Mile High Hoops

The Lakers went all out to stop Nikola Jokic and there were some worrying signs from Denver’s blowout loss but Jake Shapiro will tell you why it’s not the end of the world for the Nuggets

Nikola Jokic celebrated his 30th birthday on Wednesday, so let’s look back on what we love most about the best player in Denver Nuggets history. What’s ahead for the star center and his team? Jake Shapiro is taking all things Joker on the Mile High Hoops Podcast.

Does Jake Shapiro believe Nikola Jokic will win the MVP? Today on the Mile High Hoops Podcast, we’re talking about why the latest Nuggets surge is sustainable and how Jamal Murray or Michael Porter Jr. are on the verge of career-best marks.

Jamal Murray scored a career-high 55 last night to send the Nuggets into break as winners of eight straight. Is the Blue Arrow getting enough credit for the turnaround he’s had this season? Join Jake Shapiro on the Mile High Hoops Podcast!

The Nuggets didn’t make a single move at the NBA Trade Deadline, so where does the team stack up in the West now after a load of moves around the league. And what’s the best way Denver can now get better? Join Jake Shapiro on the Mile High Hoops Podcast!

Jake Shapiro has the latest from Ball Arena where Nuggets brass just signed a deal to get the team back on Comcast. Mile High Hoops talks all things KSE and TV.

Luka Doncic is on the move from one Nuggets foe to Denver’s sworn enemy. Jake Shapiro reacts on a very busy episode of Mile High Hoops where his trade deadline thoughts have changed thanks to the Slovenian and some Nuggets injuries

The Nuggets are on their worst skid of the season but some relief could be coming in the form of the NBA Trade Deadline. What type of deal can Denver make and what should we expect when the clock strikes zero next week?

The Nuggets are quickly losers of two in a row to start a long road trip. With the Wolves again haunting and familiar issues popping against the Bulls, should Denver basketball fans be more cornered about the team? Join Jake Shapiro now on the Mile High Hoops Podcast.

It’s NBA Rivalry week and the Nuggets are playing an odd collection of foes, begging the question who is the franchise’s rival? Jake Shapiro provides an in-depth look at several strong candidates for Denver fans to aim their disgust.

The Denver Nuggets are red hot and the run their riding is giving title season flashbacks—how does this year's team compare to the champs? Jake Shapiro points at what we can learn by comparing and contrasting the two Nikola Jokic-power groups.

We’ve reached the halfway point of the Denver Nuggets season and it’s time to review everyone on the roster and grade how they’ve done thus far. Jake Shapiro goes over the highs and lows from the first half of the year on Mile High Hoops.

The Denver Nuggets are finally full healthy and this is when the team took off during their title season. If this season is special the time is now for the Nuggets, Jake Shapiro exactly what the team needs to take a step up.

Even though Nikola Jokic was out due to illness the Nuggets split a back-to-back, and impressed in different ways in both games. With our new knowledge is it time for Denver to make a change to its starting lineup and what would it be? Jake Shapiro breaks it down on the Mile High Hoops Podcast.

The Denver Nuggets host the reigning champion Boston Celtics on Tuesday—can Nikola Jokic lead the Mile High City crew past the NBA’s elite? Plus, Bradley Beal is interested in joining the Nuggets, what does that mean, Jake Shapiro will tell you now on the Mile High Hoops Podcast.

The Denver Nuggets are finding their stride and Russell Westbrook being part of the starting five has helped. As we kick off 2025, is it time for the Nuggets to make a shake up? Plus what are the New Year’s Resolutions for the Mile High Hoopers? Join Jake Shapiro now!

The Nuggets split with the Suns. Is Denver flashing some higher highs or are the flaws too glaring? Jake Shapiro goes over his naughty and nice list on the Mile High Hoops Podcast.

Jamal Murray is flashing positive signs that the Blue Arrow might be back, what are we seeing? Plus there are big trade rumors involving the Nuggets and Michael Porter Jr., are any of them appealing? Join Jake Shapiro and Will Petersen now on the Mile High Hoops Podcast!

The Nuggets clearly need to make a trade, but how much of a shakeup is required. One star NBA player that may be on the block is Jimmy Butler and his fit in Denver could be fascinating. Jake Shapiro goes over the pros and cons with the hypothetical big deal.

The Nuggets suffered losses to the NBA’s worst and best teams but Nikola Jokic rolled through the weekend. Can the three-time MVP’s historic run keep Denver as an NBA contender or are the problems exposed too deep?

The Nuggets face the NBA-best Cavaliers on Thursday, and there are all sorts of matchup problems for Denver. But Jamal Murray against Donovan Mitchell is always a show and Nikola Jokic can win any game, as proved by his efforts on Tuesday against the Warriors. Join Jake Shapiro for an update on all things Mile High Hoops.

A big Nuggets issue has been on display recently and it’s likely going to be exposed on Tuesday, what is it? Is there anything Denver can do to find more depth and will Aaron Gordon help solve that issue? What can we learn against the Nuggets next two contending opponents.

The Nuggets just played one of their worst games in years and their coach was livid. Is there something deeply wrong in Denver or can the winningest coach in team history pull them out of a recent rut?

The Nuggets return home and might get Nikola Jokic back. Denver hosts contenders soon and we’re going to learn about Michael Malone’s group. Also, the coach is about to make history and it’s worth talking about. But there’s a big injury now hanging over the Nuggets.