Locked On Nuggets - Daily Podcast On The Denver Nuggets
Locked On Nuggets podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Denver Nuggets and the NBA. Hosts Matt Moore, Swipa, and Ryan Blackburn delve deep and provide your daily Nuggets fix with expert, local analysis and coverage of all aspects of the Nuggets franchise. Locked On Nuggets takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Nuggets locker room and all over the NBA. Locked On Nuggets podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Yo...
What The Nuggets Can Learn From The Finals
Denver Nuggets face uncertainty as longtime broadcasters Chris Marlowe, Scott Hastings, and Chris Dempsey exit Altitude. Is this the start of a new era in Denver basketball, or a sign of deeper changes to come? Matt Moore and Swipa examine the shakeup’s impact on team culture and fan experience, reflecting on the legacy of these familiar voices during the Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray years.
The conversation shifts to the NBA Finals, analyzing New York Knicks’ small-ball approach, Jalen Brunson’s defensive performance, and the critical role of rebounding. Key debates include whether Denver needs more power...
Nuggets Draft Tuesday: A Winner, A Thinker, A Shooter, And A Tall Guy
Denver Nuggets target difference-makers in the upcoming NBA Draft—can they finally find their next big win? Matt Moore and Ryan Blackburn break down the franchise’s draft philosophy, exploring whether Denver should take a high-upside project, trade up for a potential star, or focus on NBA-ready talent at pick 26. Insights on Christian Anderson’s elite shooting, yet concerning size, Koa Peat's physical presence and winning track record, and Joshua Jefferson’s Draymond Green-like defensive instincts spark debate about immediate impact versus long-term potential.
Discussions highlight team needs at power forward, a reliable backup guard, and the challeng...
The NBA Finals Are Showing What It Takes to WIN | Peyton Watson and Cam Johnson
The Nuggets are better off than people realize BUT with improvements in mind they also need to make sure they don't take away from their STRENGTHS.
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Could Giannis trade impact Nuggets and the West?
Ryan and Matt discuss some NBA offseason rumors, including a Giannis Antetokounmpo looming trade. They discuss the Western Conference and Denver's place in it. They also start talking about the NBA Draft, which is just over two weeks away.Â
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JALEN BRUNSON WINS GAME ONE | Finals Game One Recap | Knicks Vs. Spurs
Ryan and Swipa share some bold predictions for the 2026 NBA Offseason and the ensuing 2026-27 season. The Denver Nuggets and their fans are looking ahead to how Denver can return to the NBA Finals, and both Ryan and Swipa have viewpoints on how they can get there.
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Best Offseason In Nuggets History | A New Plan
Matt and Swipa discuss an alternative plan for the offseason, what was the best offseason in Nuggets history, and more.
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One Trade the Nuggets MUST Consider
Ryan Blackburn goes solo to discuss what the Denver Nuggets are going to do to change their roster this offseason, what they're capable of doing, and one trade they have to consider in the next few weeks.Â
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KEEP THAT SAME ENERGY | Peyton Watson Update | The Rams Are Making Moves & So Should the Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets are in the midst of the most important offseason in franchise history and the Kroenke's are playing with big money with the Rams and that energy must be maintained with the Nuggets!Â
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Reacting to a Heartbreaking Game 7 Loss for the OKC Thunder
Matt and Ryan discuss OKC's ever-so-painful loss to the San Antonio Spurs, preview Spurs-Knicks NBA Finals, and break down what Denver needs to win vs San Antonio in the future.Â
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Would You Rather Part 2: SWIPA ANSWERS
We talk about whether to have Christian Braun bounce back or Peyton Watson surge, paying the tax and then ducking or duck and spend, and more on this episode of Swipe And Gripe.Â
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DEBATE: How Denver Nuggets can WIN another title with Nikola Jokic
Swipa and Ryan discuss Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets on the latest Locked On Nuggets episode. What does Jokic want with the rest of his time in Denver? What do the Nuggets owe to Jokic? And, what can Denver do to rebuild their contention hopes on the fly?
