What's in a Game?

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  Reason for HOPE? Reacting to Nuggets Schedule Release 14.08.2026 1u 30min

  It's NBA schedule release day! Grace and Will live react to the schedule release and are pleasantly surprised. They open and close against the OKC Thunder but draw some favorable opponents in certain stretches. They have dense parts of the schedule playing a lot of games in late Jan, early Feb and then play 5 b2bs in March. Overall though, they have less b2bs, less 1 game homestands, and less overall flights and travel.
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  Denver Nuggets' 2ND APRON WOES with BOBBY MARKS 07.08.2026 1u 10min

  Bobby Marks joins the show to discuss the Denver Nuggets now that they're the only NBA team in the 2nd apron.00:00 CBA Apron Madness03:00 How Bobby Marks got into the business of the NBA05:47 Learning about the CBA10:12 Grace and Bobby and the Sports Business Classroom13:57 Bobby on LeBron in Philly18:27 Lonnie Walker on exhibit 9 deal21:39 Jokic delaying his extension27:16 Denver had to match Spencer Jones36:15 How efficient is the market for salary dumps?38:18 A lot of 2 year deals this free agency42:41 Rookie extensions, deadlines, and RFA market47:31 Christian Braun's money and how it affects Pwat52:17 Lack of cap space resulting in players taking the QO?54:40 Does the QO makes more sense for Pwat?58:16 Would Pwat be signed without the apron?01:02:29 Was the salary floor a fair exchange for a "hard cap?"01:05:37 Discussions on teams violating minimum roster rule?01:07:51 NBA expansion being aligned with the next CBA
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  2nd apron may have LOCKED Peyton Watson in Denver despite Paul's antics 31.07.2026 1u 24min

  Today we’re covering the never-ending odyssey of Lebron James and how the Nuggets going into the 2nd apron to resign Spencer Jones further complicates other teams' ability to get Peyton Watson back in S&T scenarios.Grace's article: https://erinburr27.substack.com/p/how-denver-matching-spencer-jones?r=56r3r&utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true00:00 Grace eats a sock00:53 LeBron goes to philly06:13 LeBron really wanted NY10:10 Basketball fit in Philly15:25 KCP goes to Philly too17:22 Dave Joerger Denver’s new Lead assistant21:27 Spencer Jones saga27:31 Did Nuggets only match because it was OKC?32:27 Pwat complicated S&T trajectory36:48 What teams would have to do to trade for Pwat43:29 Rich Paul leaks the 5 for $70 mil offer49:40 No leaks on what teams actually would pay Peyton55:48 Pwat's options going forward57:27 Take the Qualifying Offer59:54 Get Denver to 4/$80M fully guaranteed01:01:33 A marriage of inconvenience01:07:31 What would you prefer, S&T or retain?01:12:24 Names that you'd actually be interested in01:16:44 Should Denver be skeptical of Pwat?01:29:18 What are Pwat and CB actually worth?
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  LeBron to the Sixers, now what? What Denver's crowded forward room says about the roster 24.07.2026 1u 34min

  Ding-Dong, the witch is back…and so are the concerns over Denver’s crowded forward room. LeBron spurned the Nuggets and chose the sixers, what are the remaining questions around the team? Is Peyton Watson coming back to Denver? Is Alpha Diallo a Spencer Jones replacement? Where in the world is Lebron going next year? Stay Tuned as we answer these questions and more!00:00 LeBron is a Sixer02:07 Grace back from Sport Business Classroom06:31 LeBron to Timberwolves in mock offseason09:03 Where things stand with Peyton Watson13:27 Nuggets have so many forwards21:08 Pwat most likely back on Denver26:49 Any big threats to get Pwat?29:49 What happens if Peyton takes the QO?33:36 Threat of the QO39:22 Rebuffing offers for Cam43:34 Timing of trying to trade Cam makes no sense50:29 Drama if Pwat doesn't make as much as CB?52:20 Alpha Diallo as Spencer Jones insurance?01:00:55 Jones compared to Moussa Cisse 2-yr offer sheet01:03:06 Trevon Brazile impressions01:12:51 Bryce Hopkins surprises01:16:16 Canvasing summer league for guards01:18:03 Wemby takes a discount; problem for the league01:23:02 Lu Dort proves no team will go over 2nd apron01:27:23 GTJ investigation in contrast to Kawhi
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  Nuggets taking a measured or PASSSIVE approach to the offseason? 10.07.2026 1u 22min

