Denver Nuggets
Mentioned in 64 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Denver Nuggets An NBA team centered around star player Nikola Jokic, frequently discussed across sports podcasts as a Western Conference contender and championship threat, despite recurring injury concerns and recent inconsistency. Podcasts analyze their playoff viability, Jokic's MVP candidacy, and roster dynamics with key players like Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon. The team also engages in community partnerships, including Fourth Wing-themed basketball events at their home arena.
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First Take · Apr 16, 2026
Hour 2: What Does Kawhi Leonard's Future Hold?
“Discussed in context of Spurs' playoff seeding decisions and championship contention”
First Take · Apr 16, 2026
Hour 1: Who was More Impressive in Win: Steph or Draymond?
“Discussed as Western Conference contender with 12-game winning streak facing Timberwolves in second-round matchup”
93X Half-Assed Morning Show · Apr 16, 2026
Irrational Rage
“NBA team mentioned in playoff discussion as potential opponent for Minnesota Timberwolves”
First Take · Apr 13, 2026
Hour 1: How Costly is the Spurs Loss to the Nuggets?
“NBA team that defeated San Antonio in regular season finale; discussed for playoff seeding strategy”
93X Half-Assed Morning Show · Apr 13, 2026
Game 7 of The Masters
“NBA team facing Minnesota Timberwolves in first-round playoffs, currently on 12-game winning streak”
First Things First · Apr 10, 2026
Knicks beat Celtics in Tatum’s return to MSG, Title Pie, Brou’s Ballot, Can LeBron carry the Lakers?
“Thunder intentionally rested 9 players against Nuggets to influence playoff bracket and avoid them in round two”
First Take · Apr 10, 2026
Hour 1: Does Knicks Win Over Celtics Mean Anything With Jaylen Brown Sitting?
“NBA team mentioned as potential playoff matchup against Thunder with Nikola Jokic leading”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Apr 10, 2026
Rock Bottom For Tanking? + Major Playoff Seeding Drama In Final Weekend & A Special Guest
“NBA team competing for playoff seeding and potential second-round matchup with Spurs”
Nightcap · Apr 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Knicks KNOCK OFF Celtics in THRILLER + Rocket BEAT INJURED Sixers + Kayden McDonald JOINS Nightcap + Joel Embiid INJURIES +Anthony Davis’ MVP RANKINGS
“NBA team referenced for Nikola Jokic's elite performance and pass-first center style”
First Take · Apr 8, 2026
Hour 2: How Will Lakers Players Respond to JJ Redick Calling Them Out?
“Referenced in context of playoff history; Nikola Jokic mentioned as player Anthony Edwards has faced in postseason”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Apr 8, 2026
Bulls Finally Moving In Right Direction + Playoff Seeding Battles You Need To Watch
“Discussed as rising to three seed after comeback win over Portland; analyzed championship trio chemistry”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 8, 2026
Best of March Madness Part 2: Michigan CROWNED CHAMPS beating UConn, Mike Malone isn't ENOUGH! UNC better drop a BAG in the portal!
“Mike Malone's NBA championship-winning team; referenced as credential for UNC coaching hire”
Nightcap · Apr 8, 2026
Best of March Madness Part 2: Michigan CROWNED CHAMPS beating UConn, Mike Malone isn't ENOUGH! UNC better drop a BAG in the portal!
“Mike Malone's previous employer where he won an NBA championship and coached MVP Nikola Jokic”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 7, 2026
Celtics Host Hornets in Potential Playoff Preview // Bill Chisholm on the Celtics Spending // Roman Anthony’s Throwing Issues - 4/7 (Hour 3)
“Mentioned as likely NBA Finals opponent for Celtics if they advance past Eastern Conference”
Mostly Sports With Mark Titus and Brandon Walker · Apr 7, 2026
Michigan Wins The Natty & Michael Malone Gets The North Carolina Job | Mostly Sports EP 625 | 4.7.26
“NBA team where Michael Malone was previously head coach before UNC hire”
93X Half-Assed Morning Show · Apr 7, 2026
O.B.C.D.
“NBA team mentioned as potential playoff opponent for Minnesota Timberwolves”
First Take · Apr 7, 2026
Hour 1: What Statement Did Michigan Make With Title Win?
