a coma12:23 Cam Johnson out with bone bruise15:32 Nikola Jokic out with hyperextension20:56 Valanciunas calf strain, Zeke DNP24:26 Team outlook with injuries28:44 Have to keep Jamal healthy at all costs
Jokic and Sengun match up is FIRE | Nuggets beat HOU in OT thriller
Nuggets and Rockets put on a show for the NBA in an amazing game that went to overtime. Jokic and Murray did their thing but with Val and Jokic fouling out, other dudes had to step up to get this incredible win.00:00 Episode start, Road Warriors02:41 Nuggets comeback vs Hawks13:52 Crazy Jamal jump pass vs Kings16:24 Rockets Game, Pwat offense and then injury18:55 Big Spencer Jones game25:33 Bruce
Nuggets are DOWN but not out
Nuggets have had a streak of bad losses at home but Jamal Murray's incredible performance vs the Pacers reminds everyone what this team is capable of. Will and Grace cover the highs of the recent Murray Flurry and the lows of Denver's defensive scheme and effort00:00 Our show is good luck03:12 Nuggets miss AG08:58 AG injury problems at the 420:46 Losing Gillespie, roster issues23:54 Rocket
In DEFENSE of Denver | PWAT stepping up in CB's absence
The Denver Nuggets are facing their first real adversity of the season…and how are they responding? Results are mixed! But is Pwat a potential revelation?00:00 Pwat impressing w starters03:24 CB out 6 weeks09:48 Denver will miss Christian11:48 Great win over Wolves18:57 Crazy defensive stats vs Bulls26:22 Jokic turnovers vs Pelicans35:59 Pwat career high game43:09 Impact that doesn't always sh
Jokic and the Nuggets are rolling
00:00 Reacting to Jokic being insane03:21 Win over the Warriors08:06 Need to stagger Cam more?12:42 Scoring on the Warriors18:49 Pwat's defense against Siakam23:54 Win over the Kings25:25 Jokic opening up looks for him and others30:25 Brief note on Cam's passing and defense32:09 Jokic dominance on offense42:55 DA's game of chicken with the bench vs the Kings47:35 Masterclass v
Where the Nuggets are IMPROVING and where they may be worse
The Nuggets' offensive stats and trends signals a potential title run, but have they felt as dominant as the stats tell us? Has Jokic been taking a page out of Pwat's playbook and emphasizing rim protection more than usual? What areas are improving and where is the team getting worse? 00:00 Valanciunas restructures deal09:53 Dominant stats, but are they actually that dominant?14:48 Blazers
How concerning was Nuggets opening night loss to Golden State? Western Conference Predictions
Night one is done, who showed up and who failed to perform? We’re breaking down the Nuggets Season opener against the Golden state Warriors. Who performed and who owes Aaron Gordon a drink. Then, we overreact to game ones and give our predictions for Western Conference standings.00:00 Episode start03:25 CB Extension09:20 Story of the loss11:37 Jokic 3s were a problem23:52 Jokic out of shape narrat
Nuggets Media Day Reaction with Bennett Durando
Bennett Durando of the Denver Post joins Grace to discuss Nuggets Media Day for the 25-26 season. What were the vibes? Does the team seem ready to make a run for their second title?00:00 Episode Start03:00 Bennett's Background08:52 Fan of the Nuggets?10:46 Purpose and impression of media day?19:22 Ben Wallace comments23:03 What issues may Jamal and Jokic have raised?27:26 David Adelman highlig
Are the Nuggets VERSATILE enough?
00:00 Episode Start01:21 Malone joins NBA countdown, Doris Burke08:14 Katy Winge permanently sidelined?11:40 Nuggets versatility, all offensive unit23:52 Double big looks30:36 Would Pwat fit in small ball looks?39:33 Ideal Pwat lineups47:46 Pwat defensive versatility51:11 How much will Jamal play off ball?56:32 Where does Pickett fit?58:54 Murray or Siakam as a number 2 option?01:01:03 Will AG'
Team Serbia DEFEATED by Turkey in the battle, can they still win it all? Plus Kawhi Scandal!
