DNVR Denver Nuggets Podcast

The Nuggets bounced back in a big way with a complete blowout of the Toronto Raptors. The second half was a complete dominant performance. Nikola Jokic had a 30 point triple-double in the 3rd quarter to make us all feel better about the start to the year, and the rookies both showed out. Did the Nuggets find TWO steals in the draft? What else can we take away from the massive win? Adam Mares, Harrison Wind, Duvalier Johnson, and Eric Wedum (D-Line Co.) come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar to break down everything you need to know in...

Nikola Jokić’s slow start goes beyond missing threes. Which parts of his slump should concern the Denver Nuggets most: scoring efficiency, rebounding or his control of the offense? The DNVR Nuggets crew examines the numbers and what would restore confidence in Denver’s superstar.

Plus, hangover takes from the Portland loss, who must step up if Cam Johnson and Aaron Gordon are out or limited, and expectations for Trevon Brazile in an expanded role. We also predict the Western Conference’s top six seeds and final eight playoff teams.

0:00 - Intro
3:40 - Hangover takes

The red hot Portland Trailblazers came into town to start a quick 2 game home stand. The Nuggets fall despite another absolutely brilliant game from Jamal Murray who continues his hot start to the season. Cam Johnson left the game late with what looked like a hamstring injury. What else can we take away from the tough loss? Adam Mares, Harrison Wind, Duvalier Johnson, and Eric Wedum (D-Line Co.) come to you LIVE from DNVR HQ to break down everything you need to know in this postgame edition of the DNVR Nuggets Podcast!

0:00 - Intro
2:40 - Ramos...

This week, the Nuggets lost embarrassingly at home to the Warriors, won comfortably in New Orleans, and outgunned the Suns in Phoenix.

Andy Bailey of Bleacher Report joins Miroslav to talk about the Nuggets' early season. Topics include:
• Is Nikola Jokic really past his prime?
• Can Jamal Murray repeat his last regular season and improve significantly in the playoffs?
• How essential is Aaron Gordon?
• Brazile, Hopkins, and Bagley impressed on defense
• Drafting things we hate about the NBA right now

• Western Conference Power Ranking

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The Denver Nuggets get the CRUCIAL NBA Cup win over the Phoenix Suns. Christian Braun has broken out of his shooting slump in a big way hitting his first 6 straight 3 pointers tonight. Jamal Murray continues a brilliant shooting start to the season as well, and Trevon Brazile continues to be a revelation. What else can we take away from the Cup win? Adam Mares, Brandan Vogt, and Duvalier Johnson come to you LIVE from the DNVR bar to break down everything you need to know in this postgame edition of the DNVR Nuggets Podcast!

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Nikola Jokić has reached 200 career triple-doubles—and needs 10 more to pass Russell Westbrook for the NBA’s all-time regular-season record. We examine the Denver Nuggets’ schedule and pick the night Jokić could make history.

Plus, hangover takes from Denver’s win over the Pelicans, how Trevon Brazile’s breakout changes the rotation when Cam Johnson and the other injured Nuggets return, and an NBA Cup preview featuring Denver’s path through Houston, Dallas, Phoenix and Utah.

0:00 - Intro
1:00 - Welcome in
6:30 - Hangover takes
18:30 - Travon Brazile and the health of the team
34:25...

The Nuggets bounced back in a major way with a wire to wire win over the New Orleans Pelicans on the road tonight. Nikola Jokic notched his 200th triple-double tonight, Christian Braun hit some 3s!, and Jamal Murray had an absolutely brilliant 4th quarter to carry the Nuggets to the win. Adam Mares, Harrison Wind, Brendan Vogt, and Eric Wedum (D-Line co.) come to you LIVE from the DNVR bar to break down everything you need to know in this postgame edition of the DNVR Nuggets Podcast!

0:00 - Intro
2:35 - Ramos Law game notes
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Which concerns about Nikola Jokić and the Denver Nuggets are real, and which are early-season overreactions? Adam Mares and the DNVR Nuggets crew rank the biggest takes surrounding Jokić, Jamal Murray, David Adelman and Denver’s slow start, from injuries and defensive struggles to whether the two-man game needs to evolve. Plus, hangover takes from the Warriors loss and a preview of the two-game road trip against the Pelicans and Suns. Could Cam Johnson’s return help get the starters back on track?

