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Mile High Hoops with Zach Bye

104.3 The Fan's Zach Bye analyzes all of the latest happenings with the Denver Nuggets, the NBA and the Colorado basketball scene.
June 2, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 06.02.23

The Nuggets are now just three wins from their first ever NBA Championship after taking down the Heat in Game One of the NBA Finals. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the show.   (16:56)
May 31, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.31.23

A more in depth preview of the NBA Finals and Zach jumped back on ESPN Radio with Harry and Fitz to preview Nuggets-Heat.   (29:36)
May 30, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.30.23

The NBA Finals are set after the Heat beat up on the Celtics on Game 7 out East. Zach Bye is here to preview the series.   (16:06)
May 23, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.23.23

The Nuggets have secured their first trip to the NBA Finals after a sweep of the hated Lakers. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the show.   (29:27)
May 22, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.22.23

The Nuggets are one win away from their first ever trip to the NBA Finals after beating the Lakers in Game 3 on Saturday night. Zach Bye is here to break it all down on the latest show.   (29:25)
May 19, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.19.23

Zach Bye is back to break down the Nuggets wild come from behind win over the Lakers in Game Two of the Western Conference Finals. Stick around at the end to hear Zach join Jason Fitz and Harry Douglas on ESPN Radio to give the Denver perspective of the series.   (38:25)
May 17, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.17.23

The Nuggets are now three wins away from their first ever NBA Finals after a wild Game One win over the Lakers on Tuesday. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest show.   (24:28)
May 16, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.16.23

Previewing the Nuggets most anticipated playoff series of all time against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers.   (19:10)
May 12, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.12.23

The Nuggets are in the Western Conference Finals after a beatdown of the Suns in Game 6 on Thursday night. Zach Bye is here to break it all down and look ahead in the latest edition of the show.   (26:08)
May 10, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.10.23

The Nuggets get a Game 5 win over the Suns and now head back to the Valley with a 3-2 series lead and are now favorites to win the NBA title.    (22:11)
May 10, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.09.23

A brief look back at game 4 between the Nuggets and Suns and setting the table for game 5.   (25:04)
May 8, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.08.23

After dropping two games in Phoenix, the Nuggets and Suns are tied at 2-2 heading back to Denver for Game 5. What went wrong for Denver, and will Nikola Jokic get suspended? Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest episode.   (23:09)
May 2, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.02.23

The Nuggets now have a 2-0 lead over the Suns and will head to the Valley of the Sun for Game 3 on Friday. Zach Bye is here to react to Monday night's victory.   (24:45)
May 1, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 05.01.23

The Nuggets take Game One of the Western Conference Semifinals in convincing fashion, so how can the Nuggets build off that and can the Suns rebound. Zach Bye is here to break it all down.   (19:49)
April 28, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 04.28.23

It's time for maybe the biggest series in Nuggets history as they get set for a second round battle against the Suns. Zach Bye is here to break down the series before tip-off on Saturday night.   (28:14)
April 26, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 04.26.23

The Nuggets have eliminated the Timberwolves and now look ahead to a superstar second round matchup against the Suns. Zach Bye is here to break it all down on the latest edition of the show.   (19:16)
April 24, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 04.24.23

The Nuggets get a win on Friday night and went for the sweep on Sunday, but fell short to force a Game Five against the Wolves in Denver on Tuesday. Zach Bye is here to break it all down on the latest edition of the show.   (15:39)
April 20, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 04.20.23

It was a roller coaster ride of a Game Two for the Nuggets but they brought it in for a big victory and a 2-0 series lead. Zach Bye and a special guest are here to break it all down.   (19:41)
April 18, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 04.18.23

Zach Bye is back to revisit the Nuggets win over the T-Wolves in Game One, and what adjustments Minnesota may make in Game Two. And what is going on through the rest of the Western Conference? Tune in to find out!   (15:38)
April 17, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 04.17.23

The NBA Playoffs are underway, and the Nuggets opened up Game 1 with a 29-point dismantling of the Timberwolves. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the show.   (28:48)
April 11, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 04.11.23

The regular season has come to a close and it's time to look ahead to the NBA Playoffs and try and figure out who the Nuggets will be playing in round one.   (19:22)
April 4, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 04.04.23

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April 3, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 04.03.23

Should there be any concern with Nikola Jokic sitting out the last three games, and what about the MVP race? All of that and more in the latest edition of the podcast.   (20:46)
March 28, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 03.28.23

The Nuggets survive a late scare from the 76ers and the MVP odds may have shifted after Joel Embiid ducked the challenge of facing Nikola Jokic.    (19:05)
March 27, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 03.27.23