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Would You Rather: Nuggets Edition
Denver Nuggets fans face tough “Would You Rather” dilemmas as contract decisions loom and questions about the team’s future intensify. Should the Nuggets overpay Peyton Watson or risk losing him for an uninspiring sign-and-trade? Matt Moore and Ryan Blackburn break down comparable NBA deals, cap implications, and what a $30 million AAV could mean for Denver’s roster construction.
The conversation heats up with bold hypotheticals: Is it time to blow up the core around Nikola Jokić for a defensive overhaul, or should the Nuggets run it back despite recent playoff disappointments? Hot topics include trading draft picks for...
Does Structure Matter More Than Talent Now? | Lessons from the Knicks, Thunder and Spurs
The Denver Nuggets are enjoying Cancun, soon to be joined by the Avalanche down 0-3 to Las Vegas, and the more I watch the NBA Playoffs the more the truth is made apparent to me. Teams need talent but your best players have to have countermeasures in place to offset the coverages your best offensive players will see and the Spurs, Knicks and Thunder have their own way of doing that. What is Denver's? Jamal Murray also made All-NBA!
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Nuggets UNDER PRESSURE to Build the Best Team Possible
Ryan Blackburn and Matt Moore discuss Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray earning All-NBA honors before they break down the tax situation for the Denver Nuggets. Will Nuggets ownership decide to duck the tax again? Will they take a gap year?
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TRADE IDEAS: Will Denver Nuggets TARGET next NBA Stars to be Traded?
Ryan and Swipa go over a list of NBA stars most likely to be traded in the offseason and assess their fit with the Denver Nuggets. They also discuss Peyton Watson's free agency being an important tipping point for Denver.Â
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The Future Must Be Now With CT Fazio
Denver Nuggets face a franchise crossroads: is a bold infusion of youth and a new ball handler the answer to easing the pressure on Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray? Matt Moore and guest CT Fazio debate the urgent need for a secondary creator who can break down playoff defenses and diversify the offense, while questioning whether simply adding another Jamal-type guard solves the real issue.
Key topics include the challenges of roster construction with veterans versus young talent, Christian Braun’s evolving role, and the risk-reward of relying on Peyton Watson’s development. The episode also spotlights poten...
What If... LeBron James Joined The Nuggets?
LeBron James to the Denver Nuggets? The NBA world is buzzing as speculation mounts over a potential blockbuster move that could see LeBron team up with Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray in Denver. How might the Nuggets pull off the financial mechanics to secure the King, and what players or contracts could be on the move to make room for a new era in the Mile High City?
Matt Moore and Ryan Blackburn break down LeBron James’ possible fit alongside Jokic, dissecting roster impact, locker room dynamics, and whether the Nuggets are truly willing to chase another NB...
No More Excuses | The Team and Players HAVE to Get Better | It's Starts With Me
The Denver Nuggets are currently enjoying their offseason while the NBA Playoffs are headed into the conference Finals and we are now three years removed from Denver playing in a conference Finals game and everyone involved with the organization should be feel the pressure to get back .Starting from the top down.
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Why the Nuggets did NOT make the Conference Finals
Matt Moore and Ryan Blackburn discuss the Conference Finalists being decided tonight and how the Denver Nuggets were left out for the third straight season. Ryan asks Matt how the Nuggets can make the regular season easier on themselves? Then, they discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander winning MVP over Nikola Jokic and if Jokic's Top 2 run is over after this season.
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DEEP DIVE: Which Free Agents will STAY or GO for Denver Nuggets?
Swipa and Ryan discuss the Denver Nuggets bench unit, which free agents are most likely to stay or go, and the most important position for the Nuggets to add in free agency. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-nuggets/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn m...
What Do You Want The Nuggets To BE?
Matt, Ryan and Swipa discuss the future of the Nuggets and the ideal Nuggets in the late-Jokic era.Â
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WHAT IF.... Giannis Were A Nugget?
