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Basketball in the MountainsThe Jazz make stunning all-in move for Jaren Jackson Jr.! Analyzing the full trade and what it means for Utah's future in the West (with Chandler Holt) | Episode 64Tyler King is back with another episode of Basketball in the Mountains!We're back for an emergency-ish edition after the Jazz's stunning trade for Jaren Jackson Jr. Chandler Holt from KSL Sports is back to talk through all of the angles of the deal, including how JJJ fits in with Utah's core of Keyonte George, Lauri Markkanen and Walker Kessler from an on-court basketball fit, as well as financially.They also talk through how important the rest of the season is for the Jazz, not just in terms of keeping their top-8 protected...
2026-02-0432 minBasketball in the MountainsTakeaways from the first meeting between the Denver Nuggets and OKC Thunder this season. Plus, Jamal Murray and Devin Booker named NBA All-Stars! | Episode 63Tyler King is back with another episode of Basketball in the Mountains.First, Tyler gives his takeaways from getting to see the first matchup of the season between the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder, the two teams with the best odds to win the NBA Championship.Tyler talks Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's big night and why he always gets up for games in Denver, plus the role players that will play a role in future matchups.Then, he breaks down the All-Star reserves, led by Jamal Murray's well-deserved first selection and Devin Booker's latest...
2026-02-0328 minBasketball in the MountainsArizona reaches historic 21-0 mark after win at BYU! Plus, Nikola Jokic returns in Nuggets' win over Clippers (with Adam Green) | Episode 52Tyler King is back with another edition of Basketball in the Mountains!This week, Tyler is joined by Adam Green from Wildcat Radio 2.0 and AZ Desert Swarm to talk all things Arizona after the team's big road win at BYU earlier this week that takes Tommy Lloyd's team to 21-0 on the season.Tyler and Adam talk through all the key pieces on the Arizona team, led by star freshmen Brayden Burries and Koa Peat.Then, Tyler breaks down Nikola Jokic's return from a 16-game absence, leading the Nuggets to an important win...
2026-01-3139 minBasketball in the MountainsWhat does Peyton Watson's breakout season mean for his future with the Nuggets? Plus, Michael Porter Jr.'s return to Denver highlights upcoming homestand (with Vinny Benedetto) | Episode 61Tyler King is back with another solo edition of Basketball in the Mountains!This week, Tyler is joined by Denver Gazette Nuggets beat writer Vinny Benedetto to talk through the team's continued solid stretch without Nikola Jokic, led by Peyton Watson's breakout season. The guys discuss the most impressive aspect of the 23-year-old's game and the increasingly difficult challenge of trying to retain him as a restricted free agent this summer.Then, they preview the upcoming homestand in Denver that features visits by the top two teams in each conference, the Pistons and the Thunder...
2026-01-2731 minBasketball in the MountainsNikola Jokic is an All-Star starter (again) as the Nuggets keep winning, Jalen Green's imminent return to the Suns and college hoops takeaways! | Episode 60Tyler King is back with another solo edition of Basketball in the Mountains!After the announcement of the NBA All-Star starters, Tyler starts with the latest honor for Nikola Jokic as the Nuggets star ties Alex English for the most All-Star appearances in franchise history while discussing Denver's continued success without the star center in the lineup.Then, he moves on to the Suns, who have won two straight and are set to get Jalen Green back this week as Phoenix remains firmly in the top half of the Western Conference.Finally, Tyler...
2026-01-2030 minBasketball in the MountainsGrand Canyon can make statement vs. No. 23 Utah State in important Mountain West clash (with Brennan Williams) | Episode 59Tyler King is back with another episode of Basketball in the Mountains, this time to preview an important Mountain West showdown in the desert between Grand Canyon and No. 23 Utah State.Brennan Williams from Go Lopes Radio joins for an in-depth preview of Saturday's game at GCU Arena and how Grand Canyon can bounce back from a midweek loss at New Mexico against the top team in the Mountain West.Tyler and Brennan break down the Lopes and Aggies on both sides of the ball, touching on the key players and factors heading into the...
2026-01-1640 minBasketball in the MountainsNuggets are surviving without Nikola Jokic thanks to Peyton Watson and others, the Suns keep winning and plenty of college hoops takeaways! | Episode 58Tyler King is back with another edition of Basketball in the Mountains after a fun slate of games across the time zone this past weekend.We start in the NBA, where the Nuggets have won 3 of their last 4 without Nikola Jokic as Denver continues to keep pace despite multiple key injuries. Peyton Watson's breakout season also continues as he was named Western Conference Player of the Week for his efforts in the recent wins, including a pair over the 76ers and Celtics to cap the two-week East Coast swing.Tyler continues with the Suns, who...
2026-01-1333 minBasketball in the MountainsArizona, BYU and Colorado grab wins in Big 12 openers! Plus, more takeaways from fun Saturday across college basketball | Episode 57Tyler King is back for a solo edition of Basketball in the Mountains with a complete recap of a fun Saturday slate of college hoops in the MT time zone.He starts in the Big 12, where Arizona took care of business against Utah in Salt Lake City and Colorado picked up an important road win at Arizona State. The Wildcats remain unbeaten at 14-0 thanks to a balanced effort against the Utes, while the Buffs got their first road win since March 2024 thanks to a gritty performance in their conference opener.Also in the Big 12...
