The Denver Stiffs Show

Preseason takeawaysWhich player looks like they've grown the mostWhich newcomer are you most encouraged byTop concern after two gamesGetting ready for regular seasonWhich players round out the top ten for the rotation

Big Offseason for the Denver NuggetsCam Johnson tradeNew (and old) help on the wingsHow will Denver handle their newfound depthSummer LeagueHow exciting was DaRon Holmes II?Which other guy with a contract impressedAgree with Curtis Jones getting the final two-way

Pickaxe Podcast Episode 154: Denver Nuggets slow week has just two games onBen Tenzer & Jon WallaceAre you a yay or nay on the two tiered approach?Should the Nuggets have hired someone with more experience?Roster ChangesNo trades into the draftTamar BatesLook ahead to Summer LeagueWho are you most excited to watch?

OKC ThunderWhat happened in game 7Are the Thunder a team Denver can beat as currently constructed?Roster ChangesIs the core four still intact starting next season?What types of margin moves can they make?Front Office/Coaching changesWhat type of GM do the Nuggets need?What type of coach should the GM hire?

Zach Mikash and Gordon Gross talk a little bit about the success the Denver Nuggets had against the Los Angeles Clippers before diving in fully to the Nuggets victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder in game one. They finish out the show looking ahead to game two and what adjustments we expect the Thunder to make.

Michael Malone and Calvin Booth are outWho bears the responsibility for the fallout?Was it the right move?What is next?Los Angeles ClippersMatchup X FactorWhere are the Denver Nuggets vulnerable?Series predictions

Heading down the stretch runWhat’s more important, seeding or rest?What does the playoff rotation look like?Where will the Denver Nuggets end up when the playoffs start?Potential Playoff OpponentsThe Minnesota TimberwolvesThe Memphis GrizzliesThe Golden State WarriorsThe Los Angeles Clippers

Four game roadieWhat was the best thing you saw on the road trip, what was the worst?Is re-integrating Russ giving the Nuggets problems?What do you do with Zeke Nnaji and JAaen Pickett once everyone is healthy?Upcoming SlateWhat to make of the new look Sacramento KingsAre the Phoenix Suns done?How will the Denver Nuggets handle back to back road games against the Oklahoma City Thunder

Reacting to all the news at the breakTrade deadline thoughtsDenver Nuggets strong headed into the breakDo you care at all about all-star weekend?Looking at the stretch runShould the two seed be the expectationHow does Denver match up with the NBA’s elite?Is Nikola Jokic the MVP

Denver Nuggets on the rebound and gauging the marketIs Jamal Murray back?Zach Lavine trade rumorsDeals you want to see the Nuggets makeTwo should win games this weekIs just winning against Portland enough?Should New Orleans blow it up?

Denver Nuggets on a rollercoasterHow much of an issue is effort?Why is the defense so bad right now?Is the Atlanta game a sign that things will change?How seriously would you consider benching Jamal Murray for Russell Westbrook?Just one opponent on the docket this weekWhy can’t Denver beat the Los Angeles Clippers?

Nuggets lose two without NikolaIs it scheme or lack of aggression with Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr.?Who else has to bring scoring to the lineup?Reason to panic or par for the course for any team who loses their star?A lot of repeat opponentsWhat does Denver have to do differently the second time around against Memphis?Should we expect anything different from the Lakers this year?

Aaron Gordon injuryDoes the injury hurt more on offense or defense?Who has to step up?How much more does this put on JokicBig week of gamesWhat can Denver do differently this time around against the Oklahoma City ThunderAre you a Dallas Mavericks believer?

First ImpressionsHow concerned were you after the first two losses?What player are you the most disappointed in? Which one the most pleasantly surprised?What's a change you would make, if any?A division double dip upcomingHow big is the rematch with the Minnesota Timberwolves?Just how bad are the Utah Jazz?

The season is hereAaron Gordon gets his extensionHow confident are you heading into the season?Denver Nuggets wins predictionMaking some big predictionsHow much does the Isaiah Hartenstein injury hurt OKCSeason Awards predictions: MVP, DPOY, 6MOY, MIP, ROY

Denver Nuggets still winless in the preseasonCan anyone on the roster 10-18 contribute?Concerned Denver’s dress rehearsal came up flat against Phoenix Suns backups?Jamal Murray knee feels funnyReasons for optimismChristian Braun earns the starting roleJulian Stawther looks legitMichael Swole Jr.

