Locked On Nuggets - Daily Podcast On The Denver Nuggets

Denver Nuggets bench topples Philadelphia 76ers in a jaw-dropping overtime thriller—Jalen Pickett outduels Joel Embiid as Denver secures the season’s most unlikely win. Can the Nuggets’ supporting cast continue this level of play as the team gets healthy?Ryan Blackburn, Matt Moore, and Swipa break down Denver’s 125-124 victory, spotlighting Jalen Pickett’s breakout game, Peyton Watson’s relentless attack, and Zeke Nnaji’s all-around performance. The hosts examine Nikola Jokic’s absence, Spencer Jones’ defensive heroics, and David Adelman's coaching adjustments, while debating the value of player development versus veteran roster security. Insights include how the Nuggets’ young talent stymied Joel Embiid, why the Eastern Conference is underwhelming, and whether former GM Calvin Booth’s bold strategy is finally paying off.Are the Nuggets discovering championship-caliber depth—or just catching lightning in a bottle?00:00 "Best Players in the World"04:19 "Resilience and Teamwork Triumph"09:57 "NBA Happy Hour Fridays"12:49 "Embracing Probability in Sports"15:20 "Teamwork Shines in the Paint"17:47 "Eastern Conference Weakness Highlighted"22:05 "Locked On Nuggets Preview"24:27 Peyton's Future in the NBA28:54 Peyton Watson's Impactful Performance32:28 "Spencer's Winning Intangibles"33:42 "Peyton's Value and Potential Rise"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 more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDONBetterhelpBetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist.Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/NBA. QuoMake this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away.Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go tohttps://Quo.com/lockedonnba.Quo — no missed calls, no missed customers. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

No Jinx returns! Matt Moore and Ryan Blackburn break down the Denver Nuggets loss to the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday, a revenge game for Michael Porter Jr. in which the Nuggets were overwhelmed by the Nets' size and shooting. Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun returned from injury, but it wasn't enough against a surprisingly plucky Nets squad. Are the Nuggets in trouble without Nikola Jokic and Jonas Valanciunas? Matt and Ryan discuss.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 more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDONBetterhelpBetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist.Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/NBA. QuoMake this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away.Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/lockedonnba.Quo — no missed calls, no missed customers.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Swipa and Ryan react to the Denver Nuggets clutch loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers after an impressive effort overall. Jamal Murray scored effectively in the first half but was doubled consistently late. The Nuggets missed too many shots in the fourth to survive, and it became a bitter moral victory.TIMESTAMPS0:00 - Resilience3:36 - Jamal Murray Shines Without Jokic7:16 - Cavs' Defense vs. Jamal Murray11:15 - FanDuel's NBA Happy Hour14:55 - Jokic Injury Update17:07 - Promising Passing, Tentative Scoring21:38 - Denver's Energy24:46 - Turnovers and Ball-Handling Rankings28:53 - Denver's Defensive Physicality Improvement30:03 - Evaluating Player Potential in DenverEverydayer 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 more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Denver Nuggets face an unprecedented crisis as their center rotation collapses, with injuries sidelining Nikola Jokic, Jonas Valanciunas, and key contributors like Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun. Can any lineup survive this relentless wave of setbacks, and who will step up as the next big man in Denver? Host Matt Moore invites fans to pitch themselves as emergency centers, highlighting the desperate search for size, rebounding, and defensive grit. Matt Moore examines the team’s limited trade options, explores realistic targets from the G League, and emphasizes why a panic move could hurt long-term goals. The episode breaks down the importance of the recent win over the Raptors, Jamal Murray’s leadership under pressure, and the tactical risks of playing Aaron Gordon at the five. With playoff standings at risk and the Western Conference race tightening, the Nuggets must find answers fast. Will this adversity forge a championship mindset—or push Denver into a dangerous slide?00:00 "Matt Moore on Nuggets Insights"05:41 "NBA Free Agents and Updates"09:47 "Trade Caution and Game Time"13:01 "Nuggets' Trade Options Limited"15:40 "Jaylen Smith Trade Speculation"18:22 Western Conference Playoff Projections23:01 "Jamal’s Impact on Nuggets"24:11 "Tactical Decisions and Player Resilience"28:41 "Nuggets' Playoff Projections Analyzed"33:06 "High Goals Despite Dire Straits"34:25 "Show Updates and New Year"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 more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest Locked On Nuggets episode, Ryan Blackburn breaks down an incredible win by the Denver Nuggets despite injuries to four starters and Jonas Valanciunas. The Nuggets survived a late run by the Toronto Raptors behind a strong performance from Peyton Watson, surprising contributions from DaRon Holmes, and high level defensive effort throughout. Ryan also discusses 2026 Denver Nuggets Resolutions.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 more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.