Welcome back to MoodSwings presented by Landmark Lincoln…your new favorite sports therapy show.
This episode dives headfirst into the drama surrounding the Denver Nuggets and their heated matchup with the reigning champs, the Oklahoma City Thunder.
From frustration over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s foul-drawing antics and Lu Dort’s controversial play on Nikola Jokić, to the growing perception that OKC might be the most unlikable team in the NBA; this one is raw. We break down the Thunder’s on-court and off-court behavior, the maturity questions, and whether their style of play is changing the game for the worse.
But it’s not just about OKC.
The Nuggets are 5-8 since Jokić’s return. Clutch time has been brutal. Effort, urgency, leadership… where is it? Liv makes the case for why letting Russell Westbrook walk was a mistake, questions whether David Adelman has the authority this roster needs, and explores whether the old Malone/Booth tension actually created a competitive edge Denver may now be missing.
Other topics:
-The impact (and uncertainty) of Aaron Gordon’s injury
-Concerns about Cam Johnson’s fit
-Paying Christian Braun vs. prioritizing Peyton Watson
-Whether Denver’s championship window is slipping away during an all-time Jokić season Is this just a rough stretch… or a culture problem?
As always, shoutout to Landmark Lincoln, proud home of Liv’s 2025 Lincoln Nautilus (SUV of the Year 😉). www.landmarklincoln.com
Drop your thoughts in the comments: Are the Thunder actually unlikable? Does Denver need a coaching shake-up? Can the Nuggets figure it out before it’s too late? We’ll reconvene Friday. 🎙️🔥
00:39 Nuggets vs Thunder Recap
03:39 Why OKC Is So Unlikable (SGA, Foul Baiting & Antics)
06:14 Lu Dort’s Dirty Play & Jokic’s Reaction
12:51 Nuggets 5–8 Since Jokic Returned
15:41 Bring Back Russell Westbrook?
20:02 Clutch Time Problems & Lack of Urgency
22:22 Cam Johnson & Aaron Gordon Concerns
27:43 Is David Adelman the Right Coach?
31:07 Booth/Malone Drama — Did It Actually Help?
37:15 Leadership & Culture Questions
46:24 Final Thoughts + What’s Next
