Notebook: On how this playoffs may force the Nuggets to become the best version of themselves

In this notebook edition of the podcast, Adam Mares shares his detailed notes on game 1 of the Blazers-Nuggets series. Topics include:

• The difficulties of guarding Portland's high ball screens


• The similarities between this series and last year's series against Utah


• What the Nuggets need from Aaron Gordon


• The key stretch that cost the Nuggets the game


• How the Nuggets may be moving toward the best use of Michael Porter Jr.

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