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Keeping it 1000

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Keeping it 1000, a coach's perspective and deep dive on the Denver Nuggets from legendary coach George Karl and DNVR Nuggets' own Adam Mares.

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Episodes

  1. 2022 Denver Nuggets: True or False

    In this episode, George Karl shares his perspective on the Denver Nuggets 5-game series loss to the Golden State Warriors by playing a game of "True or False." Plus, how he would approach this offseason and which players he would try to trade away, which players he would listen to offers, and…

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  2. Previewing Warriors-Nuggets 2022 and reliving Warriors-Nuggets 2013

    In this episode, George Karl reflects on learning that he will enter the basketball hall of fame. Then, he shares his thoughts on the upcoming Nuggets-Warriors playoff series and gives his prediction for the outcome. Plus, what really happened with Andre Iguodala back in 2013? Learn more about…

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  3. How can Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets build momentum heading into the playoffs?

    The Denver Nuggets have 6 games left before they head into the playoffs if they can avoid the play in tournament down the stretch? How high can they climb in the seedings and what are they looking like as the regular season comes to an end? Can this team build some momentum heading into the...

  4. How to handle the return of Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr.

    In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares look at the upcoming challenges the Denver Nuggets will face as they try to reintegrate Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. into the rotation. Plus, updated perspective on Bones Hyland, DeMarcus Cousins, and the playoff race out west. Learn more about...

  5. Evaluating DeMarcus Cousins' first 10 games with the Denver Nuggets

    George Karl analyzes Boogie's impact on the Denver Nuggets bench and explains why veteran players are the key to making a bench lineup work. Plus, thoughts on Bones Hyland, Bryn Forbes, Monte Morris, and Nikola Jokic. And George's perspective on being nominated for the basketball Hall of Fame....

  6. Which players on the Denver Nuggets roster are championship caliber players?

    In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares discuss the Denver Nuggets' decision to stand pat at the NBA trade deadline. Plus, notes on Kristaps Porzingis going to Washington, the James Harden-Ben Simmons swap, and the Sacramento Kings trading "potential" for proven players. Also, George opens up...

  7. Where does Nikola Jokic rank among all-time Denver sports athletes? With Sandy Clough.

    In this episode, Adam Mares and George Karl are joined by legendary Denver sports radio host Sandy Clough to discuss Nikola Jokic's 49-point game, his evolving place in Denver Sports history, and just how good he is showing us that he can be. We also talk about the prospect of adding DeMarcus...

  8. Fat Lever on Doug Moe, Alex English, and the Nuggets from 1982-1990

    The KEEPING IT 1000, LEGENDS SERIES takes a historical look at the Denver Nuggets through the eyes of the star players who played for the team. In this episode, Fat Lever joins coach George Karl and Adam Mares to discuss the legendary 1985 playoff run and the team that defined the 80s in Denver....

  9. George Karl on benching Jokic and criticisms of the process so far

    George Karl and Adam Mares discuss the recent trends with the Denver Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  10. What's wrong with the Denver Nuggets?

    In this episode, Adam Mares and George Karl discuss the first 20 games of the season for the Denver Nuggets and try to narrow down what exactly is going wrong for them this season. Topics include: The relationship between defining roles and consistency The value of road wins Is the team (and...

  11. Steve Hess on Carmelo, Iverson, and 21 years on the bench with the Denver Nuggets

    In this episode, Steve Hess joins George Karl and Adam Mares to look back on 21 years as the strength and conditioning coach for the Denver Nuggets. Topics include: Antonio McDyess, Mike D'Antoni, and an era that never took off The arrival of Carmelo Anthony in Denver How George Karl changed the...

  12. George Karl and Adam Mares on Michael Porter Jr.'s slump, Nikola Jokic's defense, and the Denver Nuggets

    In this episode, George Karl shares his perspective on the 4-4 start to the Denver Nuggets' season. Topics include: Michael Porter Jr.'s slow start Should Denver shake up their starting lineup? Where should the Nuggets be looking for improvement? Which teams in the NBA are most fun to watch?…

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  13. Nuggets Legend Series: LaPhonso Ellis on the 1994 Playoffs

    Adam Mares and George Karl are joined by former Denver Nuggets legend, LaPhonso Ellis for a walk down memory lane. Phonz was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 1992 and played for rookie head coach and former Nuggets legend himself, Dan Issel. The '92 Nuggets featured 2nd year standouts, Dikembe...