“Michael Malone won 2023 NBA championship as head coach before taking UNC job”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 7, 2026
April 7, 2026 Hour 1
“Michael Malone was head coach when the team won an NBA title before being hired by North Carolina”
First Things First · Apr 2, 2026
Victor Wembanyama scores 41 back-to-back, Raiders sign Kirk Cousins, Lakers vs. Thunder, BUD List
“Nikola Jokic clinched back-to-back triple-double seasons; MVP discussion and playoff matchup analysis”
First Take · Apr 2, 2026
Hour 2: MVPTake
“Western Conference team in tight playoff positioning with Lakers and others”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 2, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Celtics DESTROY the Heat + Make Washington Jr. JOINS Nightcap + Gary Owen CRACKS JOKES & Ocho OFFICIATES Wedding
“NBA team referenced for recent Finals appearance and current roster strength”
First Things First · Apr 1, 2026
Luka and Lakers dominate March, Jalen Hurts & Eagles struggles, Tiger Woods arrested, Nick’s Tiers
“NBA defending champions discussed for defensive rating improvements with Aaron Gordon's return to lineup”
First Take · Apr 1, 2026
Hour 1: Bigger Deal: Lakers Win Streak or Knicks Losing Streak?
“Difficult remaining schedule against Thunder and Spurs twice could cause playoff seeding drop from second to sixth seed.”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Apr 1, 2026
Coaches Frustrated With SGA + Mark Cuban’s Biggest Regret In Dallas + LeBron’s Future
“Analyzed clutch time performance improvement and Jamal Murray's resurgence in March”
Miller and Moulton · Mar 31, 2026
March 31, 2026 Hour 2 Keith Smith
“Fired GM with 4 games remaining last season; escaped first round and took Thunder to 7 games in second round”
First Things First · Mar 25, 2026
2026 MLB Opening Day, Patrick Mahomes seen practicing, Nick’s Tiers, Brou’s MVP Ballot
“Nikola Jokic's MVP candidacy analyzed; team discussed as Finals contender despite lower seed positioning”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 25, 2026
Giannis & Bucks At Odds Again & Wemby Makes Claim For MVP + Evaluating Tatum
“Fully healthy for first time; positioned to secure 3-4 seed with favorable remaining schedule”
First Things First · Mar 20, 2026
Luka Doncic scores 60 in Lakers win, Brou’s Ballot, Duke's close call, Sean Payton joins, Title Pie
“Analyzed as potential first-round Lakers opponent; discussed clutch game struggles despite Jokic's MVP case”
Living Your Legacy · Mar 13, 2026
South Florida Real Estate Leaders on Negotiation, Timing the Market, and Winning Deals
“Referenced as potential employer Michael Gomez pursued for strength and conditioning coaching position”
First Things First · Mar 10, 2026
Ravens ’S.B.o.B’, Geno Smith traded to Jets, Ken Rosenthal joins, Top 10 Free Agency Edition
“Analyzed as capable playoff threat despite struggles, with Jokic proven scorer against OKC”
Pardon My Take · Mar 9, 2026
OKC Thunder’s Alex Caruso, Maxx Crosby Is A Raven, Jayson Tatum Is Back, CBB Regular Season Finale And LIV Golf Conspiracy
“Faced Thunder in Game 7 of NBA Finals last year; recent matchup featured altercation between Jokic and Thunder players”
First Things First · Mar 6, 2026
Nuggets beat Lakers, Jayson Tatum to return from Achilles tear, Brou’s NBA MVP Ballot, Title Pie
“Defeated Lakers with dominant offensive performance; analyzed as championship contender despite recent injuries”
Mojo In The Morning · Mar 6, 2026
Dirty 4: Lebron James Breaks Another Record
“NBA team that defeated the Lakers in the game where LeBron James broke the field goals record.”
First Things First · Mar 5, 2026
Bears trade D.J. Moore to Bills, Celtics ‘can win it all’ with Tatum returning, BUD List
“Nikola Jokic having phenomenal MVP-caliber season; discussed championship window and title contention”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 4, 2026
Best of NBA News Part 2: CALLING OUT Zion's for his DISAPPOINTING career in New Orleans, RUSTY Giannis return doesn't matter! First Round EXIT!