0:00 - Intro
3:00 - Hangover takes
33:00 - Narrative tiers
49:25 - DraftKings Matchup Breakd...

The Nuggets were completely outclassed by the Warriors at home tonight. Every time the Nuggets got close the Warriors were able to make a run and keep the game out of reach. Aaron Gordon was ejected, and the vibes were just not good all game. What else can we take away from tonight’s loss? Adam Mares, Harrison Wind, Duvalier Johnson, and Eric Wedum (D-Line Co.) come to you LIVE from the DNVR bar to break down everything you need to know in this postgame edition of the DNVR Nuggets Podcast!

0:00 - Intro
2:50 - Ramos Law ga...

The regular season finally started. The Nuggets lost on the road to OKC, but still managed to come back from a 23-point deficit to beat the Pelicans at Ball Arena.
Nikola Jokic wasn't happy with the home fans, who were booing the team while they were behind in the game, and even said they were not welcome at the Arena.

Jeff Morton of Mortcast on CSG Network joins Miroslav. The two of them discuss an array of Nuggets topics including:

- Great defense, bad offense vs. OKC
- Horrible defense, great offense vs...

The Denver Nuggets just mounted their first unlikely comeback of the season in the home opener. Down as many as 23 points the Nuggets came all the way back to force OT and walk away with the win. Jamal Murray scored 37 in a huge scoring night and 2nd round pick Trevon Brazile continues to be a revelation. What can we take away from the huge comeback win? Harrison Wind, Duvalier Johnson, and Eric Wedum (D-Line Co.) come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar to break down everything you need to know in this postgame edition of the DNVR Nuggets...

What did the Denver Nuggets’ opening-night loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder reveal about Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray and this team’s ceiling? The DNVR Nuggets crew shares one belief strengthened and one weakened, revisits Christian Braun’s performance, and examines Denver’s turnovers, missing transition offense and shooting without Cam Johnson. Plus, David Adelman’s postgame comments and what would count as a meaningful response against the New Orleans Pelicans.

0:00 - Intro
3:00 - Hangover takes
33:45 - The season mantra
36:25 - One belief that was strengthened
41:30 - One belief that was weakened
49:00 - Previewin...

In very unexpected fashion the first Nuggets game of the season was a complete rock fight. Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic struggled to score but so did SGA. Aaron Gordon looked like the Nuggets best player tonight, and rookie Trevon Brazile had some real shining moments in his NBA debut. But the Nuggets ultimately collapse in the 4th and fall to the Thunder in their opening frame of the season. What can we take away from this game? Adam Mares, Harrison Wind, Brendan Vogt, and Duvalier Johnson come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar to break down everything...

Marvin Bagley joins the DNVR Nuggets Podcast LIVE from the DNVR Bar to go over his path to Denver and why he chose the Nuggets, what the vibe of the team and Nikola Jokic has been like at training camp and throughout the preseason, and much more. Bagley discusses who on the team has surprised him so far, what Jokic is really like behind the scenes, and what his role is in bringing another championship to Denver.

0:00 - Intro
1:07 - Why Marvin Bagley joined the Nuggets
4:01 - Marvin Bagley on being the #2 overall pick
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Today is the day... we find out what is in store for Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets this NBA season. What do the cards have in store for Jamal Murray? David Adelman? What can the tarot cards tell us about what we to do as Nuggets fans this year? Arian Lenarsky, the good witch, joins the show to preview the 2026 Denver Nuggets season. The fellas come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar to preview this season in this special Tarot episode of the DNVR Nuggets Podcast!

0:00 - Intro
1:50 - Ariana joins the show
7:00...

In this pre-recorded show, while Miroslav was waiting to get the news on the Julian Strawther injury, Adam Mares was passing by and agreed to share his newest, very detailed Nuggets takes.

