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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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The Denvengers are back! Ryan Blackburn, Swipa, Adam Mares, and Matt Moore combine forces to preview the upcoming playoff series between the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves. Will Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray continue to dominate in the two-man game? Can the Nuggets slow down Anthony Edwards? Who will be the X-Factors for each team? The fellas share their thoughts and offer a series prediction for one of the toughest matchups in recent Nuggets history.
Ryan Blackburn shares his final Hangover takes from the Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers playoff series and goes briefly around the NBA with takes on the rest of the playoffs. Then, he does his first deep dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves. Just how dangerous are they? What do the Nuggets need to know heading into the second round series? Are the Timberwolves really the most dangerous West playoff team to the Nuggets? (Spoiler: Yes)
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Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 108-106 win over the Los Angeles Lakers to take Game 5 and the series. Jamal Murray hit an epic game-winning shot with three seconds left, his second of the series. Michael Porter Jr. was outstanding. Nikola Jokic did enough. Aaron Gordon and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope filled in the gaps. The Nuggets needed everything to get by LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers tonight. Now, they will rest before their second round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
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Ryan Blackburn and Swipa react to the Denver Nuggets losing Game 4 to the Los Angeles Lakers, prolonging the first round series until at least Game 5. What kind of concerns are there following the loss? Has Jamal Murray's struggles shooting been a big deal or a little deal? What kind of effort should the Nuggets expect from the Lakers in Game 5?
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Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 112-105 win over the Los Angeles Lakers to take Game 3. The Nuggets are now up 3-0 in the series over the Lakers, who are reeling from their ELEVENTH (11) straight loss to the Nuggets. Everyone played a part in this victory for Denver, with Michael Porter Jr, and Aaron Gordon stepping up in a big way. Ryan discusses Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, LeBron James and Anthony Davis, and why this series feels like serious Deja Vu to last season.
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Ryan Blackburn answers mailbag questions for Pickaxe and Roll on a variety of topics surrounding the Denver Nuggets. Can they defeat the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3? What will it take for a SWEEP? What version of Jamal Murray will the Nuggets get? Who can help the Nuggets off the bench? Ryan goes over all of the fun questions before going around the NBA to discuss other playoff matchups.
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Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 101-99 win in which Jamal Murray, after starting the game poorly, ended up the game with an epic buzzer beater over Anthony Davis. The Nuggets were down by as many as 20 points but fought back in the second half for an opportunity to take the lead. Murray was clutch. Nikola Jokic was amazing. Michael Porter Jr. was essential. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Aaron Gordon changed the game defensively. Ryan discusses the game, the shot, and what it means going forward.
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On the latest episode of Weekends with Swipa, Ryan Blackburn and Swipa break down the Denver Nuggets 114-103 Game 1 win over the Los Angeles Lakers, giving the Nuggets a 1-0 lead in the first round series. Nikola Jokic was incredible. Jamal Murray was a playmaker. Michael Porter Jr. made an impact, and the team did enough to combat great games from LeBron James and Anthony Davis. They also discuss what's going on around the NBA in other playoff matchups.
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Anthony Irwin of Lakers Lounge joins Ryan Blackburn to preview the Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers first round playoff series from the enemy perspective. Do the Nuggets really have a mental advantage over the Lakers? What can the Lakers do to counter Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray? What are the most important keys for both sides? Anthony and Ryan break it all down.
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers defeating the New Orleans Pelicans in the Play-In Tournament on Tuesday night, earning the seventh seed. They will face the second seed Denver Nuggets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Ryan reacts to the game, initial thoughts on the Nuggets and Lakers and how they match up, and discusses the West being so difficult that the Lakers might be a favorable matchup.
Ryan Blackburn and Swipa react to the Denver Nuggets 126-111 win over the Memphis Grizzlies in the final game of the regular season. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray were great. The Nuggets secured the 2-seed after the Minnesota Timberwolves lost their final game, meaning Denver will face the winner of the Play-In Game between the New Orleans Pelicans and Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. Ryan and Swipa go over the games today, react to the playoff bracket, and share their thoughts on the Pelicans and Lakers.
Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets horrible, no-good, very bad loss to the San Antonio Spurs at the buzzer. The Nuggets were up 23 points but lost 121-120 after Devonte' Graham hit a floater over Jamal Murray in transition. Ryan discusses the game, who to blame for the collapse, and what a loss means for Denver. The Nuggets were all set to clinch the 1-seed, but now, that appears to be lost in the final days of the regular season. Who will the Nuggets play in the playoffs now?
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 116-107 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves to reclaim the top seed in the Western Conference. Nikola Jokic was spectacular, scoring 41 points and dominating his individual matchup with Rudy Gobert. Jamal Murray played well and gave the Nuggets a boost. It was Christian Braun and Peyton Watson that sealed the win for Denver though with defense, hustle, and momentum shifting dunks. Ryan goes over the win, Jokic's MVP closing statement, and what this win means for the rest of the West.
Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 111-95 win vs the Utah Jazz. Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic were dynamic, and the Nuggets got some help from Christian Braun and Peyton Watson. The win sets up a big matchup tonight against the Minnesota Timberwolves for first place in the Western Conference. Both teams are on a back-to-back. Which team will take control of the West in the final game of the season?
On the latest episode of Weekends with Swipa, Ryan Blackburn and Swipa pick every individual NBA award for the 2023-24 NBA Season. From Nikola Jokic for Most Valuable Player, to Victor Wembanyama for Defensive Player of the Year, to All-NBA teams, they go over their official awards ballots of the 2023-24 season.
Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets dominating 142-110 win over the Atlanta Hawks in Jamal Murray's return to the floor. Murray had a solid performance, while the entire Nuggets rotation made 23 three-pointers, the most of the season. Nikola Jokic had another triple-double, and the bench played very well. The Nuggets are in control of their own destiny for the top seed in the Western Conference. They just have to win four more games. Can they do it?
Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 102-100 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday night. The Nuggets had plenty of chances to win but didn't execute well enough down the stretch. The bench woes didn't help, and despite a masterclass performance from Nikola Jokic, the Nuggets couldn't get it done. Ryan goes over the game, the All-Defensive chances for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Aaron Gordon, and what Denver's playoff rotation looks like right now.
Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 110-105 win over the San Antonio Spurs, a matchup between the best player in the league in Nikola Jokic and the future of the league in Victor Wembanyama. The Nuggets survived an off shooting night with the help of a clutch Michael Porter Jr. three-pointer, Aaron Gordon's impact, and Christian Braun's passing. Ryan discusses the game, the MVP Straw Poll revealed from ESPN, and Denver's path to the 1 seed in the Western Conference Playoffs.
Ryan Blackburn and Swipa go over the Denver Nuggets dominant blowout win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Easter Sunday, focusing on Nikola Jokic making an MVP statement. The Nuggets shot the ball well from three-point range, and the offense was humming. Ryan and Swipa discuss Michael Porter Jr. and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope shooting well, Reggie Jackson bouncing back, and where the Nuggets bench can continue to improve heading into the playoffs.
Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets 111-98 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in which the T'Wolves were prepared and the Nuggets were not. Denver didn't play well, and without Jamal Murray, weaknesses in Denver's offense are beginning to emerge. Are the T'Wolves a problem for the Nuggets in a playoff series? Ryan discusses, while also discussing Jamal Murray's health concerns.
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Agree with your assessment of Zeke. I have been half afraid that his playing time lately was an effort to showcase him and raise his trade value. But I like him for the next few years because he is working on his game and is improving, if not by leaps and bounds at least steadily and perceptibly. There is no guarantee of a championship this year even if we have the capability. But there is also no reason that we can't be championship competitive for the next 3-4 years, given the ages of key players. No need to mortgage a bright future.