The Nuggets get a statement win over the Bucks on Saturday night, but was it enough to shift the MVP race back into Nikola Jokic' favor? That and a lot more on the latest edition of the show.   (25:31)
March 21, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 03.21.23

Zach Bye is here with the latest on the Nuggets struggles over the last seven games as they get ready to wrap up a tough road trip and head down the final ten games of the season.   (19:37)
March 14, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 03.14.23

The Nuggets are in the middle of a tough stretch right now, and there might be some internal drama brewing between MPJ and Michael Malone. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest episode.   (26:21)
March 7, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 03.07.23

The Nuggets had themselves a quality weekend and finished it up in a come from behind victory over the Raptors on Monday night. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the show.   (30:22)
February 27, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 02.27.23

The Nuggets split their weekend games with the Grizzlies and Clippers, capped off with another triple-double from Nikola Jokic in a Sunday night thriller. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the show.   (24:21)
February 24, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 02.24.23

The Nuggets return from the All-Star break with a win in Cleveland, thanks to another triple-double from the two-time MVP. Now the Nuggets get ready for a big weekend back-to-back against the Grizzlie...   (15:07)
February 21, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 02.21.23

The NBA All-Star game is over, and what do we take away from the weekend overall? Zach looks ahead to the second half of the season in the latest edition of the show.   (32:44)
February 16, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 02.16.23

The NBA first half is over and the Nuggets sit atop the Western Conference. Zach Bye is here to break it down following another win on Wednesday.   (38:37)
February 14, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 02.14.23

The Nuggets get a big win in South Florida, while certain players get snubbed from All-Star festivities and we look ahead to the matchup against Luka and Kyrie. All that and more on the latest edition of the show.   (18:46)
February 9, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 02.09.23

The Trade deadline has passed and the Nuggets made a couple of moves to try and keep up in the wild, wild west. Zach Bye is here to break it all down on the latest edition of the podcast.   (22:20)
February 8, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 02.08.23

The Nuggets get their revenge on the T-Wolves as the dismantled them in just 12 minutes, and what's the ;atest with Bones Hyland as the NBA Trade Deadline approaches on Thursday? All of that and more in the latest edition of the show.   (14:26)
February 6, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 02.06.23

The Nuggets decide to take a scheduled loss in Minnesota on Sunday night, but what did we learn for the blowout loss, and what is the latest with Bones Hyland? All that and more in the latest edition of the show.   (17:38)
February 3, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 02.03.23

Jokic records another triple-double as the Nuggets take down the Warriors, and what is the latest in the Bones Hyland saga? Zach Bye is here with all that and more on the latest edition of the show.   (14:48)
January 30, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 01.30.23

The Nuggets suffer a rare loss in Philly, as the MVP race heats up. And what's going on with Bones Hyland? All that and more in the latest edition of the show.   (16:22)
January 25, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 01.25.23

The Nuggets go down to the Crescent City and pick up a key win over a fellow playoff contender, despite some bumps along the way. Now they head north to battle one of the top teams in the East and Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the show.   (25:29)
January 19, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 01.19.23

The Joker goes for another triple-double and breaks a franchise record as the Nuggets come from behind for their 8th straight win on Wednesday night over the T-Wolves. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the show.   (27:26)
January 18, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 01.18.23

The Nuggets cruise past the Blazers for their 14th straight home win and Jokic just keeps on racking up triple-doubles. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the show.   (13:46)
January 12, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 01.12.23

The Nuggets keep on rolling at home with a blowout win over the Phoenix Suns, and Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the show.   (19:28)
January 10, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 01.10.23

In the latest edition of the show, Zach Bye breaks down the latest Nuggets victory over the Lakers and where this Nuggets team ranks among the league's elite teams.   (15:11)
January 6, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 01.06.23

The Nuggets went in front of a national television audience and absolutely embarrassed the Clippers to increase their lead atop the Western Conference. Zach Bye is here to break this down and more on the latest edition of the show.   (17:53)
January 2, 2023

Mile High Hoops | 01.02.23

Zach Bye reacts to the Nuggets thrilling win over the East's leader, Boston Celtics.    (20:46)
December 27, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 12.27.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the overtime victory over the Phoenix Suns on Christmas Day. Can Nikola Jokic genuinely contend for a third-straight MVP award?   (26:23)
December 21, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 12.21.22

In the latest episode of the show, Zach Bye is here to break down the huge win on Tuesday night over the Memphis Grizzlies that now has them a top the Western Conference.   (16:09)
December 19, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 12.19.22

The Nuggets suffer a bad loss to the Lakers on Friday night, then beat the Hornets on Sunday behind an historic effort from Nikola Jokic. Zach Bye is here to break it all down plus look ahead to an important week ahead in the latest edition of the show.   (17:36)
December 15, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 12.15.22