00:00 Team Serbia updates, Bogi injury08:02 Serbia vs Latvia discussion21:47 Sengun and Turkey 3 pt shooting story of the game30:20 Double big look vs Sengun34:57 Rebounding woes37:31 Serbia's issues on offense43:55 Spacing on Serbia looked rough without Bogi47:46 Teams working to limit Jokic entry passes50:52 Turkey's aggressive perimeter play52:27 Back cuts killing Serbia54:41 Is Pesic g
Grading Western Conference Offseasons
NBA Chicken is back to rank NBA offseasons with Will and Grace! Only doing the west because the east sucks.00:00 Start01:27 Quick Thoughts on Serbia v Slovenia04:34 Timberwolves13:43 Pelicans21:34 Grizzlies29:13 Thunder39:07 Lakers53:03 Suns01:00:21 Clippers01:07:12 Rockets01:16:33 Warriors01:21:00 Nuggets01:29:36 Mavs01:33:34 Blazers01:40:32 Kings01:46:16 Spurs01:59:16 Jazz02:05:47 Hawks honorabl
Nuggets v Clippers RIVALRY is stronger than ever | Match up deep dive with Law Murray
Law Murray from The Athletic joins the show! We are doing a mini-autopsy on the Nuggets-Clippers series, the Clippers offseason, and asking whether the Clippers matchup is a real threat to Denver’s title hopes. Stay tuned til the end of the show as Will rejoins for a little film session on the Serbia-Germany pre-Eurobasket friendly.00:00 Episode Start02:41 Law's background in covering the NBA1
Nuggets' new path of DOMINANCE | Nuggets stat track draft
It's NBA schedule release day! We’re breaking down the message the league is sending about the Eastern Conference, the national TV hierarchy, and what this all means for the New Look Denver Nuggets in the 2025-26 season.00:00 Start02:03 Eurobasket, Serbia vs Greece15:11 NBA Christmas match up reactions20:51 What this says about the eastern conference26:24 NBA pushing the right teams for openin
Braun and Watson Extension COMPS | What's the right number and structure?
Will and Grace look at player comps for CB and Pwat to glean what they could or should get on their next extension based on their production. But first they'll cover the other extension news around the NBA and how it informs making decisions on new extensions.00:00 Episode Start02:47 Jokic drops 20, 19, and 9 vs Bosnia10:06 Nuggets black city jerseys are back17:45 Luka extends with LA, superma
1K Sub EXTRAVAGANZA | First look at Jokić PLAYING in Eurobasket | Top HOPE for each Denver Nugget
Will and Grace are celebrating 1,000 subs! The highs, the lows, and what’s to come. They have a 'shot clock violation' game giving 1 word of hope for every Denver Nugget. They'll check in on their NBA agendas. But ALSO, Nikola Jokic is back with Eurobasket! Along with basically everyone else in the NBA. Stay Tuned for our first look at a star studded European Championship!00:00 Episode
New Look Nuggets CONFIRMED | What Cam and Jonas do for the Nuggets
Will and Grace will cover the news that Valančiūnas will honor his NBA contract with the Denver Nuggets. What he can bring and how double big lineups have been faring in the recent NBA. Then they'll cover Cam Johnson's comments in recent interview, podcasts, press conferences about how he intends to fit in with Jokic and company. Stay tuned for discussions on the recent movement around the
Nuggets finally go ALL IN for Nikola Jokić | Trade and cap breakdown, NBA Summer League
Jake Coyne is back to help break down the Nuggets' new financial reality. Breaking down the CBA, first apron, second apron, whichever apron Denver’s front office has been using to cook up a storm this offseason. Also, the Valanciunas trade is finally made official…so that means Denver’s backup center situation is resolved right…right? Stayed tuned for all of that ahead including some reactions
Denver ENFORCING Jonas Valančiūnas Contract | NBA Offseason Mailbag
It's a Grace solo pod! Coveriong the latest on the Jonas Valanciunas, Denver's offseason, and how Denver fits into the massive Western Conference.Episode 69, recorded July 10, 202500:00 Start09:59 Jonas Valanciunas Saga, what did teams know?19:36 Does Denver need to convince Jonas?26:49 Jonas alternatives36:47 Nuggets NBA Cup Draw40:07 How MPJ trade affects CB48:30 Horford better for Nugge
Nuggets dominate NBA offseason | Valančiūnas leaving Denver already?
