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Jamal Murray goes off, Nuggets dominate the Kings

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Feb 29, 2024

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Ryan Blackburn reacts to last night's blowout win over the Sacramento Kings as Jamal Murray goes off for 32 points and six assists, missing just two shots on the evening. The Nuggets took awhile to get into the game, but once they did, they showcased a championship gear. Ryan breaks down the slow start, the quick turnaround, and more.

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Feb 29, 2024

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Joker and Murray dominate, Nuggets win vs reeling Pelicans: Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 122-113 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans as Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray show their skills as a dynamic duo. Jokić put up his 16th triple-double and is merely one assist away from averaging a triple-double completely. Murray put up 32 points on the most three-pointers he's attempted this season. Ryan discusses an elite game from the starters, another subpar bench performance, and where the Nuggets stand in the West in a series against every other West opponent. by Pickaxe and Roll
52 min listen
MPJ finds his rhythm, Nuggets win 5th in a row vs Kings: Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 113-106 win as Michael Porter Jr. pours in an efficient 30 points. Aaron Gordon was held out due to a shoulder strain, so MPJ stepped up and had one of his best nights of the season. Nikola Jokić had a Sombor Double of 20-9-11, and Jamal Murray capped it off with some clutch shotmaking and playmaking down the stretch. Ryan goes over the starters' performances, an interesting bench night, and what it means that the Nuggets are truly finding their stride. by Pickaxe and Roll
49 min listen
CK Postgame Show: Sacramento Kings 108, Los Angeles Lakers 101: The Sacramento Kings knocked off the Los Angeles Lakers Sunday afternoon, snapping their five game losing streak and improving to 12-15 on the season. DeMarcus Cousins, Rudy Gay and Ben McLemore all score over 20 points and the Kings held the Lakers... by CK Podcast with Leo Beas
8 min listen
The Denver Nuggets take a COMMANDING 3-0 series lead over the LA Lakers: Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 119-108 win in Game 3 to take a 3-0 series lead over the Los Angeles Lakers. Jamal Murray was the best player on the floor and carried the Nuggets with 30 points in the first half alone. Nikola Jokić struggled but played his best basketball in the fourth quarter. The Nuggets got contributions from the entire rotation in what was a true team win. Ryan discusses the starters, the bench, and why beating LeBron James and the Lakers is so, so sweet. by Pickaxe and Roll
51 min listen
Nikola Jokic's HISTORIC 53 point night not enough; Suns tie series 2-2: Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 129-124 loss to the Phoenix Suns despite Nikola Jokić's incredible 53-point night. The Suns only answer for Jokić was to outscore the Nuggets, and they did just that with incredible performances from Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, and...Landry Shamet? Jamal Murray was good but not great, and the Nuggets struggled once again with Jokić off the floor. Ryan discusses the starters, the bench, and adjustments the Nuggets can and should make heading into Game 5 of a 2-2 series. by Pickaxe and Roll
52 min listen
Nuggets enter All-Star Break with a thud: Ryan breaks down Denver's 102-98 loss to the Sacramento Kings, more issues with the bench unit, and what to expect heading into the All-Star Break. by Pickaxe and Roll
39 min listen
Ck Postgame Show: Washington Wizards 113, Sacramento Kings 97: For the second straight game, the Sacramento Kings (22-43) had every opportunity to pick up a win on the road and let it slip away. After leading by as many as 21, Sacramento fell apart in the third quarter in Washington, losing to the... by CK Podcast with Leo Beas
34 min listen
Reacting to Thunder vs Pelicans + Nuggets get ready for playoffs: Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Play-In game between the New Orleans Pelicans and Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night. He then reacts to Nuggets practice and shares his insights into Denver's approach this week. Finally, Ryan asks three simple questions that will answer if the Nuggets can win a championship or not. by Pickaxe and Roll
53 min listen
KZ Okpala starting, Keegan Murray shines, & more preseason takeaways by Kings Pulse: A Sacramento Kings Podcast
46 min listen
WrestleMania 37 Preview / NXT Rises: Ryan McKinnell & Mark Henry talk about the newly unveiled Triple Threat WrestleMania 37 match between Daniel Bryan - Roman Reigns - and Edge! DB had a great promo last night on SmackDown that the guys talk about and also how great is it to have 3 amazing wrestlers all wresting against each other? Weekly Winner of course because it's a Saturday but you won't know who the guys picked as their favorite unless you tune in! by Busted Open
53 min listen
Jamal Murray hits game-winning three, saves the day in Portland: Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 121-120 win in Portland over Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers as Jamal Murray hits a game-winning three-pointer with 0.9 seconds left. Murray gets to have his moment after plenty of struggles, while Nikola Jokić dominates, Aaron Gordon continues to impress, and the bench unit takes another big step forward. Ryan discusses the big shot, the starters, and the bench unit. by Pickaxe and Roll
38 min listen

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