  The Nuggets have not made big changes or splashy moves this offseason. The only thing on the horizon besides replacing Val with Marvin Bagley was a wait and pitch to LeBron James. Was the LeBron of it all just a distraction? Would Denver have decided to run it back anyway? So far there's more questions than answers with how this team with shore up its weaknesses.00:00 Kawhi trade on hold09:11 Jokic speaks up on extension15:57 Cause for concern?22:44 Nuggets waive Big Val27:10 New Nugget Marvin Bagley32:37 Tyus Jones is back36:31 LeBron has shaped Denver's offseason43:50 LeBron not coming to DEN but he should49:47 LeBron's basketball freedom in Denver59:56 LeBron in Denver's rotation01:07:16 PWat free agency01:16:24 Complaints Nuggets are too passive
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  Nuggets Free Agency Begins 02.07.2026 45min

  Will and Grace react to the recent movement in the NBA as Kawhi and LeBron leave LA. Does this increase their chances for going after Pwat? We also discuss the recent rumors surrounding the Nuggets. Then they wait for deals to drop in NBA free agency, which is held up by LeBron James' big announcement.00:00 FA, Marvin Bagley Update02:02 Free Agency Show Starts04:32 Nuggets decline Jalen Pickett07:10 Don't panic about Jokic extension reports16:07 Kawhi leaves LA, but doesn't effect Pwat19:45 Restricted Free Agent Rules22:58 Denver searc for ast coach w head coaching experience26:49 LeBron holding up FA32:23 Former Nuggets get new deals, THJ in MIA38:23 Free Agency starts off with a dud39:55 Summer League and DaRon Holmes42:13 Clippers not signing Pwat
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  Nuggets position unclear in a rapidly shifting NBA | But don't get too hasty 26.06.2026 1u 26min

  Giannis is on the move to South Beach. LaMelo has moved to Minnesota. What does these moves mean for these teams and the Nuggets? While the Nuggets traded out of the first round to acquire more future seconds, they also made two selections in the 2026 2nd round. Will their moves be competitively or financially motivated? Taking stock of where the Nuggets find themselves after draft night.
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  Who will the Nuggets Draft? | 26/27 Draft Prospects with CTFazio 22.06.2026 1u 9min

  CTFazio joins to break down his top candidates for the Nugget's 26th first round pick.
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  Knicks complete the craziest comeback in NBA Finals history 12.06.2026 1u 36min

  Will and Grace discuss changes at Altitude Sports before diving into the NBA Finals. The New York Knicks are the team of destiny. Today, we are discussing the single most insane game of these playoffs and possible NBA Finals history.
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  Roster changes guaranteed? The next Nuggets financial casualties? 22.05.2026 1u 19min

  We breakdown the dilemma Denver faces with Peyton Watson and Cam Johnson, and Stan Kroeke’s bank account. After Josh played dumb not knowing the Mr Nuggets nickname, is the writing on the wall for AG's time in Denver coming to an end? Are there any decent returns?
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  Top to bottom FAILURE | Nuggets eliminated in embarrassing fashion 04.05.2026 1u 57min

  Will and Grace attend the Nuggets' funeral. The Denver Nuggets were eliminated from the playoffs in a fashion worse than most fans could have imagined. What ended up being the problem with the Nuggets in the end? Turns out it was everything! Coaching, roster, start performance, injuries, bad match ups. The offseason of big questions and change starts now.
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  Nuggets on brink of elimination. Time to show up or face roster deconstruction 25.04.2026 1u 42min

  Nuggets went from being up 19 in game 2 to seize control of the series before blowing the lead and the game. They followed that up with an embarrassing performance in game 3 to go down 2-1 to the Wolves. The stakes for the Nuggets going into game 4 have never been higher. Nuggets offense has vanished vs a Rudy Gobert led defense. Falling this short of expectations will have the Nuggets FO and Owners asking big questions.
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  How the Nuggets BEAT the Wolves | Series Preview with Matt Brooks 17.04.2026 1u 59min

