In this episode, George Karl shares his perspective on the Denver Nuggets 5-game series loss to the Golden State Warriors by playing a game of "True or False." Plus, how he would approach this offseason and which players he would try to trade away, which players he would listen to offers, and which players he would hang up the phone if someone called to make an offer. Plus, what does "North Carolina" basketball mean? What about Kentucky? Kansas? And more. Learn more about your ad choices....

In this episode, George Karl reflects on learning that he will enter the basketball hall of fame. Then, he shares his thoughts on the upcoming Nuggets-Warriors playoff series and gives his prediction for the outcome. Plus, what really happened with Andre Iguodala back in 2013? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Denver Nuggets have 6 games left before they head into the playoffs if they can avoid the play in tournament down the stretch? How high can they climb in the seedings and what are they looking like as the regular season comes to an end? Can this team build some momentum heading into the playoffs? Adam Mares is joined by legendary Nuggets Coach George Karl to break down everything you need to know in Nuggets Nation! Start - 0:00 Carolina in the tournament - 2:00 Biggest games for GK -...

In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares look at the upcoming challenges the Denver Nuggets will face as they try to reintegrate Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. into the rotation. Plus, updated perspective on Bones Hyland, DeMarcus Cousins, and the playoff race out west. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Karl analyzes Boogie's impact on the Denver Nuggets bench and explains why veteran players are the key to making a bench lineup work. Plus, thoughts on Bones Hyland, Bryn Forbes, Monte Morris, and Nikola Jokic. And George's perspective on being nominated for the basketball Hall of Fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares discuss the Denver Nuggets' decision to stand pat at the NBA trade deadline. Plus, notes on Kristaps Porzingis going to Washington, the James Harden-Ben Simmons swap, and the Sacramento Kings trading "potential" for proven players. Also, George opens up about being left off of the NBA's top 15 coaches of all time list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Mares and George Karl are joined by legendary Denver sports radio host Sandy Clough to discuss Nikola Jokic's 49-point game, his evolving place in Denver Sports history, and just how good he is showing us that he can be. We also talk about the prospect of adding DeMarcus Cousins and the risks/rewards he brings to the table. Lastly, we discuss the way the NBA and professional sports have changed over the last 40 years and how access to players and teams has changed in...

The KEEPING IT 1000, LEGENDS SERIES takes a historical look at the Denver Nuggets through the eyes of the star players who played for the team. In this episode, Fat Lever joins coach George Karl and Adam Mares to discuss the legendary 1985 playoff run and the team that defined the 80s in Denver. Topics include: Doug Moe's approach Playing against the Showtime Lakers The parade for the team in the 85 playoffs Triple doubles Calvin Natt, Wayne Cooper, and Michael Adams Nikola Jokic, Will...

George Karl and Adam Mares discuss the recent trends with the Denver Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Mares and George Karl discuss the first 20 games of the season for the Denver Nuggets and try to narrow down what exactly is going wrong for them this season. Topics include: The relationship between defining roles and consistency The value of road wins Is the team (and Michael Malone) using too many excuses? Was Nikola Jokic justified in retaliating against Markieff Morris the way that he did? What type of trade should the Denver Nuggets be considering? Learn...

In this episode, Steve Hess joins George Karl and Adam Mares to look back on 21 years as the strength and conditioning coach for the Denver Nuggets. Topics include: Antonio McDyess, Mike D'Antoni, and an era that never took off The arrival of Carmelo Anthony in Denver How George Karl changed the direction of the Nuggets What made Allen Iverson great? Chauncey's leadership and the 2009 run to the western conference finals Lawson, Gallo, and the 57-win Nuggets The moment Steve Hess knew...

In this episode, George Karl shares his perspective on the 4-4 start to the Denver Nuggets' season. Topics include: Michael Porter Jr.'s slow start Should Denver shake up their starting lineup? Where should the Nuggets be looking for improvement? Which teams in the NBA are most fun to watch?

