Thu. Apr. 9: Nuggets beat Grizzlies for 10th straight win | The Masters tees off | Rockies sweep Astros, but attendance down at Coors Field

This episode of Hot Takes with Goodman and Haertl dives into the Denver Nuggets' 10-game winning streak, analyzing their inconsistent defensive play and reliance on late-game surges, which raises concerns about their playoff readiness. The hosts debate whether the Nuggets’ style—flipping from dominant to vulnerable—will hold up against elite Western Conference teams like Minnesota and Oklahoma City, with Eric expressing only 65% confidence in a Nuggets series win despite their strong regular-season record. The conversation shifts to The Masters, where the hosts rank it as a premier sporting event, discussing Rory McIlroy’s legacy and the significance of the Grand Slam in golf. They also examine the Rockies’ surprising 6-6 start, their improved pitching and offensive approach, and the troubling decline in attendance at Coors Field, questioning whether sustained success can rebuild fan trust. The episode concludes with a spirited debate on whether a Rockies World Series run would surpass the Broncos' AFC Championship appearance in cultural impact, ultimately leaning toward the Broncos’ legacy as Denver’s most iconic sports story.