Denver, CO
Game balls for the Broncos 16-9 win over the Chargers
After dropping two games in ugly fashion, Head Coach Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos made the move to bench Russell Wilson and roll with Jarrett Stidham to try to spark the offense. I wouldn’t exactly call the offense sparked on Sunday, but they came out with a 16-9 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers to move back to .500 on the season.
The game was more of a defensive battle and one that didn’t feature a whole lot of big plays, so our game balls list is rather short this week. I am sure the New Year’s Eve celebration played a part in that as well.
Here are all of our Mile High Report staff’s game balls for this one.
Russell Wilson
This might be controversial, but after the week of ‘drama’ around Russell Wilson’s benching I fully expected some additional game day B.S. Instead, Wilson was a team captain who was on the field for the coin toss and was a consummate teammate and pro through the game. It’s moments where the chips are down you find out about ones true character and Wilson’s is definitely a high character guy. It sucks that it didn’t work out in Denver, but I’ll be rooting for him where ever he lands — unless its with a team I hate. – Tim Lynch
Lil’Jordan Humphrey
Lil’Jordan Humphrey gets my game ball for one of the highest-effort plays I’ve seen from a Denver Bronco all season long. He caught a nice crossing route over the middle that he turned into a 54-yard touchdown replete with a spin move, broken tackles, and a last-second dive to hit pay-dirt.
The Broncos were missing their big play WRs in Courtland Sutton and Marvin Mimms, Jr. Humphrey’s play helped make up for it. – Sadaraine
Vance Joseph
The Broncos offense struggled to put up points even with the change at quarterback, but Vance Joseph’s defense held Easton Stick and the Chargers to only 9 points. Their third-down stops were crucial and they were able to shut down most every facet of their offense. I give Joseph a lot of credit for turning this defense around the second half of the season and look forward to seeing how they perform next year with a talent infusion on that side of the ball. – Chris Hart
Jarrett Stidham
Stidham, despite playing without the 1st receivers and not been that accurate on his throws, he was good enough to beat a bad team! – Ivan Talavera
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Denver, CO
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.
Denver, CO
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Denver, CO
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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