Denver Nuggets Owner Josh Kroenke Discusses Why He Took a Chance Drafting MPJ After Back Surgeries

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2 ай бұрын

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Josh Kroenke discusses his thought process on choosing to draft Michael Porter Jr. despite other teams backing out due to his injuries

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@whoisperfect_no1.381 2 ай бұрын

Much Respect to the Team Owner...

@SamueI12 Ай бұрын

Great owner. From an arsenal fan

@goated6146 Ай бұрын

@@SamueI12 I think Arsenal fans should really watch this because it shows Josh is hands on and he wants success, he''s just not as educated on soccer. He leaves the soccer operations to Edu who actually knows his stuff but as far as wanting to win they do value the club a lot. They've said it's their most valued team they have.

@SamueI12 Ай бұрын

@@goated6146 it’s really shown since they got majority shared aswell

@yaahman74 Ай бұрын

he's from the walmart family

@sydneydance 2 ай бұрын

So glad Josh took a chance on MPJ. This 23-24 season, Michael played 81 games. Awesome 🙌

@mattallen2392 Ай бұрын

As a Nuggets fan growing up in Denver, I feel so lucky to have an owner like Josh who truly loves the game of basketball and cares about the players , fans & winning. He’s not just an owner who treats it like an other business, he treats it like a family. Much love to MPJ & Josh. Go Nuggets!

@mark11967AD 2 ай бұрын

This owner is a fans and a player’s dream come true. Wishing a great playoffs for MPJ 🏆

@ntnnot 2 ай бұрын

Man... This organization is peaking on so many levels right now. Such a family vibe with the Nuggets.

@eric9604 Ай бұрын

Peaking so high. this dudes brother had to kill someone for that success

@ntnnot Ай бұрын

@@eric9604 Kudos for your idiocy

@eric9604 Ай бұрын

@@ntnnot the fact a whole organization stand with a family who killed someone and is only getting 6 years? Get your priorities straight

@tyronelorenzovalentio3414 Ай бұрын

@@eric9604is it true

@ntnnot Ай бұрын

@@eric9604 Nuggets, MPJ or any other of his family members besides his brother have nothing to do with the incident. Of course the Nuggets will stand by MPJ. And hardly a surprise MPJ will also stand by his brother. Has he denied his brother didn't mess up or would not deserve to be sentenced... No. In fact he said he understood what the other family was feeling, having initially thought it was his brother who was killed. But it wasn't like his brother committed murder. It was manslaughter. Obviously he messed up big time, and was sentenced for it. If you have an issue with the length of the sentence, take it up with the judge. Bringing this up here... pointing the finger at the wrong people.

@coronazac 2 ай бұрын

Im glad the nuggs decided to draft you brother I'm a huge fan im glad you're having such a great season and I'm looking forward to seeing you in the playoffs to defend our title GO NUGGETS

@garymckee1926 2 ай бұрын

MPJ I just want to say Denver loves you man we are beyond happy with how much of an asset you have become such an integral piece to this championship team good luck in the play offs brother the city of Denver is riding with you guys lose or win! #NuggetsAreGolden

@A.F.4. 2 ай бұрын

This is legit content, very natural and smooth. Props to both of you, keep going Mike! Sending you and the team good energy and support from Barcelona, Spain.

@ninoslavzivojinovic5861 2 ай бұрын

MPJ is becoming the best podcast show i didnt know the inside story God Bless MPJ his family and the whole nuggets organization the best owners in all sports!!!

@slimjim665 2 ай бұрын

This is a really cool conversation to be able to see through a podcast. I felt that it was very genuine and just amazing to put into perspective after all the team has been through and achieved.

@astromigui 2 ай бұрын

Much respect to these two guys, this is a real human to human conversation, actually amazing that it happens between an NBA star and his boss. I Think MPJ will have the best podcast of NBA players, not only because of the basketball part but the human part and not being afraid to speak to all kind of people.

@wawo9193 Ай бұрын

Glad to have you Mike, not just someone with your size and accuracy but also someone with a good head on your shoulders. Your growth off the court has been just as amazing to watch. Keep it up man

@coronazac 2 ай бұрын

As a fan it's crazy to hear what goes on behind the scenes love the video

@jld4870 2 ай бұрын

God bless you both! Keep the faith keep! 👆🏼🙏♥️🏀🩷

@Chichi0104 Ай бұрын

MPJ my favourite nba player. I love you Mike on a human level. God bless you.

