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Fandom from Afar

Fandom from Afar

Join me as I discuss my journey as a Colorado sports fan living in Florida and my interviews with sports fans that are forced to enjoy their favorite teams from a distance.

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17:02

Nuggets 1-0, Revenge Tour has Started!

Fandom from Afar ·

2026/04/20

We ride the full Game 1 emotional swing, from early panic to a clutch finish that puts Denver up 1-0. We break down what actually changed after the first quarter, then lay out what we loved, what worries us, and what we think Game 2 is about to look like. • first-quarter physicality and the fear of a repeat of last year • Aaron Gordon foul trouble and why his role matters • second-quarter spark from Bruce Brown plus key moments from Spencer Jones and Cam Johnson • third-qua...

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18:42

It's Playoff Time for our Denver Nuggets

Fandom from Afar ·

2026/04/18

The playoffs arrive and we map Denver’s clearest path back to a championship, starting with the Timberwolves rematch that still feels personal. We weigh Minnesota’s athletic pressure against Jokic-led skill, then zoom out to bracket picks, awards narratives, and our Game 1 calls. • Nuggets’ regular-season finish and why the 12-game streak matters • Wolves matchup history and how physicality changes Denver’s rhythm • Key swing factor of athleticism plus injuries to important ...

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16:53

Nuggets Scenarios - Final Four Edition

Fandom from Afar ·

2026/04/04

We take a clear-eyed look at where the Nuggets sit with five games left, why the West standings feel like a coin flip, and how injuries keep shaping everything. Then we run a March Madness style Nuggets Final Four of outcomes and land on why Jokic and Jamal still give us real championship belief. • West seeding chaos and why the final five games matter • Current Nuggets record and the ongoing injury grind • Why finishing fourth might be the cleanest path • A Nuggets themed Final Four with dre...

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29:31

Nuggets are Getting Healthy

Fandom from Afar ·

2026/02/22

We step back from the game log and map the most injured season of the Jokic era, finding real bench depth, a sharper identity, and a path back to title form. Player by player, we weigh roles, health, and how the rotation should harden for May. • record check and why third seed still works • Hunter Tyson move and roster flexibility • KJ Simpson two-way value as a ball handler • Duron Holmes as a shooter-first project • Jalen Pickett’s ceiling as a third guard • Zeke Nnaji’s defense vs contrac...

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12:44

Nuggets are a Hallmark Movie

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/12/24

We recap a 3–1 stretch, then turn the Nuggets into a Hallmark movie using bingo tropes, from Jokic’s “magical elder” aura to Cam Johnson’s small-town fit and Bruce Brown’s joyful return. Predictions land, humility holds, and we close with a reminder to find balance on Christmas. • Rockets thriller as playoff preview • Magic swings decided by a 30–6 run • Cold night versus Rockets with foul trouble • Jazz blowout with 24 made threes • Hallmark Bingo mapped to Nuggets players • Jokic as wise m...

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13:35

Happy Jokmas! Nuggets are Streaking at Home and on...

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/12/15

We celebrate Jokmas and retrace how one bold choice turned Jokic into the franchise’s axis while breaking down a seven-game run that mixed an odd home slide with an elite road streak. We make fresh predictions, own past misses, and share a simple way to be a better fan. • seven-game recap with Suns, Pacers, Hawks, Hornets, Kings • NBA Cup miss after Spurs loss and what it means • Jokmas origin and Malone’s decision to start Jokic • the Clippers what-if and development context • current form ...

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11:52

Thankful for the Nuggets

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/11/29

We recap a 13-4 start that swings from a statement win in Houston to puzzling losses against the Bulls and Kings, then pull real lessons from injuries, depth minutes, and Cam Johnson’s heating up. Predictions, corrections, and a reading rec keep us honest and curious. • key wins over Timberwolves and Rockets • costly injuries to Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun • Peyton Watson’s leap in minutes and impact • Spencer Jones and Zeke Nnaji evaluation window • Cam Johnson’s shooting return and sp...

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16:54

Nuggets Rolling, Jokic Ascendant

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/11/14

We break down a 9–2 start, a seven-game sprint, and why Jokic’s form looks better than any past MVP run. We also dig into new additions that stabilize the bench, the Thunder’s rise, a wobbly East, and a grounded 5–1 forecast. • seven-game recap with key swings • Jokic’s historic efficiency and control • depth upgrades and second-unit identity • Murray and Gordon pacing for spring • Thunder as looming West test • East parity and inconsistency • revised prediction and accountability • tips to ...

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13:38

Why the Nuggets Offense Looks Unstoppable Right Now

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/10/30

We break down a 3–1 start with quick-hit game reviews, a full-throated salute to a locked-in Jamal Murray, and why Denver’s offense feels inevitable. The bench steadies, Cam Johnson’s shot will come, and we make a bold Halloween streak prediction before sharing fan resources we love. • lightning reviews of Warriors, Suns, T-Wolves, Pelicans • Jamal Murray’s early-season surge and impact • why the offense flows and feels sustainable • Aaron Gordon’s shooting threat and vertical game • bench s...

