The Biggest What-If's of the Nikola Jokic era

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn discusses the most important butterfly effect moments for the Denver Nuggets of the last 12 years, the points that changed the entire trajectory of the franchise. From drafting Nikola Jokic, to saying no to James Harden, to keeping around a former general manager. Then, Ryan reacts to an inflammatory article about Denver's offseason. 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 episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn is joined by Jeff Morton of the CSG Podcast to chat about a variety of topics. They focus on the Denver Nuggets' present and future first, then they pivot to NBA ownership concerns for the league. Finally, they chat about life, what they're watching lately, and what's next. 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 episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn discusses the new rotation featuring DeMar DeRozan and how the Denver Nuggets will use the scoring veteran to bolster their second unit. He discusses the rotation combinations, some players he's watching closely out of the reserves, and how Denver's reputation this offseason has taken a significant tumble. 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 episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn hops on for an emergency episode to react to the addition of DeMar DeRozan as a SIXTH MAN to replace Peyton Watson. 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 episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets sign-and-trade of Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers for two draft picks in the future. Was this the plan Denver set out to fulfill at the beginning of the offseason? Blackburn discusses the trade, the fallout, a rant on being proactive, and if DeMar DeRozan is expected to be the savior for the Nuggets going forward. 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 episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn discusses the never-ending free agency saga that is the Peyton Watson discussion. Could the Cleveland Cavaliers recent moves be a stepping stone to acquire Watson from the Denver Nuggets? Ryan discusses Watson, Denver's current bench situation, and the Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention story getting a bit more spicy. 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 episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 2026-27 schedule release. He breaks down the important games, the easiest and most difficult stretches, and circles the Top 10 games on the calendar for Denver Nuggets fans to know. 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 episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn discusses what the Denver Nuggets can learn and apply from the championship run involving the New York Knicks last year, particularly involving an expensive starting lineup. Ryan also chats about Lonnie Walker and DeMar DeRozan as bench options and Nikola Jokic being courted by Panathinaikos before turning to an important topic: he finally watched The Odyssey. 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 episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets signing Lonnie Walker IV out of nowhere in free agency and why the decision doesn't quite add up. He hits on a tidbit from Shams Charania on the Peyton Watson negotiations. Then, he discusses the most important three-player combinations for the Nuggets heading into the 2026-27 season. 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 episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn shares statistical projections for Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Aaron Gordon in the 2026-27 season, discussing what expectations should be. He also breaks down Denver's rotation and where it may rank on defense. Then, he discusses a Nugget of Life that Jokic has already figured out: Work-Life Balance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.