Will and Grace grade the Nuggets' new offseason additions. But is Jonas Valančiūnas already headed out the door?00:00 Episode Start03:34 Valančiūnas Dilemma19:08 Possible Val scenarios32:23 Grading Nuggets moves so far50:05 What these moves say about Tenzer and Wallace59:12 Roster finishing touches, forward position01:05:10 Point of attack defense01:13:33 Pwat extension01:17:25 Should we exten
Nuggets trade MPJ for Cam Johnson, Bruce Returns, Live Reactions
Will and Grace hosted a live free agency special. Nuggets trades and moves dropped a few hours into the day. Here is the condensed version of the show as it pertains solely to the new Nuggets acquisitions. This only covers the Cam and Bruce moves. We speculate about some possible targets. We will be back to cover the JV and THJ moves later this week. Enjoy!00:00 Episode Start01:05 Impressions of B
Nuggets hire BEN TENZER and JON WALLACE | News Reactions, Ranking NBA Champions
Nuggets appoint Ben Tenzer to executive VP of basketball ops and Jon Wallace executive VP of player personnel. Will and Grace react to a crazy 24 hrs. KD to HOU. Hali tears achilles in Game 7. How OKC's title reinforces and breaks some NBA norms00:00 Confused on new roles and titles of Tenzer / Wallace07:39 Questions about Josh and timing of the decision13:57 Hiring two inexperienced execs too
Balcetis OUT, Bane IN | NBA News and Finals Reactions
00:00 Nuggets and Tommy Balcetis part ways16:45 Why this timing? Discussing other GM options28:44 Analyzing the Bane trade, fit for Magic 37:04 Backdrop on trade and Orlando roster implications 47:09 Break down of Orlando's salary cap, who is next?53:43 Bane perfect fit but won't solve everything57:34 Paolo has been frustrated, will Bane trade help?01:02:47 Expectations for Bane01:05:04 Me
Russell Westbrook OPTS OUT of Denver, will he be back?
00:00 Financial Details06:19 Do you think Russ will be back?09:26 Potential teams in the mix for Russ?12:13 Russ as a case study for the Jokic bump15:07 Do you want Russ back in Denver?18:11 Russ is worth keeping22:47 PG position is already shallow26:22 Question on TP MLE
NBA Finals Games 1 and 2 film breakdown and discussion
00:00 NBA Finals Film Review, Game 116:40 Game 2, Bad Hali game28:18 What went wrong for the Pacers?38:27 SGA dribble drive and high ball screens48:49 What Grace wishes Nuggets could have done vs OKC53:20 Closing thoughts, Chet, and game 3 prediction
Nuggets without, offseason decisions loom | Jeff Morton and Denver front office culture
00:00 Jeff Morton joins the show03:31 Jeff's Background09:09 Reading the Tea Leaves on Tenzer15:49 Is Josh taking time to search for GM due diligence?20:14 Will GMs turned off by Nuggets order of operations?27:58 Josh Kroenke receives a tough question35:26 Did we sabotage our own draft and develop plan?42:03 Too many rookie scale players to develop42:21 Pwat as the quintessential project dynas
Nuggets Offseason Guide with Jake Coyne, trade proposals
00:00 Jake Coyne joins the show01:46 Jake Coyne background06:53 Still no GM, likely to be Tenzer13:33 What were the issues with the roster?22:08 Nuggets offensive assessment29:42 Evaluating Nuggets' playoff defense33:17 Needed skills on offense in a defensive conference42:18 Pressure points of the Nuggets roster46:59 Are Nuggets screwed with top heavy contracts?50:22 Championship got our playe
David Adelman sets the TONE for his Denver Nuggets tenure, Press Conference Reaction
00:00 Episode Start03:35 Adelman Press Conference07:26 What will Adelman do differently?13:42 Pwat needs a good offseason15:40 Giving the players something to be excited about18:39 Jamal excused or inexcusable? 23:33 Defensive creativity29:11 Forcing more turnovers?32:20 Emphasized getting off to a better start37:43 Should the game 7 losses motivate the team?45:09 "It's their team,"
Russ undergoes surgery, Conference Finals Breakdown
00:00 Episode Start03:07 Is Matt Lloyd a name to look out for?08:25 Russ injury, hand surgery14:25 Russ' player option22:36 MIN vs OKC impressions, depth showcase27:17 Will boycotting series30:27 Chet aggressive, OKC dominating offensive glass38:36 Wolves offense is not consistent or versatile enough43:57 Minnesota's early obituary52:33 Julius Randle discussion56:13 Which team fails to ret