• Why did DeMar DeRozan play so little so far?
• How can Jamal Murray be great in the playoffs again?
• How can Cam Johnson take the playoff offense over the hump?
• How long is Adam willing to wait for real Christian Braun to return?
• What is Aaron Gordon's place in the Pantheon of Nuggets greats?
• What can Joker do in the regular seas...

The Nuggets may have really gotten a steal with Trevon Brazile in the 2nd round. The rookie started the last preseason game with Aaron Gordon getting a rest night and the starters didn't miss a beat. Brazile had 6 points and 3 stocks in the first quarter alone and better yet the starting unit scored 36 points in the first quarter. Did the Nuggets find a gem in Brazile? What else can we take away from the Nuggets last preseason action? Adam Mares, Brendan Vogt, and Duvalier Johnson come to you LIVE from DNVR HQ to break down everything you need to...

The NBA’s annual GM survey ranks the Denver Nuggets fourth in the West and gives them no votes to win the 2027 title. Are general managers underrating Nikola Jokić’s team, or seeing real concerns about Denver’s championship chances? We break down the Nuggets results, Jokić’s place alongside Victor Wembanyama, and the franchise and NBA records within reach this season.

0:00 - Intro
3:00 - Hangover takes
20:30 - NBA GM Survey
57:40 - Superchats

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Julian Strawther was having as good of a preseason as you could possibly ask for. Unfortunately Julian left the game tonight with a left knee injury that looked bad. On the positive side the starters are making offense look seamless and Jamal Murray showed out tonight. Aaron Gordon is still looking as good as ever and Trevon Brazile knocked down some big threes. Adam Mares, Harrison Wind, and Duvalier Johnson come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar to break down everything you need to know in this postgame edition of the DNVR Nuggets Podcast!

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Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets have championship ambitions, but what do we need to see before we believe? On today’s DNVR Nuggets podcast, we share practice notes and how Denver would adjust if any starter missed time, then it’s “I’ll believe it when...” Christian Braun’s three-point shot, Aaron Gordon’s health, Cam Johnson’s impact, David Adelman’s coaching, and what would prove this team is a true contender.

0:00 - Intro
4:00 - Practice notes
35:50 - How do they survive the loss of a starter?
47:15 - I'll believe it when

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David Adelman had a surprising shoutout in last night's postgame presser. So who have been the surprising standouts from the Nuggets first two preseason games? The DNVR Nuggets Podcast team make their picks, revisit the win over Chicago, review the new ABA throwback jersey and court with D-Line, and close with Fraud Watch.

0:00 - Intro
3:20 - The new Jokic story
6:15 - Last Night's Pressers
17:50 - The free throws
27:30 - D-Line from Serbia!
31:30 - The new throwback jerseys
41:00 - Fraud Watch

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Nikola Jokic looks as god as ever and had a smooth easy triple double. Aaron Gordon looks even better than good, and the starters all cooked making offense look easy when they were out there. The bench looks to be different players but much of the same issues from the past several years, can the Nuggets fix that through the season? What else can we take away from tonight's preseason game? Adam Mares and Harrison Wind come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar to break down everything you need to know in this postgame edition of the DNVR...

Two preseason games vs. the Jazz are in the books, and we already got one of the greatest passes ever from Nikola Jokić, and some very impressive showings from several different guys.
Miroslav is joined by D-Line, the show's Patreon, Jeff Scanlan, and Mitchel Carroll, former host of the DNVR Buffs podcast.
The squad discusses which players showed the most in the first two games, and which 4 guys they expect to join the Nuggets' top-6 players in the season opener in OKC in 12 days.

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Which Denver Nuggets player is most likely to score 40, deliver the highlight of the year, have a career season—or be traded? The DNVR Nuggets crew makes its “Most Likely To” picks, shares what Christian Braun, Cam Whitmore, and David Adelman said after practice, previews Sunday’s preseason game against the Chicago Bulls, and closes with NBA Fraud Watch.

