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Pickaxe and Roll
Hosted by Mile High Sports, Bleav · EN
Ryan Blackburn from MileHighSports.com brings you the latest news and analysis for the Denver Nuggets on every episode, including some of the best guests from around the NBA.
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Denver Nuggets are remaking with bench
Yesterday00:43:50Tap to summarizeOn the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets newest addition, wing defender Alpha Diallo. Denver's bench looks very different at this moment, and the Nuggets may need Diallo to contribute right away. Ryan discusses the roster, Summer League takeaways for Bryce Hopkins and Trevon Brazile, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →The Luxury Tax is Hollowing out of the Nuggets
5d ago00:46:57Tap to summarizeOn the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the issues the Denver Nuggets are facing with the luxury tax and the second apron, losing bench players along the way. He discusses LeBron James seemingly moving on from the Nuggets as a possible landing spot. Then he gives a short preview of Summer League and what Nuggets fans should expect from Trevon Brazile and Bryce Hopkins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Updated Nuggets Rotation + Contract Year Jokic
1w ago00:49:44Tap to summarizeOn the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the latest in Free Agency, why the Denver Nuggets are in flux until LeBron James and Peyton Watson clear things up, and why Nikola Jokic's contract decision provides both clarity and uncertainty. How will the Nuggets handle the 2026-27 season with the pressure surrounding Jokic's impending free agency? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Is Peyton Watson getting traded?
1w ago00:50:09Tap to summarizeOn the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets updated Free Agency checklist and why Peyton Watson might be on the move. Could the Nuggets trade Watson to the Los Angeles Clippers? Ryan goes through the scenarios and discusses how Denver operates from here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Free Agency Update: Marvin Bagley signs, Peyton Watson, and...LeBron James?
2w ago00:51:23Tap to summarizeOn the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn goes over what's happened with the Denver Nuggets so far, signing Marvin Bagley III last night and making overtures to LeBron James. He discusses Peyton Watson's market, the Jaylen Brown trade, and other free agency moves Nuggets fans need to know. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →LIVE Free Agency Reaction (it was slow but I had fun)
2w ago01:35:24Tap to summarizeRyan Blackburn goes LIVE to react to the start of 2026 NBA Free Agency. The Denver Nuggets have significant holes in their roster, a desire to reduce salary, and a potentially unstable situation around Nikola Jokic. They could do just about anything, and Ryan is LIVE (for at most 90 minutes) to break down what’s happening with the Nuggets in the free agency and trade department. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Big Jokic Extension rumors + Questions before Free Agency
2w ago00:55:05Tap to summarizeOn the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn goes over the weekend rumors sparked by a report that Nikola Jokic will consider delaying an extension with the Denver Nuggets. How long will that go for, and what can the Nuggets do to get him to sign on the dotted line? Then, Ryan discusses the introduction of the Nuggets newest rookies Trevon Brazile and Bryce Hopkins before going over NBA reports and rumors on Free Agency. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Nuggets add Trevon Brazile, Bryce Hopkins in NBA Draft
3w ago00:48:35Tap to summarizeOn the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets draft night moves, trading out of the first round and selecting power forward Trevon Brazile and wing Bryce Hopkins in the second round. The Nuggets added some second round picks, but their offseason concerns are far from over. What do Brazile and Hopkins add to the team? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →LIVE Nuggets First Round Trade Reaction with CTFazio and Jeff Morton
3w ago01:07:53Tap to summarizeOn the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn goes LIVE to react to the 2026 NBA Draft and whatever the Denver Nuggets decide to do. He's joined by CTFazio to analyze the draft and Jeff Morton of the CSG Podcast to discuss what the night's events mean for the Nuggets overall. Will the Nuggets make a selection with the 26th pick??? UPDATE: They will not. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →DRAFT WEEK! Final Draft Preview + Mock Trades
3w ago00:52:40Tap to summarizeOn the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn shares his final NBA Draft Big Board for the Denver Nuggets, who have the 26th and 49th picks on Tuesday and Wednesday. Ryan discusses some names, then goes over some fake trades involving the Nuggets roster if the Nuggets truly desire change. 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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