Best Peyton S Thoughts Podcasts (2025)

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Jamal Murray's All-Star chances and Matt Schubert's departure as sports editor 1:47:39

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In this week's edition of Nuggets Ink, the Denver Post Nuggets Podcast, Matt Schubert and Denver Post beat writer Bennett Durando discuss Jamal Murray's spectacular start to the season, his chances of finally making an All-Star Game and more.By Nuggets Ink

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Jamal Murray goes off, Christian Braun gets paid and Aaron Gordon goes hyphy 1:09:34

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after the first week of the regular season. Among the topics discussed:+ Jamal Murray is tired of hearing about slow starts, and he proved as much Monday night by dropping 43 points on the Minnesota Timberwolves. Is this the year …

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Nuggets media day storylines and the annual NBA wins draft 1:39:17

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene ahead of Denver's media day. Among the topics discussed:+ What will Jonas Valanciunas say in his first encounter with Denver media? Will Christian Braun sign an extension ahead of the season? Is Bruce Brown already writing love no…

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Nikola Jokic passes on extension, Jonas Valanciunas visits Greece and Summer League 1:02:45

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene following DaRon Holmes II's glorious return to NBA Summer League. Among the topics discussed:+ Nikola Jokic caused a stir in NBA circles by ... doing nothing?! Denver's MVP center became extension-eligible last week but declined t…

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Rehashing the Michael Porter Jr. trade and an incredible 24 hours for Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace 1:38:24

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene three days after the stunning trade of Michael Porter Jr. to the Brooklyn Nets. Among the topics discussed:+ The Nuggets' two-man brain trust turned Porter's salary into four players: Cam Johnson, Jonas Valanciunas, Bruce Brown an…

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Taking stock of Denver's roster following David Adelman's hire as head coach 1:34:50

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene with the NBA Finals on tap. Among the topics discussed:+ Speaking to reporters twice in the span of a few weeks, Nuggets President and Governor Josh Kroenke made it clear he thinks the answers to Denver's problems are internal. Th…

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What's next after Denver is eliminated by Oklahoma City Thunder? 1:50:50

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after Denver's elimination from the NBA Playoffs. Among the topics discussed:+ The Nuggets' season not-so-mercifully came to an end in a Game 7 blowout loss at the Oklahoma City Thunder. What was the biggest culprit in their demis…

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Nikola Jokic's struggles, Aaron Gordon's heroics and a Game 4 fade vs. Thunder 58:39

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after Denver's Game 4 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Among the topics discussed:+ Game 4 reactions: The worst first quarter in the history of baskets or balls? Yes.+ What's to blame for the poor start? Tired legs? The 36-hour …

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Aaron Gordon, Nikola Jokic and Denver's Game 1 stunner in Oklahoma City 1:05:26

8M ago1:05:26

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after Denver's stunning Game 1 comeback against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Among the topics discussed:+ The Nuggets rallied from 13 points down in the fourth quarter to take down Oklahoma City on its home court in Game 1 of their …

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Kawhi Leonard goes nuclear, Nikola Jokic dons a sleeve and Russell Westbrook rides the rollercoaster 1:23:13

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene as Denver heads to Los Angeles for Game 3 of its first-round NBA Playoffs series against the Clippers. Among the topics discussed:+ Two games into the series and things are deadlocked in more ways than one. Total score: 215-214, C…

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A Nuggets-Clippers playoff preview, an NBA awards ballot reveal and the scariest postseason performers 1:29:37

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene as Denver prepares to face the Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA Playoffs. Among the topics discussed:+ The Nuggets closed out the regular season 3-0 under interim head coach David Adelman. What's the vibe around the team been since…

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Michael Malone, Calvin Booth fired in stunning franchise shakeup 1:03:32

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene hours after the stunning firings of Michael Malone and Calvin Booth. Among the topics discussed:+ Why now? Why did team president and owner Josh Kroenke fire his head coach and top executive with just three games left in the regul…

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Russell Westbrook's Minnesota mistake, the Western pecking order and a confidence game 1:31:33

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after a pair of Denver losses. Among the topics discussed:+ The Nuggets emptied the tank in an effort to end a five-game skid vs. Minnesota, with Nikola Jokic putting up a 61-point triple-double. Yet after Russell Westbrook's regr…

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Glory in Golden State, Wizards weariness and Nikola Jokic's fading MVP hopes 1:08:10

