Welcome back to MoodSwings presented by Landmark Lincoln…your new favorite sports therapy show.
The Denver Nuggets are rolling with a 6-game win streak at the perfect time—but are they truly ready for a deep playoff run?
On this episode of Mood Swings, Liv Moods breaks down Denver’s late-season surge, their tight race with the Lakers for playoff seeding, and why defense remains the biggest concern heading into the postseason. Plus, Liv dives into the confusing “Big Val” situation, the importance of keeping Nikola Jokic fresh, and why Tim Hardaway Jr. has officially become her favorite Nugget—and a potential X-factor for a championship push.
She also tackles the ultra-tight MVP race, the impact of the 65-game rule, and why Luka Doncic might deserve the nod. Can the Nuggets’ elite offense make up for their defensive gaps? And will they prove themselves against OKC and the Spurs down the stretch?
Tap in for all the highs, lows, and emotional swings
00:00 Intro + Landmark Lincoln
00:52 Nuggets 6-game win streak & standings update
02:32 Breaking down the remaining schedule
04:15 Injury management (Aaron Gordon & Peyton Watson)
06:56 “Big Val” situation confusion
12:07 Nuggets offense vs. defense concerns
16:22 Tim Hardaway Jr. takeover
20:34 Can Denver afford to keep Tim Hardaway?
26:18 Defensive struggles vs. top teams
31:56 Can the Nuggets win it all?
36:44 MVP race gets tight
42:24 Final thoughts on playoff push 44:36 Red Bird Farms ad read
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