Mark Kiszla

David Adelman can coach. And next few weeks can put that on tape (as they say). But this team needs fresh eyes and ideas. And next coach should be entirely next GM’s call. PS: More often than not, Kroenkes have been reluctant to spend big on GM or coach.

I have been big booster of Jamal Murray since before Nuggets drafted him. But giving Murray the max extension was dumb. I wrote it ahead of time and asked Josh Kroenke if he had doubts. Firing Malone is short-term jolt. Doesn’t address or change Murray in playoff question.

Nobody was bigger booster of Michael Malone than me. But those butt hurt about the timing of his firing simply weren’t paying attention to a situation that was stale (at best) since blowing big lead to Minny in playoffs a year ago.

Interesting stuff. 2 questions: 1) Where do Pickett’s and Westbrook’s minutes fit if/when Murray returns? 2) Can DJ make same contribution on regular basis in playoffs?

Ryan Blackburn @NBABlackburn

For those that care: Left = Sunday's rotation w/Malone Right = Tonight's rotation w/Adelman https://t.co/lY4GJ9Ty60

If you can’t see a grifter right in front of you, might be a you problem.

The same national media knuckleheads that scream Nikola Jokic should demand a trade seem to be same knuckleheads that have been slow to understand why he’s best player in the world. Joker is built different. And better. He believes it’s a team game. Not all about him. Got it?

I've been a Jalen Pickett skeptic, but he made case with great game vs Kings to be backup PG when Jamal Murray returns from hamstring injury.

With big road win in Sac-town and topsy-turvy night in wild West, the Nuggets now control their own destiny? Am I right? Win out and Nuggets earn 4 seed and homecourt advantage in first round.

Rockies lose 17-2? This team ... (you fill in the blank)

Great point by Mr. Blackburn. Coaches/athletes/execs don't owe media a thing. But he's big shoutout to Michael Malone, Jared Bednar and Bud Black for treating media with respect and thoughtfully answering questions. Am I leaving any pro coach out? Well, yes. Yes I am.

Ryan Blackburn @NBABlackburn

I want to thank Michael Malone for treating me with respect every single day. I've been in the Nuggets Media room full time for six years and dating all the way back to the 2016-17 season as a sophomore at South Carolina coming back for winter break. I will miss these days.

Nuggets gotta get a W in Sac-town. Lose to the Kings and the gamble to fire Michael Malone will qualify as nothing more than cruel and unusual punishment.

My daily Nuggets playoff projection: If the move to Adelman works and they win out, No. 4 seed. But should Nuggets stumble, dangerously good chance they are 8th seed, opening the play-in tourney at ... Minnesota.

Only in my dreams. But if you wonder what I dream about ...

Ski Life @powderski

cool speed down the mogul field 🚀 https://t.co/Yoeon2G1sz

I would've given this gig to the Avalanche's coach. But that's just me.

Bleacher Report @BleacherReport

LeBron is the FIRST EVER male athlete to receive a Barbie "Kenbassador" doll 👏💯 Barbie said they are "recognizing his positive impact on culture, style, and community." 👑 (via @Barbie, @mattel) https://t.co/VKtPCW64qe

While David Adelman certainly deserves a shot, the candidates that intrigue me as next coach of Nuggets are Quin Snyder, Becky Hammon and Chauncey Billups. But you might have a better idea. Your thoughts? Please. And thanks.

I cheer for the best story rather than root for your fave team. Oh, my. Hoping for what would be a very cool story.

x - Colorado Avalanche @Avalanche

Gabriel Landeskog has been loaned to the Colorado Eagles (AHL) on a conditioning assignment. https://t.co/FgEu05vIiY

Strikeout plagued Rockies hit neither to contact nor with home run power. That’s unforgivable sin in Coors Field.