Denver Nuggets ignite NBA imagination with a hypothetical blockbuster trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Would pairing two MVPs—Nikola Jokic and Giannis—make Denver the ultimate superteam, or create new challenges on both sides of the floor? Matt Moore and Ryan Blackburn break down the dynamics of a potential four-team deal, the staggering roster shakeup required, and the shockwaves this move would send through the league.
Key talking points include fit concerns between Jokic and Giannis, spacing issues after major pieces like Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon are moved, and reimagining the Nuggets’ supporting cast with names like Drew H...
An Honest Conversation About Christian Braun | The Potential Is THERE | Nuggets Pick at #26
The Denver Nuggets are facing a huge summer and Christian Braun's play will loom large in the face of the Nuggets cap constraints. Braun HAS to be a good player in order for the team to work and there is room for him to do so. But Braun needs to have an honest conversation with himself, and his trainers, about his game.Â
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How Desperate are the Nuggets ACTUALLY?
Matt Moore and Ryan Blackburn go over the Denver Nuggets Desperation Meter and which teams match their need for changes. They discuss which teams might be a good pairing for Denver to explore as a trade partner. Then, they go over the draft lottery results and how the new reforms will affect the Nuggets in the future.
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Running It Back?! | Josh Kroenke speaks | Adelman Responds
The Nuggets held an end of season press conference and won't commit to anything except Nikola Jokic won't be traded. Josh Kroenke says "everything is on the table" but what does that mean? Swipa, Matt Moore, and Ryan Blackburn break down the Nuggets end-of-season presser in a 3-man Weave.
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0:00 Intro 2:45 "Everything is on the table" 7:30 Running it Back? 11:00 Biggest Issues 13:15 Quo 14:15 Prize Picks 16:00 Murray or Gordon getting traded? 23:51 Balancing Jokic's role in Denver 26:19 Discussing postseason excitement 28:52 Trade deadline decisions analyzed 33:00 Discussing Nuggets' financial strategy 36:30 Discussing player contracts and responsibilities 37:56 Discussing changes to training staff 40:00 Defending the Paint 4...The Steep Price Of Keeping Peyton Watson
The Nuggets face tough decisions this offseason and how much to give up to retain Peyton Watson is among them. Matt Moore and Swipa discuss just how much is too much for the Nuggets to keep Peyton Watson on Locked on Nuggets.
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Defense is Mandatory, not an Option
Ryan Blackburn goes over some important concepts relating to the Denver Nuggets defense. He discusses building a better defense around Nikola Jokic, what's needed from current Nuggets defenders, and who the best defenders in the NBA are right now.Â
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What The Nuggets Really Need
Denver Nuggets fans wrestle with a tough question: Should the team prioritize offense or defense around Nikola Jokic? Trade rumors swirl as Matt Moore and Ryan Blackburn dissect the underlying issues, from balancing athleticism, playmaking, and shooting to the risks of becoming too “mid” in both key categories. With Jamal Murray's future in question and Aaron Gordon’s value hotly debated, every potential move demands a careful look at how it might upset the Nuggets’ delicate roster balance.
Insights focus on playoff shortcomings versus elite teams like the Minnesota Timberwolves, defensive liabilities with Jokic and Murray, and what kin...
The High Cost Of Failure
Denver Nuggets face a pivotal offseason as hard choices loom for the championship core. Could Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon be on the move after a disappointing first-round exit? Matt Moore breaks down why running it back might not be an option, citing ongoing defensive struggles and the internal pressure to retool around Nikola Jokic. The emotional weight of potentially parting with fan favorites underscores the high price of chasing another title, especially after memorable contributions from Murray and Gordon to the Nuggets’ recent success.
Changes to the coaching staff, trade possibilities, and enduring loyalty between players an...
2026 Will Be the BIGGEST Summer in Nuggets History | What Can the Avalanche Teach Denver?
The Denver Nuggets ended the season in very disappointing fashion after a complete no-show in the first round and there will be consequences because of it. The playoffs feature many of the best defenses in the NBA and the Nuggets have to get to a point where they can set the tone for how teams must handle them on a night-in and night-out basis.