@rocksteady8232 Ай бұрын

dude have 'softest' 3pts hand i ever saw , he will get better and better , he is snipo

@butterflytiffany Ай бұрын

Hope you're doing ok Mike. I know no one wants to see their siblings suffer even when it's from their own choices. Glad to see you taking the right road by trying to help others

@gh8066 2 ай бұрын

most nepo kids dont deserve their positions but josh clearly understands and loves not only the game but also the business of basketball. when owner and organisation are all about winning 💯

@Kingfisher1215 2 ай бұрын

I remember this draft. Porter was falling due to the back, and because Denver was so deep with talent, they could afford to take a guy with injury questions and let him sit for a year. Good fortune combined with great drafting before this, allowed Denver to strike.

@jamiekoh6113 Ай бұрын

Yeah, exactly. Obs gives credit where credit is due, but to be fair, it was free money for the Nuggets. They were trending upward with a deep-ass team already, so out of all the lottery teams, they were the PERFECT fit for MPJ because they probably would have been good with or without him that year or the next.

@thatboylije7892 Ай бұрын

Never heard of the nuggets owner before but he seems like a chill dude

@goranbogdanovic7391 Ай бұрын

I wish you all the best and another 10 championships, your team is amazing, it just doesn't matter if you win or lose, you play beautiful basketball to watch. Greetings from Serbia

@brandons9913 2 ай бұрын

Getting a top 3 talent at 14 is the kind of move that championship teams make! Great fit for both the Nuggets and MPJ 👏🏻

@travismcgraw588 Ай бұрын

Shoutout nelk boys for putting me on this pod. Big fan bro! Louisiana shoutout

@Ten16Media Ай бұрын

Bro! My favorite player on the nuggets and you have a channel! Let's go man!!@@

@dnicej1293 2 ай бұрын

Great content 👌

@pappypepper Ай бұрын

I was at Mizzou when Josh Kroenke played there. Him and Kareem Rush were besties! MIZ!!

@christophertarr9005 Ай бұрын

MPJ- As an NBA fan, Nuggets fan, man who’s made so many mistakes throughout life- I’m so proud of you. You make me proud to be a fellow human being within your orbit.. You, your family, are good people. We ALL make mistakes and no matter what, you must love your family and go out and keep killin it on the court-you’re a superstar and on the pathway to ultimate greatness as an NBA player, but, as a human being- you’ve already reached that greatness.

@jonathanvalero648 Ай бұрын

God bless mpj you are thriving now keep at it

@bencritterson640 Ай бұрын

I’d like to hear his thoughts on his brother’s life time ban. He probably knows more about that situation than anyone. Hopefully that video drops soon!

@higgsboson9380 Ай бұрын

Doctors are amazing these days, I always believed you would be back and do great.

@user-jmkcpmpjarnj Ай бұрын

Thank you MPJ!!

@breeimverythankful1882 Ай бұрын

Amazing story

@CobeRoc Ай бұрын

Wow, what a beautiful story.

@gamemusicmeltingpot2192 2 ай бұрын

Lets go Mike! Best Luck in the playoffs

@angeloromero2061 2 ай бұрын

Proud of Mike! Came along way, now a huge piece of our system let's get another one!!! 🏆 🏆

@angelatanurdzic7508 2 ай бұрын

Good job, Michael.

@mikehardingjr.1085 2 ай бұрын

This team was hand crafted perfectly! Love this group. Cant wait to smash the lakers

@LixtianShanghai 2 ай бұрын

looking back at the 2018 draft class, denver did get lucky with MPG.

@maxf6304 Ай бұрын

This organization seems all around very strong. Would not be surprised if they go back to back this year

@CanditoTrainingHQ Ай бұрын

They got a real leader, unlike Jeanie Buss.

@christianbarbour2808 Ай бұрын

Thank you for handling business this year MIKE!! Your 6’5 homie 🫡

@amcg6075 Ай бұрын

Amazing front office!

@witmolge 2 ай бұрын

I believe in you, MPJ!! Let's go get the 2nd ring!

@hiawathasbrother Ай бұрын

I like this owner's vibe. He seems to have his head in the game.