2026-01-0430 minBasketball in the MountainsJazz win surprise back-to-back over two of the best teams in the NBA! Plus, should Keyonte George be the frontrunner for Most Improved Player? (with Chandler Holt) | Episode 56Tyler King is back of another NBA Mondays edition of Basketball in the Mountains, this one focused solely on the Utah Jazz and the big wins over the Pistons and Spurs in a back-to-back this past weekend. Tyler is joined by Chandler Holt of KSL Sports to break down the two wins, which were once again fueled by the duo of Keyonte George and Lauri Markkanen. Tyler and Chandler talk through Keyonte's leap specifically and whether or not his impressive third season is enough for him to be the frontrunner for the league's Most Improved Player award.
2025-12-2932 minBasketball in the MountainsTakeaways from Nuggets' two games against the Rockets and the state of the Western Conference playoff race (with Troy Finnegan) | Episode 55Tyler King is joined by Troy Finnegan for a breakdown of the Nuggets' two games against the Rockets last week and how it affects their view of Denver heading into the week of Christmas.Tyler and Troy discuss Peyton Watson's emergence as a key contributor in the starting lineup, as well as Cam Johnson's hot shooting in the last month.They also discuss how a potential playoff matchup against Houston would look and the state of the Western Conference playoff race ahead of a loaded slate of games on Christmas Day.Make sure...
2025-12-2440 minBasketball in the MountainsColorado State and Utah State kick off Mountain West play with epic showdown. Plus, where the conference stands after nonconference play (with Patrick Mayhorn) | Episode 54Tyler King is joined by Patrick Mayhorn from The Aggship for a preview of Saturday's exciting Mountain West opener between Colorado State and Utah State, arguably the two best teams in the conference at this point of the season.Patrick talks through the Aggies' 9-1 start and who has impressed the most for this relatively new-look roster under second-year coach Jerrod Calhoun.Tyler and Patrick talk about the matchup between the Rams' red hot offense and the Aggies' much improved defense and what the difference in the game might end up being.Finally...
2025-12-1925 minBasketball in the MountainsArizona keeps No. 1 ranking after record 5th ranked win in first 9 games. Is 20-0 on the table for the Wildcats? (with Caleb Wilfinger) | Episode 53Tyler King is back for another episode of Basketball in the Mountains and this one is all about the No. 1 team in the country, the Arizona Wildcats. Tommy Lloyd's team moved to 9-0 with a 21-point win over Alabama in Birmingham this past weekend, a record 5th ranked win in a team's first 9 games.PicksWise deputy editor Caleb Wilfinger joins the show for an in-depth look at this Arizona team, starting with freshman guard Brayden Burries' best game as a Wildcat. Tyler and Caleb debate whether or not Arizona has the best starting five in...
2025-12-1637 minBasketball in the MountainsJamal Murray looks like an All-Star as Nuggets keep rolling on the road and Jordan Ott's case for Coach of the Year as Suns keep surprising. Plus, some college hoops takeaways | Episode 52Tyler King is back for another edition of Basketball in the Mountains following the Nuggets' 3-0 road trip to the east coast where Jamal Murray was the star, becoming the first Denver player not named Nikola Jokic to win a player of the week award since Paul Millsap in 2018. Tyler talks through Jamal's impressive start to the season and goes over his initial All-Star teams in both conferences, including Murray as a representative in the West.Then, Tyler talks about another impressive and unexpected win for the Suns, this one on the road against the Timberwolves as...
2025-12-1129 minBasketball in the MountainsColorado, Colorado State set for epic showdown at Moby Arena in nonconference game both teams need to win (with DNVR's Justin Michael) | Episode 51Tyler King is joined once again by Justin Michael from DNVR for a preview of Saturday's Rocky Mountain Showdown on the hardwood!Coming off a pair of important wins over Wichita State and South Florida in the Bahamas, Colorado State (6-2) plays host to unbeaten Colorado (8-0) in front of a sold-out crowd at Moby Arena at 3 p.m. on CBSSN.It's the first time the two programs have met in Fort Collins since the instant classic two seasons ago that featured two teams that went on to win games in the NCAA Tournament and...
2025-12-0528 minBasketball in the MountainsNuggets drop 4th straight at home! How Denver is managing injury woes with important stretch ahead (with Vinny Benedetto) | Episode 50Tyler King is joined by Denver Gazette beat writer Vinny Benedetto after the Nuggets' fourth straight home loss, the longest since Nikola Jokic became a regular starter, that featured continued defensive struggles for the team since Aaron Gordon's injury. Tyler and Vinny talk about Spencer Jones and Peyton Watson, the key players in bigger roles in the absence of Gordon and Christian Braun, and how Denver can navigate an important stretch ahead as the race for the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference continues to heat up. They also discuss Cam Johnson's progress in his...