Josh Kroenke REAL or FAKE? Breaking down Josh's comments and team outlook Part 2
00:00 Does Adelman get an introductory presser?05:24 Was Adelman the right hire?12:24 Josh's comments on Adelman, why he likes him18:04 Can Adelman challenge the guys enough?22:15 Is Adelman a better player developer than Malone 27:20 Roster redundancy is no longer the silent killer36:19 GM not being able to hire their own coach44:22 Will Josh's involvement compromise new GM's autonomy?55:21 Inter
How close were the Nuggets to winning it all this season? Part 1
00:00 Nuggets eliminated05:22 Adelman hired as new head coach09:02 OKC Game 7 retrospective12:28 How close were the Nuggets?16:39 Thunder most difficult playoff opponent yet?23:58 Nuggets exceeded expectations but worked hard as hell to do it31:43 Is taking Clippers to 7 less impressive in hindsight?37:01 Need more bodies to weather the storm
Can the Nuggets complete the UPSET? Series Reaction and Game 7 Preview
00:00 Episode Start 02:29 AG Strains Hamstring, will he play? 14:50 Nuggets Game 5 issues 18:19 Jokic is looking good again 24:19 Nuggets offense looked great in game 6 32:08 Jamal getting downhill38:09 Julian Strawther 48:54 OKC not as lethal with mismatch hunting 53:26 JDub bad game 6, is he due for a good game 759:52 Game 7 Predictions 01:09:19 Understanding the moment 01:15:14 Evaluating Pwat
All Tied Up, Nuggets vs OKC Series Reaction
00:00 Preview00:34 Episode Start, Reacting to Game 4 loss03:59 Is the series looking as expected?09:04 Shai vs CB and the Nuggets' zone14:55 OKC's others made shots vs zone28:30 Both teams trying to find consistency33:20 Nuggets using an even shorter rotation41:04 Are you impressed by OKC?44:53 OKC limiting Jokic and Nuggets rim efficiency 58:30 How to open up Jokic on offense01:03:16 Stil
Can the Nuggets UPSET the Thunder? Series Preview with Matt Brooks
Matt Brooks joins Grace to preview the upcoming series between the Nuggets and Thunder. 00:00 Matt Brooks joins the show00:46 How to frame DEN vs OKC?03:12 How DEN can mitigate OKC turnover adv13:20 Offensive REB battle18:33 Does 3 PT approach need to adjust?27:05 Jokić needs to cook33:09 Jamal getting to his spots37:58 Nuggets Zone vs OKC44:39 High traps vs SGA and their counters52:10 How to appr
Nuggets CLAW their way back into the series, game 4 reaction and film review
00:00 Preview01:00 Nuggets' life flashed before our eyes06:27 Jokic carries the Nuggets in game 412:08 Lack of depth vs Clippers' role players19:09 Series outlook after game 3 blowout loss25:02 Still confident in picking the Nuggets29:33 Nuggets bounce back in game 434:49 Film Review, Attacking Harden off ball45:03 Heavy min for the starters48:10 Nuggets vs the zone in the 4th quarter01:05
Nuggets vs Clippers, True Battle of Attrition
00:00 Preview03:10 Is the series playing out as expected?05:19 Evaluating Adelman's decisions 15:01 Game 1 Defensive coverages24:03 Who to start on Kawhi?28:18 Attacking Harden and Zu in PNR34:50 Takeaways from Game 238:21 Kawhi concern rising?44:05 Zubac plays in some non Jokic min46:40 Turnover Breakdown49:24 Clippers timing on help52:03 Losing the ball of the dribble54:14 Forcing entry pass
Bonus episode: Round 1 Predictions, Josh Kroenke Press Conference Reaction
00:00 Round 1 Playoff Predictions11:08 Josh Kroenke hold a press conference26:23 Taking accountability37:44 Toxic Management43:11 Report on Josh not wanting to trade MPJ46:51 Will playoff outcome change team direction?53:58 News around the NBA
Live or Die: Nuggets vs Clippers Preview and film breakdown
00:00 Preview02:29 Path to the fourth seed07:52 Clippers impressions and numbers12:31 What type of Jamal do we need?16:31 Strength vs Strength20:27 Kawhi midrange is an advantage for the Nuggets23:22 Live or Die film review24:12 Harden isos vs MPJ27:42 Contesting without fouling29:49 Clippers' off ball threats33:56 Harden getting downhill37:31 Tagging Zubac or staying home?40:34 Making life di
Malone and Booth SABOTAGE each other's time with the Denver Nuggets
00:00 Preview02:47 Reacting to Malone's firing10:41 Breaking down Josh Kroenke's comments15:18 Kroenke's didn't believe Nuggets could win22:03 Implications for Jokic31:05 Kroenke's organizational approach35:51 Franchise politics, dysfunction, sabotage?47:04 Booth's rejection50:57 Booth tried to trade Jamal53:51 Terrible asset management58:43 Solidifying playoff position01:0