  14. What is the ideal role for Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon, and the rest of the 2022 Denver Nuggets?

    In this episode, Adam Mares is joined by legendary coach George Karl to discuss what a coach focuses on heading into an NBA training camp. The two also look at the ideal roles for each of the key pieces on the 2022 Denver Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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  15. What if Carmelo Anthony never left? And other Denver Nuggets What Ifs?

    In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares walk through the entire history of the Denver Nuggets by asking a series of "What Ifs?" What if Bobby Jones was never traded? What if David Thompson never derailed his career with drug abuse? What if LaPhonso Ellis never got injured? What if Carmelo...

  16. Nuggets Legend Series: Kenneth Faried reflects on his time with the Denver Nuggets

    In this Nuggets Legends edition of the Keeping it 1000 podcast, George Karl and Adam Mares are joined by Kenneth Faried to look back on the Manimal's first two seasons in the NBA. Topics include: Playing for George Karl The 7-game series against the Lakers in 2012 The magical 2013 season The…

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  17. On Free Agency and the rule changes we'd like to see in the NBA

    In this episode, George Karl joins Adam Mares live in studio to discuss the moves the Denver Nuggets made in free agency, why George thinks Kenyon Martin would make a great basketball coach, and the rule changes we'd like to see implemented in the NBA. We also discuss his recent comments about...

  18. George Karl on Giannis, Jrue, and the Milwaukee Bucks winning a championship the hard way

    George Karl and Adam Mares are back in studio at the DNVR bar to discuss their takeaways from the NBA Finals. Topics include: The fans in Milwaukee Why Giannis is coach Karl's favorite active player Jrue Holiday's impact Who is the next big impact player available? Replacing Wes Unseld How will…

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  19. Alex English on Nikola Jokic and the history and tradition of the Denver Nuggets

    In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares are joined by Denver Nuggets legend, Alex English. Topics include: Nikola Jokic's MVP season The fragmented history and tradition of the Denver Nuggets Differences between the NBA in the 1980s and today The mid-range game What made Doug Moe the right...

  20. George Karl on Nikola Jokic, Chris Paul, and the Nuggets-Suns series

    Adam Mares and George Karl discuss their takeaways from Nikola Jokic's impressive game 6 closeout of the Portland Trail Blazers and preview the key battlegrounds in the Nuggets-Suns series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

  21. Norman Powell, Michael Porter Jr. and the keys to the Blazers-Nuggets series

    In this episode, George Karl shares his notes on the Nuggets-Blazers series, why the Norman Powell-Michael Porter matchup is at the heart of the series, and what he is looking for in games 5-7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

  22. Why coach Karl has confidence in Nikola Jokic against the Portland Trail Blazers

    Live from the DNVR Nuggets YouTube channel, George Karl and Adam Mares discuss the keys to the Nuggets-Blazers round-one series. Topics include: Why coach Karl has confidence in Nikola Jokic to be the best player in the series What he expects from Michael Porter Jr. How he would handle the return...

  23. Nikola Jokic is this era's Tim Duncan

    In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares take listener mailbag questions and discuss the important topics surrounding the Denver Nuggets. Topics include: The ways that the Nuggets are better without Jamal Murray The challenge the Lakers and Clippers present to the Nuggets Why Jokic is this…

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  24. Jamal Murray, Danilo Gallinari, and the challenge of losing one of your best players to injury

    In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares discuss the fallout from Jamal Murray's ACL injury, Aaron Gordon's integration into the Denver Nuggets' system, Nikola Jokic's MVP case, and the rise of Michael Porter Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by...

  25. Live Q&A from the DNVR Bar: On Aaron Gordon, JaVale McGee, NBA conspiracy theories, and more

    This episode was recorded live from the DNVR Bar on the corner of Colfax and York st. in Denver, CO. Adam Mares and George Karl field questions from a live audience. Topics include: What Aaron Gordon brings to the Denver Nuggets How JaVale McGee became under rated The 3 referees that coach…

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  26. How does the NBA trade deadline affect a team's chemistry?

    In this episode, George Karl explains how the trade deadline can create tension inside of an NBA locker room. Topics include: The relationship between players and fans on social media How common is it for players to check their phones at halftime? What is it like for a coach when a new player...