2025-12-0230 minBasketball in the MountainsAce Bailey showing signs of progress in Jazz starting lineup. Plus, Arizona looks like the No. 1 team in the country after UConn win (with Chandler Holt) | Episode 49Tyler King is joined by Chandler Holt from KSL Sports for a discussion on Jazz rookie Ace Bailey and the signs of progress he's shown since being inserted into Utah's starting lineup. Tyler and Chandler also touch on some other key figures from the Jazz's first month of the season, including Keyonte George and Kyle Filipowski. Then, Tyler gets Chandler's thoughts on seeing BYU star freshman AJ Dybansta in person before Tyler wraps up the show by discussing Arizona's move up to No. 2 in the AP poll and the Wildcats' case as the top team...
2025-11-2437 minBasketball in the MountainsNikola Jokic’s ridiculous start has the Nuggets exactly where we thought they’d be. Plus, Suns’ winning streak finally ends and Jazz win 2OT thriller | Episode 48Tyler King is back for a solo episode on another edition of NBA Mondays on Basketball in the Mountains! First up: The numbers behind Nikola Jokic's ridiculous start to the season, why he should be the MVP frontrunner and how it's fueled the Nuggets' impressive 10-2 record.Next: The Suns' winning streak finally comes to an end after brutal home loss to Hawks, but Devin Booker's impressive start and production from role players still give plenty of reason for optimism in Phoenix.Finally: The Jazz win a double-overtime thriller against the Bulls, led...
2025-11-1724 minBasketball in the MountainsColorado assistant coach Nate Tomlinson joins the show to preview Buffs vs. Providence! Plus, more big nonconference tests for Arizona and BYU this weekend | Episode 47Tyler King is joined by Colorado assistant coach Nate Tomlinson for an inside look at the Buffaloes' 2-0 start and a preview of Friday night's game against Providence. Tomlinson is a former standout player for head coach Tad Boyle now in his second stint as an assistant coach with the program, coming from Providence where he spent the last few years. He gives his thoughts on impressive starts by freshman guard Isaiah Johnson and sophomore forward Sebastian Rancik before detailing what will decide this week's important nonconference matchup against a talented Friars team. Then, Tyler previews some...
2025-11-1324 minBasketball in the MountainsJalen Green, Walker Kessler injuries derail encouraging starts for both Phoenix Suns and Utah Jazz | Episode 46Tyler King is back talking about the NBA for a solo episode breaking down key recent injuries to both the Suns and the Jazz. First, Jalen Green's promising start to his career in Phoenix is abruptly halted after just five quarters as he reaggravated a right hamstring injury Saturday night against the Clippers which came just a few days after his exciting debut with the team. Tyler discusses what's next for the Suns as they likely will be without Green once again for the next few weeks. Then, we move over to Utah where Walker Kessler will miss remainder...
2025-11-1121 minBasketball in the MountainsDenver coach Tim Bergstraser joins the show! Pioneers' tough nonconference schedule to begin new era, plus move to WCC coming next summer | Episode 45Tyler King is joined by Denver coach Tim Bergstraser after his Division-I head coaching debut. The Pioneers are in Seattle this week for a pair of games to begin Bergstraser's tenure after he was hired away from D-II Minnesota State-Moorhead in the offseason. Coach Bergstraser talks about what he's hoping to see from his new-look group during a grueling nonconference schedule that features just one home game before December and multiple games against high-major programs. Then, Tyler and Tim talk about DU's move to the WCC, which was announced last week. The move next summer signals a big jump...
2025-11-0620 minBasketball in the Mountains2025-26 Season Preview: Colorado Buffaloes hoping to take step forward with solid group of returners and impressive freshman class (with Oliver Hayes) | Episode 44The college basketball season is here! Tyler King wraps up his 2025-26 season preview series with the Colorado Buffaloes. Oliver Hayes from 247sports joins to preview Tad Boyle's 16th season in Boulder. After finishing last in Big 12 a year ago, the Buffs are hoping to take a step forward thanks to a strong group of returning players, plus an intriguing freshman class. Tyler and Oliver break down what to expect from the key returners and who among the freshmen will make an instant impact this season before diving into the highlights of the nonconference schedule and what CU needs...
2025-11-0335 minBasketball in the Mountains2025-26 Season Preview: Excitement remains for Grand Canyon as Bryce Drew, Lopes enter first year in the Mountain West (with Brennan Williams) | Episode 43Tyler King continues his 2025-26 season preview series with the newcomer to the Mountain West, Grand Canyon. Brennan Williams from Go Lopes Radio joins the show for an in-depth look at coach Bryce Drew's latest team. GCU has made the NCAA Tournament in four of the last five seasons since Drew took over, but making the leap up from the WAC is the program's latest challenge. It's a new-look roster in Phoenix as the Lopes will have to try to find a way to get back to March Madness after losing all five starters and investing heavily in transfer...
2025-10-3128 minBasketball in the Mountains2025-26 Season Preview: Ali Farokhmanesh era begins at Colorado State as deep Rams team hopes to compete near the top of the Mountain West again (with DNVR's Justin Michael) | Episode 42Tyler King continues his 2025-26 college hoops season preview series with Colorado State. Justin Michael from DNVR Rams joins the show to talk about the excitement heading into Ali Farokhmanesh's first year as the program's head coach before diving into the new-look roster that features several intriguing transfers that could become key players around returners Rashaan Mbemba and Kyle Jorgensen. Finally, they lay out the key games in the nonconference schedule and what this CSU team needs to accomplish before Mountain West play begins in late December. Make sure to catch up with previous season preview episodes to get...
