Keeping it 1000

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Keeping it 1000, a coach's perspective and deep dive on the Denver Nuggets from legendary coach George Karl and DNVR Nuggets' own Adam Mares.

Keeping it 1000

Episodes

2021
Nikola Jokic & Carmelo Anthony
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 Anthony and discusses what could've been had Melo wanted to stay in Denver and whether he'd rather build a team around Jokic or Melo.
March 4, 2021
60 min
Basketball IQ, flow basketball, and the personality of the NBA
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
February 15, 2021
59 min
Do Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets have a psychological edge over the Utah Jazz?
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 being sent back to the bench and the slow, patient process of developing good habits. Lastly, we begin a new series where we look back at a former Nuggets player who played for George Karl here in Denver. This week we talk about Andre Miller, an under rated trash talker who combined toughness, intelligence, and unselfishness.
February 2, 2021
62 min
On the balance between players earning trust and coaches giving confidence
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 progress Whether or not coaches play favorites Re-integrating Michael Porter Jr. into the rotation Film Study: defensive breakdown against the Utah Jazz How do NBA coaches approach end of game strategy? And a whole lot more from one of the winningest coaches in NBA history.
January 20, 2021
52 min
Home court advantage, Michael Porter, and other takeaways from the first week of the season
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 trade target
January 4, 2021
48 min
2020
How do the Denver Nuggets build off of their playoff run?
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 went wrong against the Lakers? Why the NBA Finals are unique Did Michael Malone do a good job bringing MPJ along slowly? Jrue Holiday, Bradley Beal, Serge Ibaka and other free agent targets
September 30, 2020
70 min
The Western Conference Finals are up for grabs
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?
September 23, 2020
47 min
The "teamness" and connection of the Denver Nuggets
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
September 17, 2020
60 min
Can Nikola Jokic be the best player in the Nuggets-Clippers series?
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
September 8, 2020
60 min
Has your opinion of Jamal Murray changed following his fantastic performance in round one?
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 for the Nuggets in round 2 against the Los Angeles Clippers? Why Nikola Jokic can have a big series
September 2, 2020
57 min
How the Denver Nuggets can get back into this series
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 Truth + Basketball podcast And Adam Mares on the DNVR Nuggets podcast
August 22, 2020
47 min
An NBA coach's perspective on the Jazz-Nuggets series
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
August 17, 2020
62 min
Flow offense and fostering leadership
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 short training camp and the 8 seeding games? 19:00 - Flow and the relationship between offensive rhythm and defensive execution 30:30 - Fostering leadership in young players and the value of playoff experience 36:00 - Michael Porter Jr. and bringing along a talented young player on a veteran team -- Video clips available on theDNVR.com -- 42:30 - Spacing the court and playing the dunker 48:45 - C Corner and pet plays 53:15 - Defending double high screens 58:30 - Jokic defending the PnR Subscribe to the Truth + Basketball podcast Subscribe to the DNVR Nuggets Podcast Presented by Draft Kings Sportsbook
August 10, 2020
67 min
Welcome to Keeping it 1000 with George Karl
Welcome to DNVR's new show with legendary Denver Nuggets coach George Karl and Adam Mares.
August 3, 2020
2 min

Keeping it 1000

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Keeping it 1000

Episodes

Nikola Jokic & Carmelo Anthony

Basketball IQ, flow basketball, and the personality of the NBA

Do Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets have a psychological edge over the Utah Jazz?

On the balance between players earning trust and coaches giving confidence

Home court advantage, Michael Porter, and other takeaways from the first week of the season

How do the Denver Nuggets build off of their playoff run?

The Western Conference Finals are up for grabs

The "teamness" and connection of the Denver Nuggets

Can Nikola Jokic be the best player in the Nuggets-Clippers series?

Has your opinion of Jamal Murray changed following his fantastic performance in round one?

How the Denver Nuggets can get back into this series

An NBA coach's perspective on the Jazz-Nuggets series

Flow offense and fostering leadership

Welcome to Keeping it 1000 with George Karl