9M ago1:08:10

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert are joined by a special guest after a wild Denver win at Golden State. Among the topics discussed:+ The Nuggets are in the middle of a mercurial stretch of basketball that's included some of their best (Nikola Jokic's 30-20-20 vs. Phoenix) …

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The looming Nikola Jokic-Shai Gilgeous-Alexander MVP showdown and shifting Western landscape 1:18:52

10M ago1:18:52

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after a long road trip for Michael Malone's bunch. Among the topics discussed:+ The Nuggets split a recent four-game swing through the Eastern Conference, winning in Indianapolis and Detroit and losing in Milwaukee and Boston. Wha…

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Jamal Murray goes supernova, Nikola Jokic trails in MVP race and an All-Star Weekend abomination 1:32:37

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene days after a dreadful NBA All-Star Game. Among the topics discussed:+ Bennett and AAron were in the building to witness the abomination that was Sunday night's NBA All-Star Game. Was it even worse in person than it was on TV? Can …

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Nuggets stand pat, Lakers get Luka and insanity reigns at NBA trade deadline 1:28:08

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after the NBA trade deadline. Among the topics discussed:+ For the second year in a row, Calvin Booth opted to stand pat at the NBA trade deadline. Is the inaction an indication the Nuggets general manager is happy with his roster…

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Nikola Jokic puts final nail in Embiid debate, Russell Westbrook thrives and Aaron Gordon returns 1:17:47

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after Denver's annihilation of Philadelphia. Among the topics discussed:+ Is the Joel Embiid-Nikola Jokic debate officially over? Will the 76ers big man ever play in Denver again? Is the new big-man rivalry between Jokic and Victo…

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Has Jamal Murray finally put his annual slow start to rest? 1:14:51

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene as the calendar flips to 2025 with a Denver rout of Atlanta. Among the topics discussed:+ Jamal Murray's annual slow start to the season appears to finally be in the rearview mirror. With the Nuggets surging at 8-3 in their last 1…

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Is Zach LaVine really worth trading Michael Porter Jr. for? 1:18:43

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene as trade season begins in the NBA. Among the topics discussed:+ Zach Lavine to the Denver Nuggets ... not so fast, sweetheart. Can the front office make a pitch to move enough pieces to upgrade -- Or not upgrade? — a roster that h…

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Youth Movement arrives in Denver, Nikola Jokic levels up and NBA Cup courts blind viewers 1:16:46

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene as Denver gets ready for the NBA Cup. Among the topics discussed:+ The NBA Cup is here, and people are wearing captain hats in Golden State! How about those courts? Terrible or just plain awful?+ Nikola Jokic is playing like an MV…

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Christian Braun's ascendance, Jamal Murray's slow start and Aaron Gordon's a sharpshooter? 1:23:52

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene two weeks into the regular season. Among the topics discussed:+ The Nuggets are 4-3 with several narrow wins on the resume that revealed more than a few holes. And now the national media is in a panic over Denver's title window. T…

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Jamal Murray's preseason, Aaron Gordon's contract and 2024-25 season predictions 1:23:51

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene with the regular season set to tip off. Among the topics discussed:+ Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon got his contract extension -- a four-year, $133 million deal that could have him in Denver through the 2028-29 season. Is the value …

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Jamal Murray's max extension, Denver's "intelligent" front office hire and a 30-team NBA draft 1:52:23

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene with media day just one week away. Among the topics discussed:+ Jamal Murray is officially locked up. The Nuggets' star point guard signed a four-year, $208.5 million extension after an up-and-down summer that concluded with a sub…

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Russell Westbrook en route to Denver, DaRon Holmes II goes down and Nuggets Summer League thoughts 1:17:38

1+ y ago1:17:38

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene with Russell Westbrook expected to soon join Denver in free agency. Among the topics discussed:+ Russell Westbrook is bound to be a Mile High favorite, but does he have enough left at nearly 36 years old to help the Nuggets return…

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Kentavious Caldwell-Pope leaves, DaRon Holmes arrives and free agency hits the NBA 1:39:18

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after NBA free agency opens and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope leaves for Orlando. Among the topics discussed:+ Now that KCP has left the Nuggets for the Orlando Magic on a three-year deal, where does that leave Denver? Is Christian Bra…

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Looking back at NBA Finals, assessing draft rumors and an NBA championship draft 1:36:58