2025-10-3023 minBasketball in the Mountains2025-26 Season Preview: Back near the top of the Mountain West, Utah State looking to build off strong first season under coach Jerrod Calhoun (with Jason Walker) | Episode 41Tyler King continues his 2025-26 college hoops season preview series with the Utah State. Jason Walker from Cache Valley Dailey and 106.9 the Fan in Logan joins the show for an in-depth look at the Aggies heading into year two under coach Jerrod Calhoun. Utah State is coming off a 26-win season and another NCAA Tournament appearance and the program is once again one of the favorites in the Mountain West thanks to a strong group of returners and intriguing newcomers. Tyler and Jason break down the roster before getting into the nonconference schedule and what the Aggies need to...
2025-10-2923 minBasketball in the Mountains2025-26 Season Preview: AJ Dybantsa era gives BYU a national spotlight and sky high expectations for year two under coach Kevin Young (with KSL's Sean Walker) | Episode 40Tyler King is joined by Sean Walker from KSL Sports for one of the most anticipated episodes of the 2025-26 college hoops season preview series: the BYU Cougars. After making the Sweet 16 last season, expectations have been raised even further under coach Kevin Young as potential No. 1 NBA Draft pick AJ Dybantsa has arrived for likely his lone season in Provo. That, plus the return of leading scorer Richie Saunders has BYU near the top of a loaded Big 12 conference heading into the season. Because of that, the Cougars have one of the most exciting nonconference schedules in the...
2025-10-2830 minBasketball in the Mountains2025-26 Season Preview: Boise State quickly retools for another season with high expectations under coach Leon Rice (with BNN's Nathan Carroll) | Episode 39To continue the 2025-26 college hoops season preview Tyler King is joined by Nathan Carroll from Bronco Nation News for a look at Boise State entering year 16 under coach Leon Rice. Despite the loss of the program's all-time leading scorer, Tyson Degenhart, as well as veteran point guard Alvaro Cardenas, the Broncos have quickly retooled to be one of the preseason favorites in the Mountain West. Tyler and Nathan talk about the mix of productive returners and intriguing newcomers before taking a look at the nonconference slate and what Boise State needs to show before Mountain West play begins...
2025-10-2722 minBasketball in the Mountains2025-25 Season Preview: Exciting season awaits Utah Runnin' Utes with first-year coach Alex Jensen and new-look roster (with KSL's Steve Bartle) | Episode 38Tyler King is joined by KSL Sports' Steve Bartle for an in-depth look at the Utah Runnin' Utes as part of the continued 2025-25 college basketball season preview series on the show. Steve gives a look at what first-year coach Alex Jensen and a pair of veteran players had to say earlier this week at Big 12 media days in Kansas City before sharing some insight on how the Utes looked in their first exhibition game earlier this month. Then, Steve gives some other key newcomers to watch before discussing the early part of Utah's schedule, which features a handful...
2025-10-2422 minBasketball in the MountainsComplete Denver Nuggets season preview! Is it NBA championship or bust for the best team of the Nikola Jokic era? (with Vinny Benedetto) | Episode 37Tyler King is joined by Denver Gazette colleague Vinny Benedetto to do a complete Nuggets season preview less than a week from the 2025-26 opener. They discuss whether or not this is the most talented and deepest team of the Nikola Jokic era and whether or not that has raised the expectations in the Mile High City after back-to-back exits in Game 7 of the second round. They go through each member of the starting lineup and how they fit into coach David Adelman's plans, as well as the key players off the bench. ...
2025-10-1738 minBasketball in the MountainsNuggets, Suns & Jazz Over/Unders, plus other favorite NBA bets (with Caleb Wilfinger) | Episode 36Tyler King is joined by Caleb Wilfinger from PicksWise for a gambling-centric preview of the three NBA teams in the Mountain time zone. Tyler and Caleb talk through the over/under win totals for the Nuggets, Suns and Jazz, giving their thoughts on each team as a whole in the process. Then, they discuss some potential awards bets, most notably Nikola Jokic's chances to win a fourth MVP. Finally, Caleb gives a few college teams he's looking forward to watching in the upcoming season. Make sure to keep up with our season preview episodes to get ready for the...
2025-10-1543 minBasketball in the Mountains2025-26 Season Preview: Montana coach Travis DeCuire joins the show to talk all things Griz! | Episode 35Tyler King continues his 2025-26 season preview series on Basketball in the Mountains by welcoming reigning Big Sky coach of the year Travis DeCuire to the show. Montana is coming off its third trip to the NCAA Tournament under DeCuire and returns plenty of talent from last year's squad, namely leading scorer Money Williams. Coach DeCuire talks about both the returners and newcomers that make up this year's squad before discussing the challenging nonconference slate that awaits the Grizzlies before Big Sky play begins. Make sure to catch up with previous season preview episodes to get ready for the...
