The Denver Nuggets desperately needed a positive performance yesterday, and they got it. Cam Johnson shined in a more aggressive role. Christian Braun played a great two-way game vs Kevin Durant, and the Nuggets defeated the Rockets in a 36-point blowout win. The Nuggets defense showcased some backbone, but is it enough to signal the Nuggets are “back” to normal? Absolutely not, but it still felt great for Nuggets fans in attendance.

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets big win over the Houston Rockets, showcasing an aggressive Cam Johnson, impressive Christian Braun, and a strong Nuggets defense Ryan discusses the win, if it was a blip on the radar or a sign of improvement, and previews tonight’s game s San Antonio Spurs.

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