“Analyzed playoff contention challenges with Jokic and Murray; discussed third option scoring needs”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 3, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: CELTICS BLOW OUT BUCKS + ROCKETS BEAT WIZARDS + ZION SHUTS DOWN RUMORS + UNRIVALED SEMI FINALS + DUKE NUMBER 1 IN THE COUNTRY
“Discussed regarding Jamal Murray's 45-point performance and team's postseason readiness with injury concerns”
First Take · Mar 2, 2026
Hour 2: Problem with Draymond Defending Nico Harrison?
“Analyzed as Western Conference contender with injury concerns and comparison to Minnesota Timberwolves”
Fantasy Fangirls · Mar 2, 2026
Everything You Need To Know Before Reading When the Moon Hatched | Intro
“Partner for April 8th Fourth Wing-themed basketball night at Ball Arena with Rebecca Yaros”
First Things First · Feb 27, 2026
George Pickens receives franchise tag, Lakers lose to Suns, Alex Palou joins, Brou’s MVP Ballot
“Analyzed as championship contender with Jokic despite recent inconsistency (17-16 in last 33)”
First Take · Feb 27, 2026
Hour 2: Should OKC Worry About the Spurs?
“NBA team analyzed as potential Western Conference Finals obstacle despite recent inconsistency with Nikola Jokic”
Nightcap · Feb 27, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Suns EMBARRASS Lakers DEFENSE + Luka Doncic WHINES too MUCH + Son Knueppel BREAKS ROOKIE 3PT RECORD + Hawks hosting MAGIC CITY Night + NFL Team REPORT CARDS + Nahir Albright JOINS Nightcap
“Analyzed as tough playoff contender with Jokic, Murray, Gordon, and Watson”
Club Shay Shay · Feb 27, 2026
Nightcap Hour 2: Ohio State’s Sonny Styles DESTROYS the NFL Combine + Aaron Glenn CAUGHT NAPPING at COMBINE + Colts GRANT Anthony Richardson to SEEK TRADE + Puka Nacua & Cooper Kupp to TRAIN in OFFSEASON
“Referenced as competitive team when healthy; Nikola Jokic MVP candidacy discussed in sports betting segment”
Felger & Massarotti · Feb 26, 2026
Celtics Fall to Nuggets in Denver // Will Jayson Tatum Return this Season? - 2/26 (Hour 3)
“Defeated Boston Celtics 103-84 in the game discussed; Jokic's performance analyzed”
Miller and Moulton · Feb 26, 2026
February 26, 2026 Hour 1
“NBA team with Jokic scoring 30 points, 12 rebounds against Boston”
Nightcap · Feb 26, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Cade Cunningham & Pistons SNEAK by SHORT-HANDED Thunder + Odds for NBA MVP have TIGHTENED + NBA sends DOCTORS to CHECK Lauri Markkanen
“Nikola Jokic discussed as MVP contender with historic triple-double pace and eligibility concerns”
First Things First · Feb 25, 2026
Lakers lose to Magic, Bears over 9.5 wins, Nick’s Tiers, Should Steelers fans want Rodgers back?
“Ranked as Western Conference contender; discussed injury concerns with Aaron Gordon and recent 16-16 stretch after strong start”
First Take · Feb 25, 2026
Hour 1: Issues with Luka Passing up the Final Shot?
“Featured in MVP race discussion; Nikola Jokic dealing with injuries; facing Celtics on ESPN”
Fantasy Fangirls · Feb 23, 2026
TOG Fantasy FanGuide Episode 4: Kingdom of Ash
“Fantasy Fangirls partnering with team for Fourth Wing-themed basketball event at Ball Arena on April 8”
First Things First · Feb 21, 2026
Is A.J. Brown a good fit in New England, KAT's impact on Knicks' struggles, Alec Pierce in Buffalo?
“Evaluated as championship contender despite playoff experience gap vs. Thunder”
First Things First · Feb 19, 2026
Chiefs better with Tyreek, Darryn Peterson sits 2nd half, Anthony Edwards best player in NBA?
“Discussed Nikola Jokic's MVP candidacy and 65-game minimum rule impact on award eligibility”