1. The most interesting and important detail to come out of Monday’s win over the Dallas Mavericks was Michael Porter Jr. demonstrating a positive defensive impact, in particular on the backside as a helper on PnRs. https://youtu.be/tTcc6g1XuWM 2. He also had a few great possessions defending Luka Doncic, despite Doncic hunting for him on that end of the court. https://youtu.be/HuWtyiWJgP0…...

Adam Mares shares his detailed notes on the Denver Nuggets’ win over the Dallas Mavericks including notes on how Michael Porter Jr. is starting to make an impact defensively.

1. One of the things that the Denver Nuggets can do to improve their flow in the half court is to improve their timing on secondary reads. In the clip below, Jamal Murray reacts slowly to a backdoor cut that could’ve segued perfectly into a dribble handoff with Nikola Jokic. Instead, he allows the defense to reset before walking into…...

In this episode, Matt McChesney discusses the last week of NFL action and previews the NFC and AFC championship games. He also wonders where the hell all these Kansas City Chiefs fans came from.

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 a shakeup to the starting lineup in order? What…

Adam, Vogt, Dev, and D-Line share their thoughts on another disappointing Denver Nuggets loss and ask which players besides Nikola Jokic belong inside the circle of trust? Was this a good game from Jamal Murray, given that he was unguardable in the first half and unnoticeable in the 2nd? And plenty more from a content-rich Loser’s Lounge. The guys also…

1. A few weeks ago I highlighted how PJ Dozier got an earful from Nikola Jokic when he wasn’t recognizing a specific cut that Jokic wants from whoever is playing the dunker spot (the spot just outside the paint along the baseline). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nn_NREbLj2o On Sunday, Dozier made the appropriate cut without hesitation in one of the highlight plays from the…...

In this episode, Adam Mares and Dev Johnson share their thoughts on James Harden going to the Brooklyn Nets and how that affects the NBA power structure. Then, they talk about whether or not the Nuggets should make a big trade, discuss whether or not Bol Bol did enough in his first career start to earn more rotation minutes, and…

Matt McChesney breaks down all of the game in the NFL’s first week of the postseason and looks ahead to this weekend’s games.

In this episode, Adam Mares walks you through his detailed notes on Sunday’s game between the Denver Nuggets and the New York Knicks. Topics incldue: Jokic attacking rim protectors Green’s ability to read the court on offense and defense Gary Harris getting comfortable off the dribble Hartenstein’s screening, fouls, and rim runs Murray’s shot rate dropping Plus, a look at…

1. The Denver Nuggets have both found a combination of players that work off of the bench and also a way to better utilize the skillsets of those five players. The clip below highlights the strengths of each of the five players as well as the way all five guys can work in concert. From Facundo Campazzo pressuring the ball…...

Adam Mares, D-Line Co, Dev Johnson, and Harrison Wind share their takeaways from the Denver Nuggets’ blowout win over the New York Knicks. Has the bench found their footing? Is Gary Harris back? Did Isaiah Hartenstein just commit another foul while I was typing this? Plus, Brendan Vogt shares notes from the postgame media availability.

Hosts: Adam Mares, D-Line Co, Dev Johnson, and Ryan Koenigsberg. Plus, Harrison Wind live from Ball Arena. Takeaways from another tough, overtime loss. Topics include: Nikola Jokic’s 38-point performance The lack of trust in the bench No one to guard Luka Doncic Michael Porter Jr.’s extended absence Saturday’s game up in the air after PHI had a player test positive…

In this episode, Matt McChesney opens the show by talking with the voice of the Denver Broncos and the 9x state champion head football coach Dave Logan. Topics include: Floyd Little’s Legacy – Most important person in Denver Broncos history Elway stepping down What are you looking for in a GM Would you draft a QB or stick with Drew…

In this Winner’s Lounge, Adam Mares, Harrison Wind, Superstar Dev, and D-Line Co share their takeaways from Denver’s 123-116 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Topics include: Nikola Jokic’s “worst” game was still dominant. He’s the MVP. JaMychal Green is a great fit on this roster Facundo Campazzo finding a role Will Barton’s defense…and emphatic support of Jokic’s MVP campaign

In this episode, Adam Mares shares his detailed notes from Sunday’s win over the Timberwolves and looks ahead to the rematch on Tuesday. Topics include: Jamal Murray’s fit alongside Facu Campazzo Nikola Jokic’s fit alongside Facu Campazzo Why I love JaMychal Green When will Michael Malone lose faith in Gary Harris?

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 Nikola Jokic’s impressive first 6 games of the…

1. I liked this play design to get Jamal Murray open for three out of a horns set. I don’t think I’ve seen it before with Murray in what is typically a forward spot. With four point guards on the court, Michael Malone is able to get creative with unique play designs like this one. https://youtu.be/o_Ec-jYClpA 2. The Denver Nuggets…...

Adam Mares, Harrison Wind, and Eric Wedum (D-Line Co) break down the breakout game from Facundo Campazzo, the dominant 4th quarter from Nikola Jokic, and the scorching hot scoring of Jamal Murray. Plus, which former Denver Nuggets player of the Jokic era do you miss the most?