2025-10-1320 minBasketball in the Mountains2025-26 Season Preview: Utah Valley coach Todd Phillips joins the show to talk all things Wolverines! | Episode 34Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King continues the 2025-26 season preview series on Basketball in the Mountains with Utah Valley coach Todd Phillips. The Wolverines are coming off a WAC regular season championship and should once again be one of the favorites in their last year in the conference. Coach Phillips talks about recruiting in the transfer portal era, his new-look team and what he expects to learn about his team during a challenging nonconference schedule. Stay tuned for plenty more team-specific breakdowns leading into the start of the college basketball season next month!
2025-10-1019 minBasketball in the Mountains2025-26 Season Preview: Wyoming coach Sundance Wicks joins the show to talk all things Cowboys! | Episode 33Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King kicks off his 2025-26 season preview series with the Wyoming Cowboys. Coach Sundance Wicks joins to talk about the excitement in Laramie heading into his second season in charge of the Pokes. Before talking about the last year in the current iteration of the Mountain West, Tyler and Coach Wicks break down Wyoming's new-look roster and the Cowboys' continued commitment to being a program that develops players first and foremost. Stay tuned for plenty more team-specific breakdowns leading into the start of the college basketball season next month!
2025-10-0924 minBasketball in the MountainsWe’re back! Summer storylines catch-up: EuroBasket stars, Nuggets expectations, college teams to watch (with Troy Finnegan) | Episode 32*taps mic* Is this thing on? After a two-month break, Tyler King is back with the latest episode of Basketball in the Mountains, catching up on all of the news from the end of the summer on the hardwood, led by takeaways from EuroBasket led by Tristan da Silva taking home gold with Germany, the surprise exit in the Round of 16 by Nikola Jokic and Serbia, as well as Lauri Markkanen's return to star form with Finland. Then, Tyler and Troy Finnegan from ClutchPoints discuss the biggest storylines for...
2025-09-2336 minBasketball in the MountainsNorthern Colorado coach Steve Smiley joins the show to talk all things Bears basketball! | Episode 31Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King is joined by Northern Colorado coach Steve Smiley to talk all things Bears basketball. They discuss UNC's regular season Big Sky championship from a season ago, how that momentum has carried over this summer, a pair of former players participating in NBA Summer League and the program's upcoming trip to Portugal. Go to uncbears.com to secure tickets and stay up to date with all things Northern Colorado sports and make sure to subscribe to the podcast to never miss an episode!Tyler's Twitter: https://x.com...
2025-07-2528 minBasketball in the MountainsNBA Summer League takeaways! Nique Clifford shines, Utah Jazz sophomores impress, DaRon Holmes looks the part for the Nuggets and more (with Troy Finnegan) | Episode 30Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King is joined by Troy Finnegan of ClutchPoints to give their takeaways from 2025 NBA Summer League action. They start off with former Colorado State star Nique Clifford, who has been one of the MVPs in Las Vegas as the go-to player for the unbeaten Sacramento Kings. Then, they discuss the loaded Utah Jazz roster that is headlined by Kyle Filipowski's breakout summer and Cody Williams' steady progress as the top sophomores on the team. They also talk about DaRon Holmes' return from an Achilles injury and the progress he's made over the past...
2025-07-1846 minBasketball in the MountainsNuggets own start to free agency with MPJ for Cam Johnson trade, Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway Jr. signings and more (with Vinny Benedetto) | Episode 29Tyler King is joined by Denver Gazette colleague to break down the Nuggets' impressive start to free agency, headlined by the trade that sends Michael Porter Jr. and a future draft pick to the Brooklyn Nets for sharpshooter Cam Johnson. Denver also brought back fan favorite Bruce Brown on a minimum contract and added veteran wing Tim Hardaway Jr., also on a minimum deal. The guys also broke down the trade that sends Dario Saric to the Sacramento Kings for veteran center Jonas Valanciunas before discussing what more the new-look front office could do in the days and weeks...
2025-07-0139 minBasketball in the MountainsJazz call their shot and take Ace Bailey at No. 5 in NBA Draft. Plus, Utah moves up to grab Walter Clayton Jr. and Suns land Khaman Maluach at No. 10 (with Jason Walker) | Episode 28Tyler King is joined by Jason Walker from the Cache Valley Dailey and the Full Court Press on 106.9 in Logan to break down the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft, which was headlined by the Jazz's decision to go against Ace Bailey's reported desires and bring the Rutgers star to Utah as the potential face of the franchise. They talk about Bailey's fit on a young roster and how he can change the perception he doesn't want to be in Salt Lake City. Then, they discuss Utah's decision to move up three spots in the middle of the first...
2025-06-2645 minBasketball in the MountainsThe start of the Alex Jensen era for the Utah Runnin' Utes (with Steve Bartle) | Episode 27Tyler King is joined by Utah beat writer Steve Bartle from KSL sports to talk all things Runnin' Utes, who are in their first offseason with new head coach Alex Jensen, the program legend who will always be remembered for his contributions to the 1998 team that made the national championship game. Tyler and Steve discuss the revitalized fan base in Salt Lake City and how that has propelled a flurry of interesting transfer portal additions that should set Utah up for immediate success in Jensen's first season back with the Utes.