  27. Nikola Jokic & Carmelo Anthony

    George Karl and Adam Mares breakdown Nikola Jokic's MVP-caliber play, Jamal Murray's hot shooting streak, and Michael Porter Jr. learning to fit into his role on the Denver Nuggets. Coach Karl also shares some insight into what it is like to participate in NBA all-star weekend, talks about some…

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  28. Basketball IQ, flow basketball, and the personality of the NBA

    In this episode, Adam Mares & George Karl cover a wide range of Denver Nuggets topics, including: Coaching against friends and enemies Forward thinking and keeping the offense fresh RJ Hampton and Zeke Nnaji's opportunity and approach High IQ players and flow basketball Looking back at Nene as a...

  29. Do Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets have a psychological edge over the Utah Jazz?

    In this episode, coach George Karl explains to Adam Mares why the Denver Nuggets have a psychological advantage over the Utah Jazz that comes from something beyond just beating them in their most recent game or coming back from down 3-1 in their last playoff series. Plus, the two discuss Jokic's...

  30. On the balance between players earning trust and coaches giving confidence

    In this episode of the Keeping it 1000 podcast with Adam Mares and George Karl, we examine the balance a coach must strike between giving a player confidence and forcing players to earn your trust. Other topics include: Should a coach consult with their star player about rotations and lineups? Is…

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  31. Home court advantage, Michael Porter, and other takeaways from the first week of the season

    The Keeping it 1000 podcast is back and so is George Karl! This season we will be bringing you new episodes every other week with insights from former Denver Nuggets head coach George Karl. Today's topics include: What is being lost in the era of load management Home court advantage without fans...

  32. How do the Denver Nuggets build off of their playoff run?

    In this season finale of the Keeping it 1000 podcast, George Karl joins Adam Mares to recap Denver's season and to talk about his big takeaways from their playoff run and observations about the team trying to go from fringe contender to NBA championship. How success breeds arrogance in the NBA…

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  33. The Western Conference Finals are up for grabs

    In this episode, Adam Mares is joined by George Karl to discuss the first 3 games of the Western Conference Finals and why George Karl believes the Denver Nuggets can win game 4 and the series. Topics include: Jerami Grant utilizing his athleticism Can the Lakers' zone work again? Can the Nuggets...

  34. The "teamness" and connection of the Denver Nuggets

    In this episode, George Karl sits down with Adam Mares to discuss his perspective on Denver's playoff series win over the Denver Nuggets. Topics include: Jokic's calmness and ability to control the game Jamal Murray impacting the game without scoring The value of playoff experience Jokic and…

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  35. Can Nikola Jokic be the best player in the Nuggets-Clippers series?

    In this episode, George Karl sits down with Adam Mares to share his thoughts on the second round playoff series between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Clippers. Topics include: Can Nikola Jokic be the best player in this series? Has he beens so far? The Clippers' strategy in the 4th…

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  36. Has your opinion of Jamal Murray changed following his fantastic performance in round one?

    In this episode, George Karl shares his thoughts on the Denver Nuggets' first round series win over the Utah Jazz and helps preview the upcoming series against the Los Angeles Clippers. Topics include: What adjustments allowed for the Denver Nuggets to get back into this series? Has your…

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  37. How the Denver Nuggets can get back into this series

    In this episode, George Karl shares his perspective on the challenges facing the Denver Nuggets through three games of their first round playoff series with the Utah Jazz. Topics include: The complicated identity of the Denver Nuggets inside the bubble Adjustments he would make to the starting...

  38. An NBA coach's perspective on the Jazz-Nuggets series

    In this episode, George Karl shares his thoughts on the keys to the Utah Jazz vs. Denver Nuggets first round playoff series. Topics include: Whether or not he agrees with teams resting starters down the stretch of the seeding round How an NBA coaching staff prepares for the playoffs Denver's...

  39. Flow offense and fostering leadership

    In the first episode of this limited run show, Adam Mares and George Karl discuss recent trends in the NBA, the challenges NBA coaches are facing with a short training camp and unique variables inside the NBA bubble, and a variety of topics surrounding the Denver Nuggets. Timestamps 7:30 - What...

  40. Welcome to Keeping it 1000 with George Karl

    Welcome to DNVR's new show with legendary Denver Nuggets coach George Karl and Adam Mares. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Keeping it 1000, a coach's perspective and deep dive on the Denver Nuggets from legendary coach George Karl and DNVR Nuggets' own Adam Mares.

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