0:00 - Intro
3:00 - Everyone is trying the Jokic pass
5:50 - Practice notes
42:00 - Most likely to...
56:00 - Looking ahead to Sunday

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Two preseason games in, it’s time to revisit our boldest Denver Nuggets predictions. Are we hedging, folding or doubling down on Christian Braun’s bounce-back season, Cam Johnson’s shooting, DeMar DeRozan’s sixth-man role, Denver’s bench, its defense and its place in the Western Conference?

The DNVR Nuggets crew also shares its hangover takes, separates what we know from what remains uncertain and explores whether Denver can build a viable big bench lineup around Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon.

0:00 - Intro
4:15 - Hangover takes
19:05 - What we know
23:55...

The Denver Nuggets had a strong showing in the second preseason game. Aaron Gordon not only looked athletic but incredible in control and fully healthy in a dominant 2nd quarter. There were some super intriguing play by the bench. Could Marvin Bagley III finally solve the Nuggets backup center woes? What else can we take away from preseason game 2? Adam Mares, Harrison Wind, Brendan Vogt, and Eric Wedum (D-Line Co.) come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar to break down everything you need to know in this postgame edition of the DNVR Nuggets Podcast!

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Which former Denver Nuggets best match this year’s new additions? Could Trevon Brazile become the new Birdman, Cam Whitmore fill the J.R. Smith role and Ryan Nembhard follow Monte Morris’ path? The DNVR Nuggets crew finds a franchise comparison for every newcomer, then delivers its Hangover Takes from Nikola Jokić and Denver’s preseason opener against the Utah Jazz.

0:00 - Intro
3:15 - Hangover takes
24:50 - Nuggets Ancestors
53:30 - Looking ahead

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Nikola Jokic treated us to one of the greatest passes we've ever seen in the Nuggets first preseason action. Christian Braun looks healthy and we saw some hops from Trevon Brazil. What else can we take away from the first preseason game? Adam Mares, Duvalier Johnson, and Eric Wedum (D-Line Co.) come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar to break down everything you need to know in this postgame edition of the DNVR Nuggets Podcast!

0:00 - Intro
3:40 - Fast breakdown
7:45 - Dev & Adam's big takeaway
10:15 - D-Line's big takeaway
19:40 - Aaron Gordon<...

Pre-season is finally here! 
Nikola Jokic used Media Day to tell everybody that he will sign his extension next summer and that he wants to have a legacy in Denver and become legendary. Music to our ears. DeMar DeRozan told everybody he is here to take some of the load off of Joker and Jamal, and David Adelman brushed away questions about a horrible playoff series versus the Wolves by emphasizing the 54-win season.  OK, Jennifer. He got backed up by Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace, so the most important thing is - everybody's job is safe. Josh Kr...

Who has raised their stock at Denver Nuggets training camp, and which players still have something to prove? Christian Braun, Cam Whitmore, Tyus Jones, Marvin Bagley III and the Nuggets’ young players are competing for roles around Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon and DeMar DeRozan. Adam Mares, Harrison Wind and Brendan Vogt break down the biggest standouts, surprises and concerns on the DNVR Nuggets Podcast.

0:00 - Intro
3:35 - Training camp presser takeaways
34:50 - Training camp stock report
50:40 - Guys who we haven't heard their name
53:35 - Mike Tomlin's Minecraft city
57:20 - Sup...

David Adelman is introducing a new Denver Nuggets strategy designed to improve their transition defense: crash the offensive glass, pressure the first ball handler and give Nikola Jokić and the defense time to get set. Jamal Murray and Marvin Bagley explain how the approach is being installed at training camp and why it could address one of Denver’s biggest weaknesses. We break down the plan, its risks and what it could mean for the Nuggets’ championship hopes on the DNVR Nuggets Podcast.

0:00 - Intro
3:40 - What we learned at camp day 2
24:50 - The Nuggets' new d...

Training camp kicked off in Boulder today. The fellas share notable quotes from Nikola Jokić, Aaron Gordon, DeMar DeRozan, and David Adelman. What did they first day look like? Which players stood out? Brendan Vogt & Eric Wedum (D-Line Co.) come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar to break down everything you need to know in this edition of the DNVR Nuggets Podcast.