2025-06-2341 minBasketball in the MountainsEMERGENCY Pod: Kevin Durant traded to the Rockets, Suns get underwhelming return headlined by Jalen Green | Episode 26The Kevin Durant trade saga has finally reached its conclusion and Tyler King is back to break it all down on the latest episode of Basketball in the Mountains. He breaks down Phoenix's return for KD from the Houston Rockets, which includes Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and the No. 10 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. He discusses why this feels like such an underwhelming haul for one of the all-time great players, whose tenure in Phoenix ends after a little over two years and just one appearance past the first round of the playoffs. Tyler then gives some of...
2025-06-2326 minBasketball in the MountainsKevin Durant is still a Sun... for now. Plus, early impressions of Jordan Ott and draft targets for Phoenix (with Erik Ruby) | Episode 25Tyler King is joined by Erik Ruby from PHNX Sports to talk all things Phoenix Suns. They begin by discussing the ongoing Kevin Durant trade saga, whether or not the superstar will be dealt before or during next week's NBA Draft and what the Suns should be looking to get back in return. Then, they discuss the early first impression made by first time head coach Jordan Ott, who has quickly risen up the NBA ranks in recent years. Finally, they wrap by talking about some options for Phoenix in the NBA Draft from potential lottery targets, should a...
2025-06-2134 minBasketball in the MountainsNBA Draft deep dives on Carter Bryant, Nique Clifford and Egor Demin. Plus, targets for the Utah Jazz at No. 21 (with Tyler Rucker and Troy Finnegan) | Episode 24On the latest episode of Basketball in the Mountains, Tyler King is joined by Tyler Rucker from No Ceilings for NBA Draft breakdowns on the three top prospects from the MT time zone — Arizona's Carter Bryant, BYU's Egor Demin and Colorado State's Nique Clifford. They talk about how each player has done throughout the pre-draft process, how their skills will translate to an NBA role and some of the best fits for each player. Then, in Part 2, Tyler is joined once again by Troy Finnegan from ClutchPoints to continue their conversation about the top draft prospects for the Jazz, th...
2025-06-121h 05Basketball in the MountainsWho should the Utah Jazz target No. 5? Official 2025 NBA Draft Big Board reveal (with Troy Finnegan) | Episode 23Tyler King is joined by Troy Finnegan from ClutchPoints to break down all of the options for the Jazz at No. 5 overall in the 2025 NBA Draft. From VJ Edgecombe to Ace Bailey to Tre Johnson to Collin Murray-Boyles, they give their detailed evaluations of nine different prospects Utah could be considering with its highest draft pick in a decade.
2025-06-061h 24Basketball in the MountainsColorado's offseason additions so far and Tad Boyle's bet on continuity (with Oliver Hayes) | Episode 22Tyler King is joined by Oliver Hayes from BuffStampede on 247sports to talk all things Colorado Buffaloes. They discuss the two transfer portal additions so far and if either can really make a difference for a team that finished in last place in a loaded Big 12 last season. Then, they talk about the important summer ahead for the returning players and who Tad Boyle will be counting on to take a major step forward in 2025-26.
2025-06-0234 minBasketball in the MountainsSuns narrow coaching search, looming decisions on Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal set tone for interesting offseason in Phoenix (with Trevor Booth) | Episode 21On the latest episode of Basketball in the Mountains, Tyler King is joined by Trevor Booth from Bright Side of the Sun to discuss Phoenix's coaching search seemingly approaching an end with some interesting names still in the mix. Then, they preview what will be a very important first offseason for new GM Brian Gregory that starts with the looming decisions on both Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal. Finally, they wrap up with how the Suns can try to retool and rebuild around Devin Booker and give their thoughts on what the star guard's future could be in the...
2025-05-3122 minBasketball in the MountainsNuggets eliminated by OKC Thunder, David Adelman has interim tag removed, Josh Kroenke's press conference and a Denver offseason primer (with Vinny Benedetto) | Episode 20Tyler King is joined by Denver Gazette colleague Vinny Benedetto to recap the Nuggets' blowout loss to the Thunder in Game 7 of the second round and preview the offseason ahead in Denver. They talk about the team's shortcomings in the series against Oklahoma City, David Adelman quickly having his interim tag removed after the season ended and Josh Kroenke's press conference that kicked off the summer for the franchise. They also discuss the open GM vacancy, some internal/external candidates and how quickly that job could be filled. Then, they look at what moves the Nuggets could make to...
2025-05-2435 minBasketball in the MountainsWhere do the Utah Jazz go after falling in NBA Draft lottery? (with KSL's Ben Anderson) | Episode 19Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King is joined by Jazz Insider Ben Anderson from KSL to talk about Utah falling to No. 5 in the NBA Draft lottery, despite having the worst record in the league this past season. From Ace Bailey to Kon Knueppel to Tre Johnson, they talk potential Jazz targets at No. 5 before taking a look at what the entire offseason has in store for Danny Ainge and the front office. They discuss Lauri Markkanen and John Collins as potential trade chips as well as the status of Utah's current crop of young players, from Walker...