Denver Nuggets drop both preseason games against Boston CelticsChristian Braun with the startersHow big of an issue is depth?Who is the 10th man in the rotation?Nuggets Preseason opponents season outlook and expectationsPhoenix SunsMinnesota TimberwolvesOklahoma City Thunder

Thank you to Dikembe MutomboWhat to look for in the first preseason gameWho starts at the 2? How will theThe Russ factorDario Saric off the benchHunter Tyson the star of camp?

The Season is almost hereWhich player is under the most pressure?Is anyone on the hot seat?Name one player who will take on a bigger role than people expectLooking at the other threats in the WestAre the Thunder the best team in the west?Is Minnesota going to regress?

Jamal Murray ExtensionIs it an overpay?How does the extension affect future deals with Aaron Gordon?What is a successful season for him by your expectationsTraining Camp opens in just under a monthBiggest storylines headed into camp?Who is one player that has the biggest question marks to start the season?

Summer League TakeawaysDaRon Holmes’ II InjuryJulian Strawther looks readyAre the two-way players from this year better than the guaranteed contract second rounders from last year?Denver Nuggets fill out their rosterHow does Dario Saric fit into the rotation?Is Russell Westbrook an upgrade over Reggie Jackson? Over Bruce Brown?Knowing how the roster shakes out, is this team better, worse or more the less the same as last year’s roster?

DaRon Holmes II comes to DenverWas trading three 2nd round picks too much to move up?Is Holmes someone Nuggets fans should look to be in the rotation right away?The offseason is in full swingThoughts on the Reggie Jackson tradeKentavious Caldwell-Pope joins the Orlando MagicWhat do the Nuggets do with their final two roster spots?

The NBA Draft is right around the cornerFavorite prospects for the Denver NuggetsShould Denver just go best player available and forget positionDo you anticipate any tradesA week from the open of free agencySurprised the Nuggets declined Vlatko Cancar’s option?What happens with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Reggie Jackson’s player options?Who is a taxpayer MLE target?

Denver Nuggets lose to the Minnesota Timberwolves in 7How did the team blow a 20 point lead?Was Minnesota simply the better team?Why couldn’t the Nuggets get it done on the whole?What’s next for the NuggetsWhat rotation player do you not expect to be on the roster next season?Can the Nuggets add anything in the draftWhat options are their in free agency?

Denver Nuggets even series on the road with the Minnesota TimberwolvesWhat adjustments were made?Nikola Jokic gives a 3x MVP performanceBench finally producingIt’s now a best of threeWhich team wins at home first?Other than Ant, who’s going to step up for Minnesota?Who moves on?

Denver Nuggets are abysmal against the Wolves at homeIs there any answer for Anthony Edwards?Why can’t Denver score at all?Jamal Murray’s anticsWhat is their chances of coming back in the seriesWhat adjustment do you want to see happen?Other than Ant what’s the key thing Denver has to stop?Does this series come back to Denver?

Denver Nuggets beat the Los Angeles Lakers in fiveWhat do you make of the slow starts against L.A.Who is your MVP of the series?Are you worried about the lack of bench productionMinnesota Timberwolves up nextWhich player from Minnesota who missed last year’s series worries you the most?Which player for Denver will be the X Factor?How many games do you expect this series to go?

Denver Nuggets continue streak against Los Angeles LakersWho from L.A. has to step up?Thought s on Michael Malone’s rotationUpcoming weekWhat adjustments do you anticipate from the Lakers?What player on the Nuggets needs to do more?How many games do you expect this series to go?

Nuggets take care of business against Portland Trail BlazersBig night from guys Michael Malone confirms are in bench rotationWhats to blame for the Blazers season?Stretch runCan the Denver Nuggets set a franchise record in wins?Upcoming slate of gamesAny concerns about the Phoenix Suns?Expectations for the Minnesota Timberwolves gameWhere do you rank the Cavaliers in terms of potential Finals matchups

Nuggets lose a heartbreaker to the Dallas MavericksDenver gets eaten alive on the offensive glassWhere does Dallas rank in your least desirable playoff opponentsStretch runHow important is the one seed? Do you sacrifice it Upcoming slate of gamesFirst of three massive games against the Minnesota TimberwolvesConcerned about the Knicks after they blew out Denver last time?Trap game to close the week

