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On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 140-127 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on the second night of a back-to-back. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray dominated together, the entire Nuggets rotation helped out along the way, and the Nuggets won their first game against a top four seed in the West since November 23rd. Ryan breaks down the game, the Nuggets hot shooting, and what we learned from this two-game set against OKC. BETONLINE: The Game Starts Here! https://www.betonline.ag SCL MORTGAGE: https://www.MySpecialMortgage.com

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 127-103 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder that was close until the fourth quarter. SGA, Chet Holmgren, and the Thunder ran away with it in the fourth, but Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets couldn't get it done. This was the first of two straight matchups between the Nuggets and Thunder, so Ryan talks about the one that just happened and the one that will happen later tonight. BETONLINE: The Game Starts Here! https://www.betonline.ag SCL MORTGAGE: www.MySpecialMortgage.com

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 149-141 OT win over the Phoenix Suns as Nikola Jokic goes CRAZY with 31 points, 21 rebounds, and 22 assists. Jokic was fantastic, Christian Braun made some big shots, and the Nuggets outscored the Suns to an impressive win. Ryan breaks down Jokic's brilliance and more on the show. BETONLINE: The Game Starts Here! https://www.betonline.ag SCL Mortgage: https://www.MySpecialMortgage.com

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets 116-110 win over the Sacramento Kings. The Nuggets staged a comeback with Nikola Jokic off the floor, and all three of Russell Westbrook, Jamal Murray, and Zeke Nnaji played a major role. Denver's defense found a rhythm when they locked in as well. Ryan discusses the win, Russell Westbrook, Zeke Nnaji, the defense played against Nikola Jokic, and more. BETONLINE: The Game Starts Here! https://www.betonline.ag

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the ramifications of Julian Strawther suffering an injury and being sidelined for a month. His absence coincides with the return of Peyton Watson from a similar injury, meaning the Nuggets should have some reinforcements. Ryan goes over the Strawther-Watson dynamic, some notable Two-Man Net Ratings 3/4 of the way through the season, and previews the matchup vs the Sacramento Kings tonight. BETONLINE: The Game Starts Here! https://www.betonline.ag

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn recaps the Denver Nuggets 110-103 loss to the Boston Celtics. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray showed up, but the Celtics caused confusion with their game plan that forced the ball into the hands of Christian Braun and Russell Westbrook. Michael Porter Jr. also struggled once again vs a great team. Ryan breaks down what happened, the good and bad, and highlights a possible solution to Denver's issues that hasn't been tried before. BETONLINE: The Game Starts Here! https://www.betonline.ag

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn recaps the Denver Nuggets 121-112 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks in which very little went right for Denver. Nikola Jokic was great offensively and good enough to win, but he didn't get enough help from the supporting cast. Michael Porter Jr. and Aaron Gordon especially struggled, while Jamal Murray was subpar. Add in some poor fourth quarter defense and the Nuggets couldn't keep up. Ryan discusses the loss, what are real and not real concerns, and previews tonight's matchup with the Detroit Pistons. BETONLINE: The Game Starts Here! https://www.betonline.ag

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn goes over a lengthy Q&A from Denver Nuggets fans about a variety of Nuggets topics. From the playoff rotation, to possible first round opponents, to specific thoughts about Russell Westbrook, Peyton Watson, and Zeke Nnaji. Ryan discusses it all before previewing tonight's matchup between the Nuggets and Milwaukee Bucks, a Nikola Jokic vs Giannis Antetokounmpo special. BETONLINE: The Game Starts Here! https://www.betonline.ag

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn breaks down the Denver Nuggets impressive 125-116 win over the Indiana Pacers. Nikola Jokic set the table for the entire team with a career-high 19 assists. Aaron Gordon had 25 points in 24 minutes. Michael Porter Jr. dominated inside the arc. Jamal Murray went 4-of-4 from three. Even Zeke Nnaji locked in. Ryan breaks down the all-around team win, Gordon's improved shotmaking, Nnaji's new role, and more on today's show. BETONLINE: The Game Starts Here! https://www.betonline.ag

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn shares his final thoughts on Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers over the weekend, including Denver's inability to match up with the best teams on a consistent level. Ryan goes over the 40-20 rule, one thing he still needs to see from Denver in their final 25 games, and previews the upcoming four-game road trip. BETONLINE: The Game Starts Here! https://www.betonline.ag