This episode was recorded live from the DNVR Bar on the corner of Colfax and York st. in Denver, CO. Adam Mares and George Karl field questions from a live audience. Topics include: What Aaron Gordon brings to the Denver Nuggets How JaVale McGee became under rated The 3 referees that coach despised the most Whether or not the NBA has gotten soft And much more. Presented with limited commercial interruption thanks to DraftKings Sportsbook.

In this episode, George Karl explains how the trade deadline can create tension inside of an NBA locker room. Topics include: The relationship between players and fans on social media How common is it for players to check their phones at halftime? What is it like for a coach when a new player arrives? What do the Nuggets need at the trade deadline? Ranking Denver's guards in terms of value Aaron Gordon, Lonzo Ball, Harrison Barnes Michael Porter Jr.'s progress

George Karl and Adam Mares breakdown Nikola Jokic's MVP-caliber play, Jamal Murray's hot shooting streak, and Michael Porter Jr. learning to fit into his role on the Denver Nuggets. Coach Karl also shares some insight into what it is like to participate in NBA all-star weekend, talks about some of his favorite stories from those events, and what things Jokic can take away from being around the other great players in the league. Lastly, coach Karl looks back at his time coaching Carmelo...

In this episode, Adam Mares & George Karl cover a wide range of Denver Nuggets topics, including: Coaching against friends and enemies Forward thinking and keeping the offense fresh RJ Hampton and Zeke Nnaji's opportunity and approach High IQ players and flow basketball Looking back at Nene as a Denver Nuggets

In this episode, coach George Karl explains to Adam Mares why the Denver Nuggets have a psychological advantage over the Utah Jazz that comes from something beyond just beating them in their most recent game or coming back from down 3-1 in their last playoff series. Plus, the two discuss Jokic's level of play so far this season, what is different about his approach, and why Quin Snyder tried out such a bold strategy against the Nuggets. Plus, thoughts on how MIchael Porter Jr. is handling...

In this episode of the Keeping it 1000 podcast with Adam Mares and George Karl, we examine the balance a coach must strike between giving a player confidence and forcing players to earn your trust. Other topics include: Should a coach consult with their star player about rotations and lineups? Is a shakeup to the starting lineup in order? What has gone wrong with the Nuggets so far? Why having so many young players (even those who aren't playing) likely stunted the team's...

The Keeping it 1000 podcast is back and so is George Karl! This season we will be bringing you new episodes every other week with insights from former Denver Nuggets head coach George Karl. Today's topics include: What is being lost in the era of load management Home court advantage without fans Nikola Jokic's impressive first 6 games of the season Michael Porter Jr and theoretical upside vs. reality Jamal Murray playing alongside Facundo Campazzo Whether or not James Harden should be a...

In this season finale of the Keeping it 1000 podcast, George Karl joins Adam Mares to recap Denver's season and to talk about his big takeaways from their playoff run and observations about the team trying to go from fringe contender to NBA championship. How success breeds arrogance in the NBA The important alignment between the Owner, GM, and Coach Do the Kroenkes want to win? How agents affect free agency How important are things like training facilities, medical staffs, etc. What...

In this episode, Adam Mares is joined by George Karl to discuss the first 3 games of the Western Conference Finals and why George Karl believes the Denver Nuggets can win game 4 and the series. Topics include: Jerami Grant utilizing his athleticism Can the Lakers' zone work again? Can the Nuggets wear the Lakers down? Why the series could come down to the role players Which team is facing the most pressure?

In this episode, George Karl sits down with Adam Mares to discuss his perspective on Denver's playoff series win over the Denver Nuggets. Topics include: Jokic's calmness and ability to control the game Jamal Murray impacting the game without scoring The value of playoff experience Jokic and Murray becoming stars and gaining notoriety The game plan against the Lakers Denver's chances to win an NBA championship this year

In this episode, George Karl sits down with Adam Mares to share his thoughts on the second round playoff series between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Clippers. Topics include: Can Nikola Jokic be the best player in this series? Has he beens so far? The Clippers' strategy in the 4th quarter Why don't the Nuggets get to the foul line more? Game 4 adjustments Michael Porter Jr.'s upside as a defender

In this episode, George Karl shares his thoughts on the Denver Nuggets' first round series win over the Utah Jazz and helps preview the upcoming series against the Los Angeles Clippers. Topics include: What adjustments allowed for the Denver Nuggets to get back into this series? Has your impression of Jamal Murray changed over the course of this series? Was Nikola Jokic under-appreciated in this series? Grading Jerami Grant and Michael Porter Jr. in the series What are the battlegrounds...

In this episode, George Karl shares his perspective on the challenges facing the Denver Nuggets through three games of their first round playoff series with the Utah Jazz. Topics include: The complicated identity of the Denver Nuggets inside the bubble Adjustments he would make to the starting lineup Playing small Playing big How much of coaching is understanding player psychology? Why blowout losses, even in the playoffs, are rarely as bad as they seem You can catch coach Karl on the...

In this episode, George Karl shares his thoughts on the keys to the Utah Jazz vs. Denver Nuggets first round playoff series. Topics include: Whether or not he agrees with teams resting starters down the stretch of the seeding round How an NBA coaching staff prepares for the playoffs Denver's strengths against Utah Jamal Murray's role and responsibility Nikola Jokic's role and responsibility Denver's X-factor Utah's strength against Denver The loss of Mike Conley The importance of game 1

In the first episode of this limited run show, Adam Mares and George Karl discuss recent trends in the NBA, the challenges NBA coaches are facing with a short training camp and unique variables inside the NBA bubble, and a variety of topics surrounding the Denver Nuggets. Timestamps 7:30 - What would you change about the modern NBA game? 12:00 - Comparing the challenge of regrouping inside of the bubble with the 2002 FIBA World Championship 17:00 - What is a coach trying to accomplish in a...

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