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Broncos were quite pleased to get Jonah Elliss
With the 76th overall pick the Broncos drafted Utah EDGE Jonah Elliss, who is going to provide a great deal of athleticism when it comes to the pass rush and should make for a fine addition to this Broncos unit. The front office apparently looked highly upon Elliss as they would’ve moved down in the draft if it wasn’t for him.
#Broncos GM George Paton said they were considering moving back if Jonah Elliss not there. “Jonah was just too good to pass.” Paton joked it would have been a rare move for Sean Payton to trade back and they might have celebrated with a cake.
— Chris Tomasson (@christomasson) April 27, 2024
And while the Broncos already have a room full of young EDGE rushers, many, including Sean Payton, felt like it was a position that they needed to improve at.
#Broncos coach Sean Payton on already having young edge rushers Browning, Bonitto and Cooper and taking another in Jonah Elliss. “You’re never afraid to draft on top of your strengths. We’ll sort that out.”
— Chris Tomasson (@christomasson) April 27, 2024
One main concern that was circulating around Elliss was his injury history. Elliss tore his shoulder labrum late last season and prevented him from the Combine and from initial Pro Day workouts. He was able to have a personal Pro Day session and was medically cleared thought. And while a labrum injury can take 6 months, it seems like Elliss will be plenty recovered and ready for camp.
Paton had this to day about Elliss’ injury:
#Broncos GM George Paton said “they’re very comfortable” with Jonah Elliss’ medicals.
— Chris Tomasson (@christomasson) April 27, 2024
Sean Payton also added:
We met on it. You go through the process… he’s above the board.
Payton also went on to say:
He’s an EDGE player that plays with energy, effort, all those things that you look for.
He also touched on the character that Elliss has and complimented his football make-up.
It’s clear that the Broncos got the player that they wanted with their third-round pick and were anticipating the chance to draft Elliss. Elliss is a versatile rusher and played out of eight different alignments last season with Utah. He’ll have a role on this Denver defense and, from the press conference, it seems like Payton has an idea of where Elliss will start, but he’s also keen on moving him around defensively.
Here’s the longer clip with Sean Payton and George Paton where these quotes came from:
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Denver Nuggets Altitude broadcasts now being offered in Spanish for first time ever
For the first time in the team’s history, Altitude Sports is broadcasting Denver Nuggets home games in Spanish. Kroenke Sports and Entertainment announced it has contracted a team to broadcast its games in Spanish for the playoffs.
“I think that is what the public wanted,” said Ivan De La Garza, producer for the broadcast team.
A team of three people, two commentators and a producer, sit in a press box at the top of Ball Arena. Their commentary is then synced with the traditional Altitude broadcast video and shared on the Altitude Plus application.
“With the Nuggets winning in the last five years, there is a tremendous amount of following from Latino people trying to listen to and watch the games in Spanish,” said Andres Casas, color commentator for the broadcast.
Casas said he strives to bring the same energy fans get during soccer broadcasts into the basketball broadcasts.
“That excitement that gets you. We want people to feel they are at the game,” Casas said.
“It has been so amazing to be a part of the Spanish broadcast for the Nuggets. I have been a fan of the Nuggets for my whole life,” said Jena Garcia, play-by-play commentator.
Garcia said it has been a dream come true to help bring this broadcast to her community.
“I’ve always desired to hear a Spanish broadcast, just as a fan. To be a part of it is just incredible,” Garcia said.
Those working in the broadcast said they are honored to help expand the reach of the Nuggets and sports in accessing diverse communities.
“We love sports. We are passionate, we are loud. We like to get together and enjoy sports,” De La Garza said.
“The Nuggets have a huge following, especially on the Spanish side. So, it is great for them to be able to listen to what is going on, game by game, especially into the playoffs,” Casas said.
“It is just another step of access that they are getting to be a fan of basketball,” Garcia said.
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Where to watch Minnesota Timberwolves vs Denver Nuggets Playoffs: TV channel, start time, streaming for April 18
The 2026 NBA postseason is finally here after a thrilling Play-In Tournament saw the Phoenix Suns, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers and Portland Trail Blazers officially earn their spot in the playoffs
The postseason action continues on Saturday as the Minnesota Timberwolves visit the Denver Nuggets in Game 1 of the first round. We’ve got you covered on everything you need to know to tune in for tip off.
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What time is Minnesota Timberwolves vs Denver Nuggets Game 1?
Tip off between the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. (ET) on Saturday, April 18.
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