  Matt Brooks is back! We're going over big questions for the upcoming series vs Denver's familiar foe, the Minnesota Timberwolves. How does Denver deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves frontcourt? How will Adelman handle the non Jokic minutes? How will Denver guard Minny? We'll look into all those questions with clips from past match ups and get into the nitty gritty.00:00 Matt Brooks joins02:52 How does Denver deal with the frontcourt?05:48 Jokic vs Rudy match up and stats10:02 Jamal vs coverages + getting space on Jaden19:12 Jamal having an easier time vs Jaden?23:03 Minny Roaming defense25:38 Implications of Jok torching Julius, Rudy + fronting Jok28:24 Roaming off Christian, cutting during post ups34:13 Jok lineups vs smallball46:15 Jok lineups vs smallball47:50 How should Denver handle non Jokic min?50:08 Rudy, Naz, Julius triple big lineup?54:37 How will Jamal handle Minny’s small-ball looks?58:14 Jamal three point shots01:02:58 Guarding ANT Drives01:05:05 Looking at Nuggets zone coverages01:11:51 Series X factors01:16:39 THJ as an X factor01:19:36 Matt signs off, follow his work and social accounts01:21:45 Who guards Julius Randle?01:24:55 Will Spencer or Pwat be back?01:27:17 What would have been the factor if Nuggets sweep?01:36:24 Jamal getting downhill vs the Wolves01:44:41 Denver is 7th in DREB%01:46:49 Cam and CB challenges01:49:17 No Pwat vs McDaniels a factor?01:52:26 Series Prediction
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  Biggest Nuggets playoff questions 11.04.2026 1u 37min

  We go through Denver’s recent win streak before asking the biggest questions surrounding the team and their most important players heading into the the post season. 00:00 Ten Game win streak10:02 How has Denver been playing?16:40 Defense with and without AG23:28 Do you want the 3 seed?36:13 Feelings on the Spurs match up 42:31 Best match up for Jamal? 48:59 Worried about coaching mismatches? 57:01 Adelman great at ATOs?01:01:42 Denver’s best playoff outcome 01:06:14 Jokić turnovers vs defensive balance01:12:52 Jamal 3 pt vol vs defensive integrity 01:16:44 AG health and impact 01:20:46 Cam physicality vs offensive flow 01:27:38 CB hitting shots vs POA defense
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  PWAT Returns, are the clutch issues real, and Jamal's ALL-NBA case 27.03.2026 1u 47min

  Nuggets finally have their starting unit back together and PWAT has also joined the party. Even though they're managing the loads of returning stars through a gruesome late night back to back, Denver is on a 4 game win streak and looking to continue. The seeding picture in the west is down to the wire. Nuggets nation has been excited to get Pwat back in action, how has he looked? Will and Grace will also briefly look at the small ball looks and Jamal's case for All-NBA.
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  How Cam Johnson, Jokic, and Spencer Jones have been improving 15.03.2026 1u 32min

  Covering Cam, Spencer, and Jokic's recent performances vs the Rockets and Spurs. In their impressive wins on a difficult back to back there are many positive takeaways and even some surprising stats to look at.
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  New Calvin Booth Controversy | Are the Nuggets BACK? 27.02.2026 1u 25min

  Former Nuggets GM Calvin Booth emerges from obscurity to give an in-depth interview on what really went down last year leading up to the dual firings of the GM and HC. We break down the latest film on the Denver Nuggets. Which version of this team are we getting night to night and which version is necessary to make a deep run in the playoffs?00:00 Start01:53 Calvin Booth, "basketball character"05:46 Jeff Green retrospective10:10 Alternative universe, Zeke Nnaji14:11 Did not give KCP offers21:21 Malone fallout31:36 Working with Malone was 'impressive'39:19 'The championship isn't real'51:47 Post All Star Break Haze53:34 Great W over Celtics57:35 Scrappy Bruce Brown game on defense01:01:23 Solid two-way Cam Johnson Game01:07:24 KJ Simpson01:11:15 Nuggets improving the defense?01:16:34 Denver's season and championship outlook
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  Nuggets STILL haven't signed Spencer Jones, who is next, and post All-Star Wishlist 16.02.2026 1u 10min

  Will and Grace discuss Spencer Jones remaining unsigned. What comps around the league give insight into what his contract might look like? Also which names on the buy out market are realistic for the Nuggets? And then they list their top 3 things they want to see from the Nuggets after the All-Star break.
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  Denver Trade Hunter Tyson | Trade Deadline Reactions 06.02.2026 1u 38min

  The Denver Nuggets traded Hunter Tyson to duck the luxury tax BUT they also officially signed Spencer Jones and converted his two way contract. Who else might the Nuggets look at? And how does the trade deadline affect the Nuggets' outlook?
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  Nuggets starting to SLIP trying steal every win without Jokic 29.01.2026 1u 32min

  The Nuggets won two more games without Jokic against the Wizards and the reeling Bucks. After dropping a game to the Pistons in dramatic fashion, are the Nuggets on thing ice? Understandably without Jokic, AG, Cam, and Christian, consistency is hard to come by. With tougher opponents on the horizon the Nuggets could slide down the standings table.YT episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlT3xtZ-nJ0