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Pickaxe and Roll

Mile High Sports, Bleav

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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00:45:12

Reacting to NBA Trades and where the Denver Nuggets...

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2024/02/08

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the trades made around the NBA on Wednesday, including former Denver Nuggets point guard Monte Morris going from the Detroit Pistons to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Ryan discusses Denver's stance on trades, whether the Nuggets have enough to win a championship without a move, and where the NBA playoff pecking order stands currently.

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00:47:59

Peyton Watson and Christian Braun shine, Nuggets...

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2024/02/05

Ryan Blackburn and Swipa discuss the Denver Nuggets latest 112-103 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Peyton Watson and Christian Braun shined off the bench for the Nuggets, and Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray each had strong performances to push Denver over the top. Ryan and Swipa discuss the latest iterations of the Nuggets bench, whether they're worried about Jamal Murray or Michael Porter Jr., and Michael Malone's comments on the NBA Trade Deadline.

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00:44:36

Nikola Jokic DOMINATES in return, Nuggets defeat Blazers

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2024/02/03

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 120-108 win on Friday night vs the Portland Trail Blazers as Nikola Jokic returns to the floor and picks up a MONSTER triple-double. Jokic dominated the middle of the floor vs the Blazers, and that was enough for the Nuggets, even with Jamal Murray having such a poor shooting night. Ryan discusses the game, Jokic's health, and more.

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00:46:37

Is Oklahoma City a legit threat to a Denver Nuggets...

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2024/02/01

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 105-100 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night. Yes, it was without Nikola Jokic, but the Thunder have now defeated the Nuggets three separate times. Are the Thunder a bigger threat to the Nuggets than we may have realized? Ryan goes over the game, what makes OKC a tough challenge for Denver, and discusses the final two weeks of the regular season before All-Star Break.

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00:43:38

Nuggets take down Bucks in awesome clutch matchup

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2024/01/30

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 113-107 win over the Milwaukee Bucks in an impressive clutch performance for Denver. Jamal Murray got buckets, Nikola Jokic did everything else, and the Nuggets played great defense against Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard. Peyton Watson was also spectacular off the bench. Ryan gives credit to the defense, talks Jokic vs Giannis, and also Michael Malone's 400th career regular season win with the Nuggets franchise.

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01:03:21

Embiid ducks Jokic in Denver...again - Weekends with...

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2024/01/28

Ryan Blackburn and Swipa react to yesterday's Denver Nuggets win over the Philadelphia 76ers. Joel Embiid was a late scratch on the injury report, and Nuggets fans were incredibly disappointed not to see the big man play despite being active 20 minutes before the game. Ryan and Swipa react to the Nuggets winning an ugly game, Embiid's ducking, have an MVP debate, and much more.

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00:43:40

Nuggets get DESTROYED by Knicks to wrap up road trip

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2024/01/26

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 122-84 loss to the New York Knicks to end a five-game road trip. The Knicks are a good team, but they aren't 38 points better, even if Jalen Brunson, Julius Randle, and OG Anunoby dominated. The Nuggets struggled mightily, including Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr., though Nikola Jokic did his best to keep the Nuggets afloat. Ryan discusses what went wrong, what Nuggets fans hope to improve, and looks back at Denver's 3-2 road trip as a whole.

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00:41:51

Nuggets survive Pacers behind Nikola Jokic clutch three

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2024/01/24

Ryan Blackburn reacts to Denver Nuggets 114-109 win over the Indiana Pacers as Nikola Jokic hit a game-clinching dagger three-pointer in the closing seconds. Jokic and Jamal Murray were each excellent in this game, and the Nuggets were able to win despite a staunch effort from TJ McConnell, Andrew Nembhard, Pascal Siakam, and the Pacers. Ryan goes over the game, the Jokic-Murray minute patterns, and the upcoming battle for the 1 seed in the Western Conference between the Nuggets, Minnesota

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00:42:48

Nikola Jokic can't be stopped

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2024/01/22

Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 113-104 win over the Washington Wizards as Nikola Jokic goes for 42 points in a near triple-double effort. The Wizards chose to single cover Jokic, and the Nuggets obliged by having Jokic cook for the first three quarters, ultimately reaching 40 points by the end of the game. Ryan discusses Jokic's dominance, Jamal Murray's inefficient shooting on Sunday, and where the NBA MVP race stands as of today.

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01:04:12

Jokic and Murray reminder game! Nuggets outlast Celtics

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2024/01/20

On the latest episode of Weekends with Swipa, Ryan and Swipa break down last night's epic matchup between the Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics in which Denver handed Boston their first home loss of the season. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray were spectacular in a Finals Throwback performance, and the Nuggets had just enough around them to get the job done. Ryan and Swipa go over the game, discuss Denver's matchups against Western Conference contenders, and preview next week.