Denver Nuggets win big against Utah JazzOn a scale of not at all to full rage Malone, how upset are you about the third quarter?Thoughts on Jamal Murray’s game and press conferenceRotation questionsThe Nuggets are running ten players in the rotation right now, who’s on the outs for the playoff rotation?Is the defense plus whatever you get on offense approach viable in the playoffs?Upcoming slate of gamesToronto Raptors just another take care of business game?How tough is the Miami Heat game? Worried about Spring Break in South Beach?Will Victor Wembanyama one day take the throne from Nikola? Jokic

Denver Nuggets win third in a rowNikola Jokic in full cyborg modeDoes the win streak give you confidence that the Nuggets will finish the season strongGeorge Karl spat with the ThuggetsIs this entertaining or embarrassing?Is Kenyon Martin right to say Karl held them back?Upcoming slate of gamesWhy can’t the Nuggets beat the Sacramento Kings?Is the Miami Heat still a Finals contender?Will the Los Angeles Lakers ever beat Denver again?SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT ABOUT THIS SATURDAY MARCH 2ND!

Back to back blowout losses for the Denver NuggetsHow much should we read into the losses to the Sacramento Kings and the Milwaukee Bucks?How bad do the Nuggets need the upcoming break?Do you consider the Bucks a threat to beat the Nuggets in the Finals?Sacramento Kings gameExpecting Denver to bounce back?Is Domantas Sabonis a guy who Denver should worry about matching up with in the playoffs?All Star BreakHas the dunk contest died?

Nuggets pick up a pair against the BlazersAre you frustrated with the second winHow good can Scoot Henderson be in the NBA?Mid season…season is hereDo you expect any action at the trade deadline?Biggest non-Nugget player to get traded?No Nuggets other than Jokic in any of the All Star festivitiesMichael Porter Jr’s unfortunate podcast commentsCalifornia two-stepHow worried should the Nuggets be about a motivated Los Angeles Lakers team on National TV?Do you feel like the Sacramento Kings are a legitimate threat for a deep playoff run?

Denver Nuggets win against depleted Philadelphia 76ersJoel Embiid ducks Denver againAre you surprised it was as close as it was?Fastbreak BetsAaron Gordon under 13.5 points (+100)But also over on 0.5 AG threes? (+105)Over 239.5 points (-110)Milwaukee Bucks and Oklahoma City Thunder How shocking is Adrian Griffin being fired?What can you expect with a team having a brand new coach mid seasonAre the Thunder a team you want to avoid in the playoffs?

Denver Nuggets right the ship on the road tripBig win in Boston against the CelticsWashington Wizards elect to use single coverage on Nikola Jokic, goes badlyFastbreak BetsKentavious Caldwell-Pope over 1.5 threes (+140)Michael Porter Jr. over 1.5 assists (+165)Pacers and Knicks to close out the roadieAre the Indiana Pacers a contender now with Pascal Siakam?Do you believe in the New York Knicks as a contender?Weird that Julian Strawther is still out?

Denver Nuggets put together a pair of wins against hot teamsMichael Porter Jr is playing greatZeke Nnaji appears to be out of the rotation entirelyTrade Deadline Is on the HorizonShould the Nuggets make any moves? What moves could they make?Carmelo Anthony getting erasedThoughts on Carmelo Anthony’s recent beef with the Nuggets and the #15Nuggets heading back out on the roadHow big is the matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers?Is the matchup with the Boston Celtics a measuring stick game?

Nuggets lose a heartbreaker to the OKC ThunderHow good is Chet HolmgrenHow concerning is the loss?Peyton Watson has been unstoppableFast Break BetsJokic over 27.5 points (-110)Mavs +7.5AG over 0.5 blocks (+155)Upcoming weekWhy isn’t Luka in the same MVP conversation with Jokic, Giannis, Embiid.Road trip against betable teams, will the Nuggets take care of business?

Nuggets go winless on the weekNikola Jokic’s shooting slumpAaron Gordona nd the starters in general struggleFast Break BetsKCP over 1.5 three and 9.5 pointsUnder 240.5Jokic over 1.5 threes if you dare (+160!)Atlanta HawksAre Trae Young and the Hawks going to take the next step?Is this a team that needs to think about blowing it up?