2025-05-1530 minBasketball in the MountainsNuggets dominate Clippers in Game 7, advance to face OKC Thunder in round two (with Vinny Benedetto and Chris Schmaedeke) | Episode 18Tyler King is joined by Denver Gazette colleagues Vinny Benedetto and Chris Schmaedeke for the latest episode of Basketball in the Mountains to break down the Nuggets' blow out, 120-101 win over the L.A. Clippers in Game 7 that sends Nikola Jokic and company to the second round of the NBA playoffs. They discuss Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon's big roles in the series clincher and look ahead to the series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander likely winning the MVP over Jokic, OKC's impressive depth and more.
2025-05-0541 minBasketball in the MountainsNuggets-Clippers tied 1-1 heading to L.A. with Nikola Jokic vs. Kawhi Leonard at the center of the series, plus Tyler's awards picks and all-NBA teams! | Episode 17Denver Gazette sports reporter Tyler King gives his thoughts on the first two games of the opening round Western Conference playoff series between the Nuggets and the Clippers, including a battle to be the best player in the series shaping up between Nikola Jokic and Kawhi Leonard, Michael Porter Jr.'s health and Ivica Zubac's impact. Then, he gives his picks for the league's major awards, including MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, as well as his all-NBA teams.
2025-04-2335 minBasketball in the MountainsDenver Nuggets-L.A. Clippers first round NBA playoffs series preview (with Vinny Benedetto and Chris Schmaedeke) | Episode 16Tyler King is joined by Denver Gazette colleagues Vinny Benedetto and Chris Schmaedeke for a giant, Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Clippers first round playoff series preview. They break down all the key matchups that will define this 4 seed vs. 5 seed matchup in the Western Conference, including Nikola Jokic vs. Ivica Zubac, Aaron Gordon vs. Kawhi Leonard, Jamal Murray vs. James Harden, David Adelman vs. Ty Lue and so much more.
2025-04-1834 minBasketball in the MountainsDenver Nuggets SHOCK NBA world by firing Michael Malone AND Calvin Booth with 3 games left in regular season (with Troy Finnegan) | EMERGENCY Episode 15Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King is joined by Troy Finnegan of ClutchPoints for an emergency episode of Basketball in the Mountains to break down the Denver Nuggets' shocking firings of both coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth with just three games remaining in the regular season. Tyler and Troy break down the strange timing for a decision that felt imminent for a Nuggets team that has spiraled down the stretch, including a current four-game losing streak and a mysterious Jamal Murray injury that puts his status for the NBA playoffs in doubt. Then, they talk...
2025-04-0938 minBasketball in the MountainsColorado State hires Ali Farokhmanesh, BYU-Alabama and Arizona-Duke Sweet 16 previews and predictions (with Caleb Wilfinger) | Episode 14Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King talks about Colorado State coming to the logical conclusion after Niko Medved left for Minnesota by promoting Ali Farokhmanesh to head coach. Then, he's joined by Caleb Wilfinger from Pickswise to preview the two remaining mountain time zone teams in the Sweet 16. First, they preview BYU and Alabama before talking about Arizona and Duke.
2025-03-2744 minBasketball in the MountainsColorado State falls to Maryland in heartbreaking NCAA Tournament loss, Niko Medved leaves for Minnesota, Arizona and BYU advance to Sweet 16 | Episode 13Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King breaks down Colorado State's heartbreaking loss to Maryland in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, including Derik Queen's buzzer beater and the "no call" travel on the play that wiped out Jalen Lake's go-ahead 3-pointer. Then, he talks about Niko Medved quickly leaving for Minnesota, his alma mater, and who from the Rams has already and will join him in the Twin Cities. Then, Tyler recaps Arizona and BYU's wins to advance to the Sweet 16 and Donovan Dent's decision to leave New Mexico and enter the transfer portal.
2025-03-2628 minBasketball in the MountainsKyan Evans leads Colorado State to massive NCAA Tournament win over Memphis (with Kevin Lytle) | Episode 12Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King is joined by Kevin Lytle for the Fort Collins Coloradoan to talk about Colorado State's massive, 78-70 win over No. 5 seed Memphis at the NCAA Tournament. Tyler and Kevin break down what they say in person at the game in Seattle, including Kyan Evans' best performance since joining the Rams. Then, they break down New Mexico's victory over Marquette that caps a hugely successful day for the Mountain West conference. Finally, Tyler recaps Arizona's blowout win over Akron (also in Seattle) and previews the second-round matchup between the Wildcats at No. 5 seed...
2025-03-2236 minBasketball in the MountainsBYU dazzles in Denver, Utah State blown out, Colorado State-Memphis preview (March Madness Day 1 recap) | Episode 11Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King recaps day one of the NCAA Tournament, including BYU's impressive win over VCU in Denver. Tyler also recaps the rest of the action at Ball Arena, including a live reaction to the end of Michigan-UC San Diego, before talking about Utah State's disappointing, blowout loss to UCLA. Finally, he previews Friday's matchup between Colorado State and Memphis in Seattle.