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Jokic and Adelman will be back in 2026-27
Ryan Blackburn and Matt Moore break down the latest news on the Denver Nuggets about Nikola Jokic expected to sign his four-year super max extension, David Adelman expected to return as Denver Nuggets head coach, and how the Nuggets are expected to explore significant trades.Â
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CHANGES COMING: Denver Nuggets in Reset Mode after early playoff exit
Swipa and Ryan Blackburn offer their hangover takes for the extremely short Denver Nuggets 2026 playoff run. They break down David Adelman's season and what they expect for Denver to do at head coach. They also ask what the biggest priority will be for the Nuggets this offseason as they hope to recover their championship expectations.
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The Nuggets season ends in disaster
The Nuggets lose to an undermanned Wolves team and lose to the Wolves for the second time in three years and in the first round for the first time in the Jokic-Murray era. It's time for a fresh start and those changes may be severe and there's no telling what the future holds.
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NUGGETS POSTCAST: The Season Is OVER! Nuggets Go Out SAD In Game 6 Loss To Wolves
The Denver Nuggets season is over following their 110-98 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 6. Despite the Wolves being down multiple key players in the game, the Nuggets were unable to find a way to win the game and keep their season alive. It's a devastating loss for a Nuggets franchise that will now enter to an offseason with more questions the. answers. What do the Nuggets look like moving forward? How do Jokic and the Nuggets recover? Will Denver look to start anew? Join Aniello Piro on tonight's Locked On Nuggets POSTCAST. Everydayer Club If you never...
Denver's Latest Moment Of Truth
Denver Nuggets brace for a defining Game 6 as Nikola Jokic leads the late-era squad into high-stakes territory. Can the Nuggets find the right balance without Aaron Gordon and capitalize on Minnesota Timberwolves’ injury setbacks? Matt Moore and Ryan Blackburn debate lineup possibilities, the merits of Jonas Valanciunas, and whether Zeke Nnaji or Spencer Jones can fill critical rotation gaps as the Western Conference Semifinals reach a pivotal moment.
Key discussions spotlight Denver’s need to win on the margins—limiting turnovers, securing rebounds, and leveraging heroic performances beyond Cam Johnson and Spencer Dinwiddie. As the Wolves struggle withou...
One. Step. At. A. Time. | The Nuggets Dominate Game 5 the Job is NOT Done
The Denver Nuggets beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 125-113 and took a 27 point lead at some point in the game to stave off elimination for one more game. Cameron Johnson and Spencer Jones come alongside of Nikola Jokic to take over game 5. Let's dive into what went right for the Nuggets and then what needs carry over into game 6.Â
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Denver's Not Done Yet
With the season on the brink, for a night, the Nuggets played hard, connected basketball and beat the pants off the Timberwolves. Spencer earns his scars. Cam sets a tone. Joker creates time and delivers space. Game 6 awaits. Matt Moore and Ryan Blackburn discuss.
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NUGGETS POSTCAST: Nikola Jokic, Nuggets WAKE UP To Beat Wolves and FORCE Game 6
The Denver Nuggets handled business against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5, 125-113. The win forces a Game 6 in Minnesota on Thursday. The Nuggets offense finally showed up in this series as they were able to take advantage of the Wolves being down both Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo. The Nuggets shot the ball effectively throughout the game en route to the victory . Join Aniello Piro on tonight's Locked On Nuggets POSTCAST to break down the game. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad...
Darkest before the Dawn
Matt Moore and Ryan Blackburn break down the stakes of Game 5 in Nuggets-Timberwolves. Is this the end of an era for Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and this version of the Denver Nuggets? Or, can they pull off the impossible again?
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A complete and utter Collapse
With their season on the line and Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo out with injuries, the Nuggets get ran over by Ayo Dosunmu and Bones Hyland. David Adelman denies a problem with competitive spirit. Wholesale changes would appear to be inevitable in the Nuggets' future. The question is where it stops?
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