The Nuggets get a big win over the Wizards, but are still trying to figure out what they are doing defensively as Jokic gets his MVP award. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the show.   (29:56)
December 12, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 12.12.22

The Nuggets are back to their winning ways, with two big wins over the last few games and Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the podcast.   (28:56)
December 7, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 12.07.22

The Nuggets have hit a bit of a bumpy patch with the struggles on defense and now a three game losing streak to contending teams. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the podcast.   (15:13)
December 1, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 12.01.22

The Nuggets are healthy again and in the midst of a four game winning streak after back to back blowouts of the Rockets. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the podcast.   (24:47)
November 29, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 11.29.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the Nuggets' current three-game win streak.    (25:57)
November 23, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 11.23.22

The Nuggets roller coaster continues with a really bad loss to the depleted Detroit Pistons at home on Tuesday night. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the podcast.   (19:55)
November 17, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 11.17.22

The Nuggets lost their first home game to the Knicks in over a decade, as they blew a 10-point lead in the 4th quarter with out Nikola Jokic and Aaron Gordon. Zach Bye is here to break it all down.   (14:51)
November 14, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 11.14.22

The Nuggets cap off a 3-1 road trip with a big win in Chicago, and DenverFan.com's Jake Shapiro is here with Zach to break it all down in the latest edition of the podcast.   (47:20)
November 10, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 11.10.22

The Nuggets get a massive come from behind win in Indiana, and now look to finsh the rest of their road trip strong. Zach Bye breaks it all down on the latest edition of the podcast.   (19:38)
November 8, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 11.08.22

The Nuggets go on the road in San Antonio and get a second straight win against the Spurs. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the Mile High Hoops podcast.   (17:03)
November 4, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 11.04.22

The Nuggets return from their long layoff to get a much needed road win against the Thunder as Nikola Jokic passes Wilt Chamberlain for the most triple-doubles in NBA history. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the podcast.   (24:05)
November 1, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 11.01.22

The Nuggets defensive struggles on the road continue as they hand the Lakers their first win of the season. Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest edition of the Mile High Hoops podcast.   (24:35)
October 27, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 10.27.22

The Nuggets take down the Lakers and Zach Bye is here to break it all down in the latest episode of the podcast.   (16:46)
October 25, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 10.25.22

The Nuggets drop a tough one on the road in Portland, and Zach Bye is here to breakdown what went wrong and look ahead to the matchup against the Lakers.   (21:38)
October 24, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 10.24.22

After a disasterious Opening Night loss to the Jazz, the Nuggets reeled off back to back wins over the World Champion Warriors and the Thunder. Zach Bye looks back and those wins, and looks ahead to the Nuggets upcoming week ahead in this edition of the Mile High Hoops podcast.   (22:02)
October 20, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 10.20.22

In today's episode, Zach reacts to the Nuggets shocking opening night loss to the Jazz.   (23:43)
October 4, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 10.04.22

In today's episode, Zach reacts to the first preseason game against Oklahoma City and breaks down the return of both Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr.   (26:28)
August 15, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 08.15.22

In today's episode, Zach sits down with DenverFan.com's Will Petersen to break down the 2022-2023 win total projections for the Nuggets, along with the latest title odds and the announcement that the team will play on Christmas Day.    (31:46)
July 14, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 07.14.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down Kentavious Caldwell-Pope's contract extension and recaps the team's Summer League performance.    (26:42)
June 29, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 06.29.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down Calvin Booth's latest trade, which sent Monte Morris and Will Barton to Washington in exchange for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Ish Smith.   (15:05)
June 24, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 06.24.22

In today's episode, Zach reacts to the Nuggets Draft last night as many fans seemed disappointed by the lack of trades made for a  team that is in "win now" mode.   (16:15)
June 15, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 06.15.22

In today's episode, Zach reacts to Calvin Booth's first big move as lead executive in the front office.    (16:08)
June 6, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 06.06.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the biggest takeaways from Josh Kroenke's latest press conference.    (18:14)
May 23, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 05.23.22

In today's episode, Zach reacts to the news that Tim Connelly has agreed to a deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, becoming one of the highest paid executives in the league. Who will the Nuggets choose to replace one of the most influential members of the organization?   (21:05)
May 19, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 05.19.22

In today's episode, Zach reacts to the latest reports regarding Tim Connelly's future with the Nuggets and Bones Hyland being selected to the NBA's Second-Team All-Rookie Team.    (13:34)
May 17, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 05.17.22

In today's episode, Zach reacts to the wild finishes in the conference semifinals, the ever evolving Western Conference and the closed title window for the Phoenix Suns.   (22:24)
May 9, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 05.09.22