Adam Mares and George Karl are joined by former Denver Nuggets legend, LaPhonso Ellis for a walk down memory lane. Phonz was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 1992 and played for rookie head coach and former Nuggets legend himself, Dan Issel. The '92 Nuggets featured 2nd year standouts, Dikembe Mutombo and Robert Pack as well as Chris Jackson (later Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf). Over the next two seasons, the team would add Bryant Stith, Reggie Williams, Brian Williams, and Rodney Rodgers creating one...

In this episode, Adam Mares is joined by legendary coach George Karl to discuss what a coach focuses on heading into an NBA training camp. The two also look at the ideal roles for each of the key pieces on the 2022 Denver Nuggets.

In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares walk through the entire history of the Denver Nuggets by asking a series of "What Ifs?" What if Bobby Jones was never traded? What if David Thompson never derailed his career with drug abuse? What if LaPhonso Ellis never got injured? What if Carmelo Anthony never left Denver? What if Anthony Davis didn't hit the game winner in game 2? Plus, a whole lot more. 

In this Nuggets Legends edition of the Keeping it 1000 podcast, George Karl and Adam Mares are joined by Kenneth Faried to look back on the Manimal's first two seasons in the NBA. Topics include: Playing for George Karl The 7-game series against the Lakers in 2012 The magical 2013 season The Brian Shaw era Playing alongside Nikola Jokic and why they had chemistry on "day 1."

In this episode, George Karl joins Adam Mares live in studio to discuss the moves the Denver Nuggets made in free agency, why George thinks Kenyon Martin would make a great basketball coach, and the rule changes we'd like to see implemented in the NBA. We also discuss his recent comments about Carmelo Anthony on twitter and George's appreciation for truth even when it can be seen as adversarial.

George Karl and Adam Mares are back in studio at the DNVR bar to discuss their takeaways from the NBA Finals. Topics include: The fans in Milwaukee Why Giannis is coach Karl's favorite active player Jrue Holiday's impact Who is the next big impact player available? Replacing Wes Unseld How will we know if the Kroenkes are serious about winning? Is Giannis' championship worth a bit more than a championship on a superteam?

In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares are joined by Denver Nuggets legend, Alex English. Topics include: Nikola Jokic's MVP season The fragmented history and tradition of the Denver Nuggets Differences between the NBA in the 1980s and today The mid-range game What made Doug Moe the right coach for the Nuggets The evolution of Denver Nuggets fans

Adam Mares and George Karl discuss their takeaways from Nikola Jokic's impressive game 6 closeout of the Portland Trail Blazers and preview the key battlegrounds in the Nuggets-Suns series.

In this episode, George Karl shares his notes on the Nuggets-Blazers series, why the Norman Powell-Michael Porter matchup is at the heart of the series, and what he is looking for in games 5-7.

Live from the DNVR Nuggets YouTube channel, George Karl and Adam Mares discuss the keys to the Nuggets-Blazers round-one series. Topics include: Why coach Karl has confidence in Nikola Jokic to be the best player in the series What he expects from Michael Porter Jr. How he would handle the return of Will Barton and/or PJ Dozier The impact fans will have on the series The role players that he thinks will be the x-factor in the series Plus, coach Karl puts some historical context on...

In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares take listener mailbag questions and discuss the important topics surrounding the Denver Nuggets. Topics include: The ways that the Nuggets are better without Jamal Murray The challenge the Lakers and Clippers present to the Nuggets Why Jokic is this eras Tim Duncan Which former hall of fame big man would make the best mentor for Nikola Jokic How to handle the return of Monte Morris and Will Barton Whether or not Facu will be "exposed" in the...

In this episode, George Karl and Adam Mares discuss the fallout from Jamal Murray's ACL injury, Aaron Gordon's integration into the Denver Nuggets' system, Nikola Jokic's MVP case, and the rise of Michael Porter Jr.