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29:15

How the Entire NBA Relates to the Nuggets

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/10/17

We set expectations for a loaded Denver season, explain why the offense could be historic, and map out which teams truly threaten a title run. Fresh rotations, a steadier bench, and a sharper defensive plan change the floor and raise the ceiling. • lineup flexibility under Coach Adelman • Big Val organizing the bench offense • defensive tweaks with Jared Dudley • shooters creating spacing and flow • Christian Braun’s leap as a fifth starter • Aaron Gordon’s confidence and health • Jokic shif...

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11:44

Nuggets Training Camp has Started!

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/10/01

We recap a high-impact offseason, a refreshed coaching staff, and a reshaped roster, then shift to training camp vibes where Jokić is loose and Jamal Murray arrives locked in. The mood is light, the roles make sense, and the title window feels wide open. • new general managers set cap strategy and relationship edge • David Adelman named head coach with Jared Dudley and JJ Barea assisting • MPJ traded for Cam Johnson to rebalance shooting and defense • additions of Bruce Brown, Tim Hardaway J...

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23:50

The Offseason is almost over! We are Back!

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/09/26

After an unexpected summer break, Fandom from Afar returns with renewed energy and a streamlined focus on Denver Nuggets coverage. What started feeling like a chore has been transformed back into a passion project with some exciting changes for the podcast's future. • Focusing exclusively on solo Nuggets episodes rather than guest interviews • Redesigned podcast logo to mark this fresh start • Appearance on "Serbian Corner" podcast helped rekindle enthusiasm for Nuggets talk • Replay of the ...

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17:11

Nuggets A+ Offseason

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/07/12

The Denver Nuggets front office has completely transformed the roster this offseason with several high-impact moves that address key weaknesses while maintaining championship aspirations. New co-GMs Ben Tenzer and John Wallace have executed a brilliant strategy despite being hired just days before the draft, making moves that restore depth, add versatility, and relieve salary cap pressure. • Trading Michael Porter Jr. for Cam Johnson brings a more complete player who can dribble, cut, and de...

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19:58

50 Episodes Deep: The Children of Fandom Finally Speak

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/06/12

In this special 50th episode, I invite my children Evelyn and Bennett to reveal what it's like growing up with a basketball-obsessed parent who constantly talks about the Denver Nuggets and MVP Nikola Jokić. The kids rate my sports fanaticism between "eight and a half" and "seven thousand" on a scale of one to ten, confirming my suspected overenthusiasm. • My children demonstrate unexpected knowledge about Nikola Jokić in our first game, including his love for horses and signature "Sombor Sh...

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26:15

Nuggets Offseason Preview

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/06/06

The Nuggets face crucial decisions this offseason with multiple paths forward after a disappointing follow-up to their championship season. Josh Kroenke's emphasis on internal development signals one approach, but trade possibilities and free agent signings offer alternative strategies to address the team's glaring bench weaknesses. • Front office restructuring remains unresolved with Ben Tenzer likely to become GM, possibly with another executive above him • David Adelman's coaching hire re...

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22:35

Nuggets Playoff Run Comes to an End

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/05/23

The defending champion Denver Nuggets' season ended with a disappointing Game 7 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder as Denver's lack of depth was exposed against the younger, more athletic Thunder team. Despite the difficult ending, the mid-season coaching change likely saved the Nuggets from falling into the play-in tournament, giving fans a respectable playoff run. • Thunder dominated Game 7 with superior depth, energy, and athleticism • Media narrative that Alex Caruso "shut down" J...

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15:15

Nuggets prep for Game 7, Again!!

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/05/16

The Nuggets force a Game 7 against the Thunder with a resilient Game 6 victory at home. Julian Strawther emerges as an unexpected hero while Jamal Murray delivers a gutsy performance despite battling the flu. • Nuggets have gone to Game 7 in 7 of their 16 playoff series in the Jokić-Murray era • Jamal Murray plays through illness, finishing with 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists • Julian Strawther provides critical spark in second half with timely scoring and energy • Christian Braun cont...

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19:47

Nuggets are Clutch! Up 2-1 on Thunder

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/05/10

The Nuggets showcase their championship pedigree against the Oklahoma City Thunder in an intense playoff series, demonstrating their clutch mentality and toughness despite challenges. Through three games, Denver displays remarkable resilience and veteran composure against the talented but inexperienced Thunder team. • Coming off a seven-game series, Nuggets steal Game 1 on the road with Aaron Gordon's game-winning three • Game 2 sees OKC respond with a dominant blowout performance reminiscen...

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19:19

Game 7 Westbrook

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/05/04

The Nuggets defeat the Clippers in Game 7, adding another chapter to their history of decisive playoff games and setting up a second-round matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Denver's victory came through unexpected heroes as Russell Westbrook, Christian Brown, and Aaron Gordon stepped up while Jokić and Murray had quieter offensive performances. • Russell Westbrook delivered a revenge game against his former team with 16 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists, and 5 steals • Jokić and Murr...

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27:42

Nuggets Fight Back!

Fandom from Afar ·

2025/04/27

The Nuggets-Clippers playoff series has delivered incredible drama with four unique games showcasing championship-level resilience. Aaron Gordon's historic game-winning buzzer-beating dunk saved Game 4 and tied the series 2-2, becoming the first playoff buzzer-beating dunk in NBA history. • Game 1 featured Westbrook's redemption with crucial three-pointers against his former team • Despite Kawhi Leonard's dominance in Game 2, MPJ contributed 15 points and 15 rebounds before a late turn...

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