The greatest of wins but even worse losses + Denver's ideal path to the title
Denver SportShorts joins Grace to talk about the state of the Nuggets coming off their best win of the season but also their worse loss. They also debate the big question of whether the Nuggets should be trying to avoid specific playoff match ups.00:00 Preview02:17 SportShorts Background08:55 OKC win change your Nuggets opinion?17:16 Wolves, Lakers recap20:36 Why did we lose to the Wizards again?2
Nuggets and Thunder heavyweight fight, breaking it down with Alex Hoops
Alex Hoops joins the show to break down everything in the Nuggets, Thunder two game match up and project what that could mean for a possible meeting in the playoffs.00:00 Preview02:05 Alex's Background04:35 Alex's favorite team06:54 Kyrie tears ACL15:54 Alex's Luka trade reaction24:36 LeBron still impressing28:35 Jalen Suggs injury33:58 Quick Nuggets Recap36:01 Julian Strawther injury
Nuggets roster puzzle, CB's versatility, and NBA stories
CTFazio24 joins Grace to talk about the difficult job Malone has had deciding on who to play in the rotation at the right times. It leads to a lot of praise for Christian Braun and the offensive versatility he's displayed this season.00:00 Episode Preview01:52 Wemby out for season06:55 Are the Warriors a threat?09:41 OKC unbeatable w Chet's return?13:32 More impactful, Luka or Chet?17:37 B
WORST trade in NBA history! Reacting to Luka trade. Quick Nuggets deadline expectations
Will and Grace react to the recent trade deadline moves including Luka to the Lakers, Fox to the Spurs, and LaVine to the kings. Then they'll briefly talk about the Nuggets and if Zeke can step in to cover for Pwat or their desire for him to be traded
00:00 Preview
00:39 Luka trade reactions
07:08 Mavs window is shortened
16:39 Will Luka extend with the Lakers?
26:27 Luka's conditioning
33:18 Bui
The Nuggets discover more about themselves, is a change for the starters in order?
Will and Grace break down how good Jamal looked before his injury flared up, how Wemby poses a unique challenge for the Nuggets, and whether Pwat or Russ could break into the starting unit.
00:00 Intro
02:35 Jimmy butler
04:49 Harsh contract realities
12:23 Being careful of heavy contracts
15:30 Trade deadline is less fun
18:50 Nuggets procrastination continues
21:51 Jokic vs Wemby
25:28 Nuggets
Can the Nuggets SOLVE their own problems? What's improving and what needs to be tweaked?
CT joins Grace to cover the last stretch of the Nuggets' season. Jamal is rounding in to shape. Russ is impressing. CT talks about bench schemes that can help them find more consistent success. And they cover the need for more aggression on defense00:00 CT Fazio joins the show01:51 Kings fire Mike Brown10:12 Does DFS move the needle for LAL?16:58 Recent Nuggets Recap19:57 Jokić rim finishing vs 3
Pt 2 - Are the Nuggets trying anything different? Jokić for a 4th MVP
Will and Grace break down the Nuggets games vs the Clippers and Kings to see if anything is sticking out or improving. Then they go over their disagreement regarding Jokic’s’ MVP case. 00:00 Intro02:04 Nuggets vs Clippers, Defense07:19 Nuggets offense vs Clippers19:26 Clutch offense returns vs Kings34:38 Are Zubac and Sabonis the toughest Jokic matchups?39:12 How to counter teams forcing Russ to s
Pt 1 - MPJ on the trade block, OKC loses the NBA Cup
Will and Grace talk about all the trade rumors involving MPJ. Then they cover some other trades around the league before breaking down how the Thunder lost to the Bucks in the NBA Cup. 00:00 Intro02:11 Emotions and logistics w an MPJ trade13:50 LaVine trade would make DEN more top heavy26:12 Nets and Hawks trade targets31:34 Nuggets' needs in a trade, Calvin Booth40:23 Jontay Porter sentencing upd
Burning questions about the Nuggets' dire situation and covering the best tanking teams
Will and Grace ask the most pressing questions about the Nuggets. Then they talk about some of the tanking teams in the league and which may have a more promising path towards becoming the next Thunder or Magic.
00:00 Intro
02:50 Anticipating Trade Deadline
05:01 Burning Questions
07:08 Jamal ignores AG / Team Morale
16:04 Should Russ start over Jamal?