In today's episode, Zach reacts to the announcement that Nikola Jokic will be named NBA MVP for a second consecutive year, and digs into the historical significance of his dominant regular season.    (21:51)
April 28, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 04.28.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the Game 5 loss to the Warriors and outlines his biggest observations from the season.    (23:06)
April 25, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 04.25.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the Game 4 win against the Warriors. How much fight do the Nuggets have left in them after an inspiring performance to avoid elimination?   (20:29)
April 22, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 04.22.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the Game 3 loss to the Warriors. Will the Nuggets be swept out of the first round?   (24:31)
April 19, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 04.19.22

In today's episode, Zach reacts to the second consecutive blowout loss to the Warriors and examines what caused the Nuggets to come unglued in the second half of the game.     (22:31)
April 18, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 04.18.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the Game 1 loss to the Warriors. Is it already "do or die" time for the Nuggets in this series?   (18:15)
April 15, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 04.15.22

In this week's episode, Zach previews the upcoming series between the Nuggets and Warriors.    (20:33)
April 11, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 04.11.22

In this week's episode, Zach sits down with DMac, who attended every home game this season, to grade the Nuggets on their regular season performance and preview the first-round matchup against Golden State.    (37:16)
April 4, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 04.04.22

In the latest edition of the Mile High Hoops, Zach is joined by Shawn Drotar of Sandy & Shawn. The guys react to the Nuggets win over the LA Lakers on national TV, if Jokic has slammed the door shut on the MVP race, and which Nuggets need to step up down the stretch.   (32:10)
March 29, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 03.29.22

In today's episode, Zach recaps the Nuggets win in Oklahoma City, ESPN's MVP straw poll, and the reality of Jamal Murray and MPJ return to the Nuggets this season.   (26:32)
March 23, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 03.23.22

In today's episode, Zach reacts to the victory over the Clippers, Michael Malone's contract extension and the latest updates on Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr.   (26:44)
March 21, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 03.21.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the blowout loss to the Celtics and discusses how concerned Nuggets Nation should be about the team's recent struggles.   (26:10)
March 15, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 03.15.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the incredible comeback win against the 76ers, and the impact it could have on the MVP battle between Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid. Has Bones Hyland solidified himself as a regular contributor in this lineup?   (17:47)
March 11, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 03.11.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the loss to the Warriors, Jamal Murray's injury timeline and the upcoming MVP duel against Joel Embiid and the 76ers.    (19:25)
March 8, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 03.07.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the "basketball masterclass" that Nikola Jokic put together during the overtime win against the New Orleans Pelicans. Given the meteoric rise he has displayed in recent years, what is Jokic's current ceiling?   (24:37)
March 3, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 03.03.22

In today's episode, Zach sits down with DenverFan.com's Will Petersen to break down the latest reports on Michael Porter Jr. and Jamal Murray, who could both return to action before the end of the regular season.    (30:04)
February 28, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 02.28.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the blowout win over the Trailblazers, which continued the team's red-hot winning streak. Is Demarcus Cousins exactly what the Nuggets need to legitimately contend...   (27:20)
February 23, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 02.22.22

In today's episode, Zach discusses Nikola Jokic's All-Star game presence, and whether or not it's worth fighting the national media narrative that often seems to diminish his greatness. Did the NBA slight Alex English by leaving him off of the 75th Anniversary list?   (44:05)
February 18, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 02.17.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the signature win over the Warriors and ESPN's latest MVP straw poll, which sets up another showdown between Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid. Which direction is the team trending at the All-Star Break?   (30:11)
February 9, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 02.09.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the dominant win over the New York Knicks and the promising contributions from the bench unit.    (15:00)
February 7, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 02.07.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the bounceback win over the Nets. Will the Nuggets sign Boogie Cousins to another contract? Zach lists several trade candidates that the Nuggets should explore before the deadline.     (27:18)
January 31, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 01.31.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down what he believes is the best win of the season for the Nuggets. After being selected as an All-Star Game starter for the second consecutive year, is Nikola Jokic primed to win another MVP award?   (26:07)
January 26, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 01.26.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the victory over the Pistons and Nikola Jokic's historic performance.    (19:45)
January 20, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 01.20.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the thrilling overtime victory over the Clippers. Is Nikola Jokic primed to make a late-season push to defend his MVP title?   (23:39)
January 19, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 01.19.22

In today's episode, Zach breaks down the three-team trade that will bring Spurs guard Bryn Forbes to Denver. Where do the Nuggets stand at this point in the season?   (22:02)
January 12, 2022

Mile High Hoops | 01.12.22

In today's epidode, Zach reacts to the disappointing loss to the Clippers, which featured a blown 25-point lead, abysmal guard play and a heated postgame press conference from Michael Malone.    (23:55)