Nuggets lose to Sacramento shorthandedWhat continues to go wrong with the bench minutesZeke Nnaji appears to be out of the rotationIs Deandre Jordan theLos Angeles ClippersWhat do you make of this Clippers team?Is there anything Denver can draw from the last game?Houston RocketsIs Houston actually good?Who’s better Clippers or Rockets? Which team has the best player?

Victory against San Antonio SpursThe Nuggets kept Victor Wembanyama in checkStrong performances from new faces in the rotationMichael Porter Jr. looked very goodPreview of Los Angeles ClippersJames Harden fit in Los AngelesClippers are winners of four of their last fiveNuggets other opponents this weekWhy can’t Denver beat the Houston RocketsHow are we feeling about the Phoenix Suns

Victory against OKCHow surprising was the blowout?Chet Holmgren vs Nikola JokicThoughts on the rotationFastbreak BetsNuggets -6.5 (ML -270)O/U 231Nuggets vs JazzDid Utah over achieve last season?Is John Collins a good fit for Utah?Will Denver be able to get a victory on the third game in 4 nights

Nuggets City JerseyThoughts on the Nuggets rumored City edition JerseyIs Nike making 30 new jerseys every year a fad that's ran its course?Looking forward to Nuggets seasonJust how optimistic are you?Are the Nuggets right to take the long view rather than be solely focused on repeating?Nuggets vs LakersHow are you feeling going into the game? Confident or cautious?

Fastbreak BetsOver/Under 227.5 (-110)AG under 5.5 rebs (+115)Jokic Over 9.5 Asts (-105)Preview of opening nightWhat are your expectations for the rotationDo you expect the Nuggets to get the victoryZeke Nnaji extensionWhy the Nuggets did it nowWhat is his ceiling over the course of this extensionMemphis Grizzlies at the end of the weekHow will Memphis survive without JA and Steven Adams

The new/old era of StiffsStiffs is back in local handsStories from Jeff’s time covering the Nuggets with StiffsSuns GameIs Julian Strawther legit?What made Justin Holiday a rotation guy from day 1Bulls GameArturas Karnisovas storiesThe effect of losing Lonzo Ball

Fastbreak BetsCoach of the Year: Michael Malone +9006th Man of the Year: Christian Braun +5000Denver Nuggets Seed: 2.5 -110Training Camp StorylinesMichael Porter Jr tweaks an ankleStarters look ready to goWho do you think is in our out of the rotation based on what you’ve heard?First preseason game against the SunsDevin Booker is looking like the PG, will that work?Jusuf Nurkic or DeAndre Ayton, which matchup is better for Nikola Jokic

Fastbreak BetsDenver Nuggets Over/Under 53.5 winsNikola Jokic +450 for MVP (+1200 In-Season tourney MVP)Jokic season assists (9.5)Media DayWhat comments stood out the most?What was the overall theme/message from the playersLooking forward to preseasonWhat battles to watch in camp/preseasonAre any rookies going to make a case for cracking rotation

These week we are looking at a slate of four road games, starting with the team that the Denver Nuggets just played: The San Antonio Spurs. We also talk about the two wins from last week, the continued development of Bones Hyland and as always, open the show with some fastbreak bets.

After fighting off laryngitis the guys are back to talk about a roller coaster ride in the early season for the Denver Nuggets. They discuss the 2-2 week last week and why there's no reason Denver shouldn't beat both the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs.Fastbreak BetsMichael Porter Jr Over 16.5 Pts (-125)Denver Nuggets -5.5 + Game Under 229.5 (+240)Aaron Gordon 6.5 Rebs?.500 StartIs the Nuggets record thus far a disappointment?Should the team be looking to make lineup changes already?Previewing the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio SpursDo you put any stock at all in OKC’s winning streak?Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the only good player on either team?How surprising is San Antonio’s start?

This week we look back on the first three games of the regular season and debate what was more surprising, the loss to the Utah Jazz or the win against the Golden State Warriors. Next we preview the upcoming week of games including tonight's matchup with the Portland Trail Blazers and a pair of games against the Los Angeles Lakers.Fastbreak BetsPortland Trail Blazers +3.5/Under 229.5 (+255)Opening 3 of 4More surprising: Loss to Jazz or win against Warriors?Christian Braun & Zeke Nnaji rotation minutesFirst impressions of Jamal Murray/Michael Porter Jr./Nikola JokicPreviewing the weekPortland all in on Dame again?Do the Los Angeles Lakers scare you at all?