25:16 Do the Nuggets need a new voice at he
The Nuggets Rollercoaster continues, inconsistency on defense, and offensive trends
The Nuggets up and down season continues. Will and Grace cover the games against the Mavs, Lakers, and Knicks. Then they dive into specific stats and schemes on both sides of the ball.00:00 Intro01:39 Nuggets lackluster defense vs the Mavs04:38 Pwat shining defensively09:14 Defensive effort and communication18:11 Clutch time rotations, too many Murray min?28:13 Nuggets trounce the Lakers33:49 Russ
Lineup data deep dive with Ryan Blackburn
Grace and Ryan talk about the Nuggets' recent Jokic-less road trip. It begs the question, how are the non-Jokic lineups doing? And what are the best lineups and combos even with Jokic?
00:00 Ryan Blackburn joins / holding Jamal accountable
02:50 Ryan's Background covering the Nuggets
09:36 When Grace was wrong about Ryan
12:50 The satisfaction of finally winning the Championship
13:31 Drama free
The Nuggets offense is reaching new heights: Project Dynasty check in
Will and Grace outline how the Nuggets' insane offensive production and concepts that helped them get on a 5 game win streak at home. Then they talk about some of the team's defensive issues.
Later they check in on the development on the Booth Boys and their progress in Project Dynasty.
00:00 Intro
02:18 Chet Holmgren Injury
09:30 So many injuries
13:15 Jamal Murray's daughter makes an appearance
The Nuggets slow start is turning a corner, Ramona Shelburne controversial article
00:00 Preview
01:32 ESPN article on Jokic's prime and the Nuggets
04:50 Pro Calvin Booth roster building agenda?
06:54 Why would Booth get an extension?
11:01 MPJ is aware of the stakes this season
14:05 Front office concerned about Jamal's conditioning again
17:49 Suspiciously favorable to Booth and anti Malone
24:34 Overexaggerating Malone's lack of trust in the young players
26:54 Booth "good"
Denver Nuggets lose UGLY in opener vs the OKC Thunder, SwipaCam breaks it down
00:00 Swipa joins the show
02:14 Liberty win the Finals
06:21 WNBA CBA
10:50 Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese
15:38 AG extension is done
20:55 Other NBA extensions
25:51 Jalen Green and Sengun extensions
29:24 What are the Warriors doing with Kuminga
36:37 Swipa's background
40:54 Nuggets v Thunder reaction
43:02 Christian Braun
45:24 Switching
49:52 Jokić
54:06 AG
56:58 MPJ
01:04:20 Rotations and Be
Matt Moore plays Real or Fake with the Denver Nuggets and breaks down their 3 Pt problems,
Matt Moore from Locked on Nuggets and the Action Network joins Will and Grace on this edition. He breaks down what's real or fake for the Nuggets heading into the season. Then he helps shed light on the big and scary "3 pt problem" that fans and media are discussing.
00:00 Matt Moore joins the show
01:11 WNBA Finals Update
09:37 New York's hold over their media
14:22 Kawhi's Injury / Speculation
The “New Nuggets” IMPRESS in Abu Dhabi, Julian and CB on the rise
00:00 Matt Brooks joins the show02:15 Liberty v Aces reminiscent of Nuggets v Wolves05:09 Is ball pressure an underrated key to defense?13:17 Better match up for the Liberty15:23 No AG extension yet19:29 New Nuggets, Russell Westbrook36:52 Dario Saric47:20 Julian Strawther01:00:18 Christian Braun's Defense01:06:29 Christian Braun's Offense01:16:01 Trey Alexander01:23:26 Nuggets Vets, Jokic01:26:24
The Denver Nuggets are Back, is their path easier?
Will and Grace are back to cover all the recent news including the KAT Trade and the Altitude+ Streaming Service.Then it's all things Nuggets Media Day and Training Camp interviews / impressions!Stick around for the Nuggets Rewind on Julian Strawther's most impressive game last season vs the Atlanta Hawks!00:00 Intro01:34 KAT trade14:58 WNBA Update20:33 Zach Lowe fired27:47 Altitude plus is here30
WNBA Playoff reaction with Steve Jones: Marina Mabrey LIGHTS UP Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever
Steve Jones of The Dunker Spot Podcast joins the show to discuss Round 1 of the 2024 WNBA playoffs. We cover both games of the Storm-Aces series, and Game 1s of the Fever-Sun and Mercury-Lynx series.
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