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00:35:54

Nuggets vs Celtics could be NBA Finals Preview

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2024/01/19

Ryan Blackburn shares his final takes from the Denver Nuggets loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday before transitioning to Friday's matchup with the Boston Celtics. The Celtics are undefeated at home, and the Nuggets are coming off a tough loss. Can anything the Nuggets do stop the Celtics from winning on Friday? Ryan goes over the matchup and why it could be an NBA Finals preview in June.

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00:38:32

Jokic vs Embiid battle goes Embiid's way again

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2024/01/17

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 126-121 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in the much anticipated battle of Nikola Jokic vs Joel Embiid. Jokic had a strong performance with 25 points and 19 rebounds, but Embiid ultimately got the better of the matchup while earning the win. Ryan discusses what happened, how the Sixers broke Denver's defense, where Jamal Murray and the Nuggets bench much improve, and more on the latest Pickaxe and Roll episode.

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00:39:02

Jokic NEARLY perfect again in Nuggets win over Pacers

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2024/01/15

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 117-109 win over the Indiana Pacers as Nikola Jokic shot 12-of-13 from the field and had himself a Sombor Double. Jamal Murray set the table well for himself and his teammates, including Michael Porter Jr., who had perhaps his best all-around game of the season. Ryan goes over the win, Bruce Brown returning to Denver for the ring ceremony, and Denver's upcoming five-game road trip.

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00:45:35

600th episode: Jokic, Murray, and MPJ dominate together

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2024/01/13

Ryan Blackburn reacts to Denver Nuggets win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night as Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Michael Porter Jr. all contribute great games to get the job done. It's been a while since all three played great at the same time. Aaron Gordon and Peyton Watson each offered impressive contributions of their own helping limit Zion Williamson's efficiency in the middle of the game. Ryan discusses Denver's response to adversity and how impressive the Western Conference really

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00:31:42

The Nuggets decided to not play defense last night

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2024/01/11

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 124-111 loss to the Utah Jazz. The Nuggets didn't play with a ton of effort on the defensive end, and the Jazz capitalized almost every single time. Nikola Jokic shot the ball well but struggled defensively, while everybody else on the roster struggled to do either. What should fans make of this defensive performance? Is it a blip on the radar or something more?

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00:41:06

Is Jamal Murray an All-Star this year?

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2024/01/08

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the 37-point outburst from Jamal Murray in the Denver Nuggets 131-114 win over the Detroit Pistons. Murray bounced back from a touch game against the Orlando Magic and cooked every Pistons player in front of him. Nikola Jokic had just four points, but he had 16 assists, including some to Peyton Watson, who continues to impress. Ryan discusses Murray, Jokic, Watson, and more on the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll.

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00:45:44

Is MPJ right about Denver Nuggets offense? - Weekends...

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2024/01/07

In the latest Pickaxe and Roll Podcast, Ryan and Swipa break down the Denver Nuggets 122-120 loss to the Orlando Magic. How concerning was the loss? Did Jamal Murray go too far with his shot selection? Ryan and Swipa share their thoughts on postgame comments made by Michael Porter Jr., as well as some numbers on Denver's offense in clutch situations. Then, they look ahead to next week's opponents as well as tonight's game vs the Detroit Pistons.

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00:39:33

Nikola Jokic EPIC buzzer beater completes comeback...

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2024/01/05

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 130-127 win over the Golden State Warriors as Nikola Jokic hits an epic buzzer beater just past halfcourt. The Nuggets were down by as many as 18 points heading into the fourth quarter, but Jokic and the Nuggets willed themselves back into this game, and Jokic made an incredible shot. Ryan discusses the win, Jokic, and everything in between.

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00:42:18

Will Nuggets make moves at NBA Trade Deadline?

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2024/01/04

Ryan Blackburn discusses Denver Nuggets practice today and does a quick preview of the Nuggets vs Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. Then, he goes over Denver's goals as the NBA Trade Deadline inches closer. Will the Nuggets make a trade? Will they explore the buyout market? Ryan goes over some names that might interest Nuggets fans.

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00:44:15

AG returns, Nuggets cruise, playoff questions remain

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2024/01/02

Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 111-93 win over the Charlotte Hornets that saw a similar game flow to the matchup in Charlotte just over a week ago. The Nuggets used a 30-6 run to begin the third quarter to put the game away, with Nikola Jokic coming to life as a scorer and Denver locking in on both ends. Ryan discusses Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. scoring well, the return of Aaron Gordon, Ish Smith's ring night, and much more.

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