0:00 - Intro
3:10 - Lasting media day impressions
8:25 - Practice presser takeaways
36:20 - Info on Dave Joerger's role
43:00 - Male form corner
53:45 - New point of emphasis

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Nikola Jokić delivered the biggest news from Denver Nuggets Media Day 2026, giving his clearest indication yet that he plans to re-sign with Denver next summer and remain the face of the franchise. We break down Jokić’s comments, his noticeably energized approach entering the season, and the biggest takeaways from DeMar DeRozan, Cam Johnson, Christian Braun, David Adelman and the rest of the Nuggets roster. Plus, hear what newcomers Cam Whitmore, Lonnie Walker IV and Marvin Bagley III had to say about their roles as Denver looks to bounce back and compete for another NBA championship. Everything you need to k...

It's officially the preseason! We were back at Denver Nuggets Media Day and got our first look at the 2026-27 Denver Nuggets. Nikola Jokic made his most definitive statement yet about signing his contract next summer doing his best to set the narrative straight about his intentions on playing his entire career with the Denver Nuggets. What else can we take away from Media Day and hearing from the entire team? Adam Mares, Brendan Vogt, and Eric Wedum (D-Line Co.) come to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar to break down everything you need to know in this edition...

This week, the Nuggets showed interest in Ryan Nembhard and signed Boopie Miller to a training camp deal. Media day is just two days away, so we are almost out of this pretty miserable offseason.

Miroslav is joined by Tyler Barr and The Dig podcast hosts Nick Hertzog and Jeremy Poley.
The squad discusses what the best mental state the Nuggets fans can have entering the new season is, and which players we expect to form the bench lineup for Game One of the season.

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It's the last DNVR Nuggets podcast episode of the offseason so we are looking at the most intriguing other guys from the Denver Nuggets roster. Spencer Jones, Julian Strawther, and Marvin Bagley. We're also looking at which storylines from the offseason we are all in on vs the stories we dont quite buy. Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Aaron Gordon have their last off day for awhile. The DNVR Nuggets podcast does not!

0:00 - Intro
6:30 - News and Notes
18:20 - Most intriguing Nuggets (non-starters)
49:30 - Start, Stagger, Bench

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ESPN has ranked Nikola Jokić as the best player in the NBA, just ahead of Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. What still separates the Denver Nuggets superstar from his closest competition? The DNVR Nuggets Podcast also ranks the biggest variables for Denver’s 2026-27 season, including Aaron Gordon’s health, Jamal Murray’s playoff performance, DeMar DeRozan’s fit, Christian Braun’s growth and Jokić’s three-point shot.

0:00 - Intro
3:50 - ESPN Ranks Jokic #1
20:00 - What's most consequential?

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The Denver Nuggets are reportedly interested in adding Ryan Nembhard while Gabe Vincent is another ball handler that could be available. Are the Nuggets actually looking to still add to their roster with training camp starting next week? What kind of contract would Nembhard sign and would Denver have to cut someone to add him? Harrison Wind, Brendan Vogt and Eric Wedum (D-Line Co.) break it all down and go over some crazy Nikola Jokic stats.

0:00 - Intro
5:00 - News and Notes
18:45 - Nuggets have interest in Ryan Nembhard
35:00 - Are there other PG...

Media Day is on Monday and training camp starts next week, so Harrison Wind and Eric Wedum (D-Line Co.) go over their biggest questions for Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets that they want answered. Also, practice facility news (maybe), crazy Jokic stats and Denver is signing players to training camp deals.

0:00 - Intro
4:30 - News and Notes
19:00 - Biggest questions heading into Media Day
49:00 - ESPN Rank

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ESPN believes Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, and Cam Johnson are the Denver Nuggets’ only above-average players. Is that a fair assessment, and which player is most likely to join that group this season? The DNVR Nuggets Podcast also breaks down Cam Whitmore’s skill set, potential fit alongside Nikola Jokić, and path toward earning a regular role in Denver. Plus, the latest Nuggets news and notes.

0:00 - Intro
1:00 - Welcome in
6:40 - AG out golfing
8:11 - ESPN lists only 4 Nuggets above average
18:57 - Who can be average?
33:00 - Cam Whitmore update...