2025-03-2121 minBasketball in the MountainsEpisode 10: Selection Sunday mega-recap (with Caleb Wilfinger)Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King is joined by Caleb Wilfinger from Pickswise to recap a fun Selection Sunday and give their biggest takeaways from the bracket reveal. They talk about Colorado State's draw against Memphis, with Arizona and Grand Canyon joining the Rams in Seattle. Then, they break down the eight teams coming to Denver for the first and seconds rounds, headlined by BYU.
2025-03-1755 minBasketball in the MountainsEMERGENCY Episode 9: Nique Clifford leads Colorado State to Mountain West tournament championship and trip back to the NCAA TournamentDenver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King recaps Colorado State's epic run to the Mountain West tournament championship, the Rams' first since 2003. Nique Clifford was the biggest star in Las Vegas and cemented himself as an all-time Ram with his performance. Niko Medved has now led CSU to back-to-back NCAA Tournaments and to a third appearance in the last four years. Tyler will be back with a guest later on Selection Sunday night to recap where all of the Mountain time zone teams are headed this week and preview all eight teams that are coming to Denver for the...
2025-03-1618 minBasketball in the MountainsEpisode 8: Mountain West and Big 12 tournament previews and all-conference awards (with Justin Michael and Troy Finnegan)Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King is joined by DNVR's Justin Michael to break down Colorado State's big win over Boise State to close the regular season, give their Mountain West awards and all-conference picks, as well as previewing the upcoming conference tournament. Then, Troy Finnegan from ClutchPoints comes on to preview the Big 12 tournament and who are the standouts from another exciting regular season in the conference.
2025-03-111h 10Basketball in the MountainsEpisode 7: Colorado State officially on the NCAA Tournament bubble ahead of massive road game at Boise StateDenver Gazette college sports reporter reacts to news that Colorado State is officially on the NCAA Tournament bubble, per various projections, and lays out the path for the Rams getting an at-large mid to March Madness. He also previews Friday's important road game against Boise State to close out the regular season, which would boost the tournament hopes for Niko Medved's team and ensure that they get the No. 2 seed in the upcoming Mountain West tournament.
2025-03-0720 minBasketball in the MountainsEpisode 6: Nuggets east coast road trip recap and more Suns embarrassment (with Vinny Benedetto)Tyler King is joined by Denver Gazette colleague Vinny Benedetto to talk about the Nuggets' recent road trip to the east coast, particularly the closing game against the Celtics and what they learned from the game in Boston, before discussing the next stretch of games for Denver that includes a pair of games on the road against first-place Oklahoma City. Then, Tyler and Vinny discuss yet another embarrassing loss for the Phoenix Suns, who continue to set themselves apart as arguably the bleakest situation in the NBA.
2025-03-0432 minBasketball in the MountainsEpisode 5: Utah fires Craig Smith and BYU surges in Big 12 standings (with Sean Walker)Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King is joined by Sean Walker of KSL to talk about Utah's decision to fire Craig Smith before the end of the regular season and potential coaching candidates that could help reinvigorate the Runnin' Utes program. Then, they talk about BYU's recent 5-game winning streak that has the Cougars tied for fourth in the Big 12 standings heading into the final three games of the regular season. They discuss Richie Saunders' big junior season in Provo and how first-year coach Kevin Young has found instant success leaning into making BYU a professional basketball factory.
2025-02-2741 minBasketball in the MountainsEpisode 4: We're in a new era of the Nuggets-Lakers rivalry (with Vinny Benedetto)Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King and Nuggets beat writer Vinny Benedetto break down Denver's 123-100 loss to the L.A. Lakers on Saturday night at Ball Arena. They talk about J.J. Redick's aggressive game plan that kept three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic in check throughout the game, Luka Doncic's introduction to a rivalry that the Nuggets have owned in recent years and how this game sets up a fascinating end to the regular season that could lead to another postseason meeting between Denver and L.A.
2025-02-2418 minBasketball in the MountainsEpisode 3: Utah State's continued success (with Patrick Mayhorn)Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King is joined by Patrick Mayhorn from The Aggship, the best source for Utah State athletics coverage, to talk about the Aggies' spectacular 2024-25 season so far. They discuss first-year coach Jerrod Calhoun, stars Ian Martinez and Mason Falslev and the team's outlook the rest of the regular season and heading into the Mountain West and NCAA Tournament.
2025-02-2140 minBasketball in the MountainsEpisode 2: Colorado gets first Big 12 win (with Troy Finnegan)Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King is joined by Troy Finnegan of CU Sports Report and ClutchPoints to talk about Colorado snapping its 13-game losing streak and finally winning a game in Big 12 play. They also discuss the future of the Buffaloes' program and how Tad Boyle's team could look heading into year two in the Big 12 before hitting on some of the best games to watch in the Mountain time zone this week.
2025-02-1847 minBasketball in the MountainsEpisode 1: Nuggets with Vinny Benedetto and CSU Rams with Justin MichaelIn the first episode of Basketball in the Mountains, Denver Gazette college sports reporter Tyler King is joined by Gazette colleague Vinny Benedetto to talk about the Nuggets' decision to stand pat at the trade deadline and the team's outlook heading into the All-Star break. Then, DNVR's Justin Michael joins to talk about Colorado State's big win over San Diego State that puts the Rams in sole possession of third place in the Mountain West ahead of a big-time showdown at Utah State.
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