1+ y ago1:36:58

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after the Boston Celtics took down the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals. Among the topics discussed:+ How good are the 2023-24 Boston Celtics after capping off a dominant title run? Did the voters get it right giving the Finals …

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Who will stay, who will go for Denver this offseason, plus Luka Doncic vs. Nikola Jokic 1:21:26

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene a day before the NBA Finals with plenty to talk about. Among the topics discussed:+ The NBA Finals are here, with the Dallas Mavericks set to face the Boston Celtics. Is Luka Doncic the truth? Could he take the World's Best Basket…

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What went wrong for Denver, what comes next and the Nikola Jokic book to come with Mike Singer 1:37:04

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert are joined by esteemed author and former Nuggets beat writer Mike Singer. Among the topics discussed:+ Mike weighs in on what went wrong for the Nuggets after they were eliminated by the Minnesota Timberwolves 4-3 in the Western Conference …

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Nuggets collapse in Game 7, Michael Malone blows up and what's next for Denver 1:30:54

1+ y ago1:30:54

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after the Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated Denver in a stunning Game 7 comeback. Among the topics discussed:+ Where did things go wrong for the Nuggets in the second half of Game 7? What could coach Michael Malone have done diffe…

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Jamal Murray throws in heating pad, Timberwolves overwhelm Denver and a season on the brink 1:17:35

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after the Minnesota Timberwolves blew away Denver to take a 2-0 series lead. Among the topics discussed:+ Jamal Murray threw in the towel and the heat pack. How does this affect the team, the struggling star and the Nuggets’ chanc…

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Jamal Murray sinks Lakers, Michael Porter Jr. rises to occasion and the looming Timberwolves 1:10:17

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after Jamal Murray hit yet another game-winner to eliminate the Los Angeles Lakers. Among the topics discussed:+ Jamal Murray's postseason credentials continue to grow after the Nuggets guard hit his second game-winner in eight da…

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Jamal Murray's buzzer-beater, Aaron Gordon's defense and an epic playoff win over the Lakers 1:12:01

1+ y ago1:12:01

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after Jamal Murray's buzzer-beating game-winner over Anthony Davis and the Lakers. Among the topics discussed:+ Jamal Murray has an all-time postseason resume that keeps growing. Is the killer over Davis the best of his shots to d…

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A Nuggets-Lakers rematch and the path to back-to-back NBA championships in Denver 1:23:59

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after the Los Angeles Lakers beat New Orleans in the play-in round to set up another playoff series with Denver. Among the topics discussed:+ The Lakers held on to beat Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans, setting up a th…

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Victor Wembanyama vs. Nikola Jokic, the NBA MVP race and the race for No. 1 in the West 1:29:31

1+ y ago1:29:31

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene following Denver's win over Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in a down-to-the-wire classic. Among the topics discussed:+ As expected, San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama put on a show against Nikola Jokic and the…

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Kyrie Irving's left-handed hook, Anthony Edwards' non-stop motor and Serbian royalty 1:21:32

2y ago1:21:32

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene following a 3-1 road trip for the defending NBA champions. Among the topics discussed:+ Do the Nuggets need to fear the Celtics or the Bucks more? Is there another team coming out of the Eastern Conference that should give Nuggets…

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Where things stand in the wild, wild Western Conference with USA TODAY's Jeff Zillgitt 1:17:30

2y ago1:17:30

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, Denver Post beat writer Bennett Durando is joined by USA Today national NBA reporter Jeff Zillgitt to talk about Denver and the NBA. Among the topics discussed:+ The Western Conference appears to be loaded. Where do things stand in the hierarchy around the Nuggets? Bennett and Jeff give their though…

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Nikola Jokic's place in the NBA MVP race, All-Star weekend and Denver's stretch run 1:36:16

2y ago1:36:16

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, Denver Post beat writer Bennett Durando is joined by Oklahoman beat writer Joel Lorenzi to break down a tight MVP race and the remaining slate of games in the NBA season. Among the topics discussed:+ Nikola Jokic has come out of the All-Star break on a tear, but can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander get the W…

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Did Nuggets do the right thing standing pat at NBA trade deadline? 1:24:14

2y ago1:24:14

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink Podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene hours after the NBA trade deadline comes to a close. Among the topics discussed:+ Who are the winners and losers from the trade deadline? Who got better? Who got worse? Have any new contenders emerged?+ The Nuggets stood pat at th…

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Joel Embiid ducks the Mile High City, Mike Singer makes a comeback 1:02:13

2y ago1:02:13

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink Podcast, Denver Post Nuggets beat writer Bennett Durando is joined by his predecessor Mike Singer. + Did Joel Embiid cede the MVP after sitting out against the Nuggets for the fourth straight game at Ball Arena? Citing knee soreness minutes before tipoff, Embiid scratched from lineup for the Nuggets' home ma…

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Nikola Jokic's growing MVP case, Jamal Murray's All-Star bid and a productive road trip 1:28:28

2y ago1:28:28

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink Podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene at the tail end of an epic road trip for Denver. Among the topics discussed:+ How impressive is the Nuggets' road performance? Are you more sold on this team as the leading NBA title contender? Is the win at Boston the most tellin…

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Is Nikola Jokic vs. Joel Embiid the NBA's defining rivalry right now? 1:09:46

2y ago1:09:46

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink Podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene to talk about the one thing that matters most: Nikola Jokic vs. Joel Embiid. Among the topics discussed:+ In the first matchup of the season between the two men who won the last three MVPs, the 76ers and Joel Embiid came out on to…

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Nikola Jokic's buzzer-beater, Michael Porter Jr.'s fourth-quarter shots and Peyton Watson's defense 1:15:17

2y ago1:15:17

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink Podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after a miraculous comeback at Golden State and fourth-quarter fade vs. Orlando. Among the topics discussed:+ Nikola Jokic didn't call glass from 39 feet, but the basket counted anyway against the Golden State Warriors. Where does…

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Aaron Gordon returns from dog bite, Steve Kerr sounds off and a growing threat in Oklahoma City 1:46:09

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink Podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after two weeks with a bunch of news to discuss. Among the topics discussed:+ For the first time in quite some time, Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic actually got a friendly whistle in a Christmas Day win over the Golden State Warri…

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Jamal Murray's Canadian return, Peyton Watson's ascension and sifting through the naughty/nice list 1:00:58

2y ago1:00:58

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink Podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert reconvene after the Nuggets' win in Toronto. Among the topics discussed:+ Jamal Murray made his glorious return to Toronto, near his hometown of Kitchener. How was the reception? And where does he stand among all of the Canadian ballers?+ P…

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Nikola Jokic's second ejection, Jamal Murray's nagging injuries and Julian Strawther catching fire 1:29:02

2y ago1:29:02

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink Podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert talk ejections, suspensions, injuries and rookie prowess. Among the topics discussed:+ Is Nikola Jokic being unfairly refereed by officiating crews around the NBA? After getting ejected for the second time this season -- while shooting just…

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Handing out team awards for the Denver Nuggets at season's quarter pole 1:23:34

2y ago1:23:34

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, host Matt Schubert and beat writer Bennett Durando catch up prior to the Nuggets' loss at the Los Angeles Clippers. Among the topics discussed:+ The fellas catch up on a few superlatives at the quarter point of the season for the Nuggets. What's the best win of the season to date? Worst loss? Bigges…

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Jamal Murray returns, Reggie Jackson and DeAndre Jordan toast Clippers and an NBA center draft 1:31:29

2y ago1:31:29

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, host Matt Schubert and beat writer Bennett Durando catch up with the Nuggets riding a three-game winning streak heading into the weekend. Among the topics discussed:+ Is Matt back on the Suns bandwagon after writing them off one game into the season as they look to capture the first NBA in season to…

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Denver dispatches the Clippers, Draymond Green escalates matters and threats emerging in the West 1:37:01

2y ago1:37:01

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, host Matt Schubert and beat writer Bennett Durando catch up after the Nuggets' win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night. Among the topics discussed:+ Where does Draymond Green choking Rudy Gobert rank among the great fights in NBA history? Who are the NBA's real tough guys? Fake tough guys…

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Jamal Murray's injury, Michael Porter Jr.'s growth, Julian Strawther's outburst and taking stock 1:28:42

2y ago1:28:42

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In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, host Matt Schubert and beat writer Bennett Durando catch up after the Nuggets' dramatic win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. Among the topics discussed:Julian Strawther had a breakout game against New Orleans one night, then found himself riding the bench for long stretches two nig…