@MrCgr33 2 ай бұрын

Bro you have the one of the nastiest hoop mixtapes I’ve ever seen. Invited to Steph’s camp at god damn 6’10. You would’ve been generational without the back injuries man

@superiorbullies9798 Ай бұрын

Still can be bro is a bucket just won't have to fill that role on the nuggets w Jokic and Murray

@KSteeleify 2 ай бұрын

Nuggets are real as fuck all the way through. Fucking love MPJ and the entire team to the janitors. Incredible culture y’all have set. ❤

@MartinGonzalez-rt5dd Ай бұрын

John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life. Just close your eyes and say “Jesus, I don’t have faith in you, please help me believe” Jesus loves you, turn to Him before it is too late. He loves you so much that He died for you. I’m praying for you❤️🙏

@rocksteady8232 Ай бұрын

this is mind bugling for my mind , this convo , US is just fine lol ,this is one of refrence point , anyway loving the game and NBA since 1992 ,much love from Serbia

@vaduzcrew 2 ай бұрын

Man your shooting coach was Mark Price no wonder you're so good!

@ash-sd Ай бұрын

Love this! Grew up watching Josh at Hearnes. Yes, he his family are billionaires, but they still have their home and businesses in CoMo and everyone treats them as normal people. 💜 MIZ loves you, MPJ. Ignore the haters. As you know, you were the hope for a lot of fans and they were disappointed for our one big chance and wrongly took it out on you.

@XChronicHash Ай бұрын

This owner has a great basketball mind

@nycnow811 Ай бұрын

Yo you're getting some WAYYYY too over the top people, shout out to you!

@kjsuns Ай бұрын

Great stuff! I thought the owner had the Booker Havens on 🔥

@lappin6482 Ай бұрын

Awesome process

@MichaelGarzaShow Ай бұрын

It might be a bit of a gamble, but are you thinking about getting your brother Jontay Porter on the podcast ❤?

@user-io4sr7vg1v 2 ай бұрын

Josh could hoop when he was at Missouri. I thought he could've gone pro.

@vk3638 Ай бұрын

2018 draft was insane tbh

@laloqi7313 Ай бұрын

Great game MPJ

@Heybheyhey Ай бұрын

Yeah MPJ panned out very well. Can score, good team defender and good rebounder.

@jrpajarillo2402 2 ай бұрын

I like hearing MPJ believes in God so much. Not the first time. He was raised well.

@drewc2323 Ай бұрын

Bring your brothers on!

@user-uf3sx7xy1y 2 ай бұрын

Interview Jontay next. Do it in Vegas.

@izlit3599 Ай бұрын

Mike a genius ain’t nothing more beneficial then a good relationship with the owner

@9eg762 Ай бұрын

As an Arsenal & Denver fan, the secret is honestly Josh

@IceManLikeGervin 2 ай бұрын

You need to get Jontay on your channel to tell his side of the story ASAP... it will blow up! Gambling is an addiction and Jontay could turn a negative into a positive if that's the case with himself.

@jld4870 2 ай бұрын

Nice idea but likely too many beans to spill. Could be a career suicide move. But never know God may have other plans…

@Matt-ub7hw 18 күн бұрын

What exactly was MPJs back injury on Draft Day?

@whiteshadow6601 Ай бұрын

Good owner right there

@chicagojams 2 ай бұрын

I’m just waiting on him to interview his brother…….Viral

@xabialonso5785 2 ай бұрын

Great interview Mike!!! This guy is incredible at his job… but the very last question was very telling - he clearly doesn’t have a purpose yet, he just has a job to make money. Seems like everyone with kids knows what their purpose is, but no one with just a career does. Not a knock on him though, it’s a tough questions on the spot.

@bryanloki6560 2 ай бұрын

You should get DraftKings to Sponsor your podcasts I'm sure they'd be super Happy to Sponsor you and your podcasts!!!

@Gravy494 2 ай бұрын

Jontay reference?

@louisduran3461 Ай бұрын

They better not ever let you go!! MPJ!!

@steffanbrown4780 Ай бұрын

Yea very good owner!

@mioreskovic4555 2 ай бұрын

maybe since i’m all ways in Serbia I can’t hear so well or is it due to Mic problem.. :) I can’t hear well Mr. Kronk..

@gloopdogg1145 2 ай бұрын

Probaj da operes uši zato sto se čuje odlično...

@mioreskovic4555 2 ай бұрын

@@gloopdogg1145 bas Original.. real mature.. you missed spelled your name glupdog.

@jld4870 2 ай бұрын

It was off and on with the volume. I had to listen more intently when Michael was talking, I think it was poor mic position. It’s not u-hopefully u can re-listen and hear it.

@silewis9396 2 ай бұрын

The volume is lower for Kroenke because of his microphone but I can just about hear him

@PHN-2024 Ай бұрын

Basically the Kroenke Family took a “Bet” on a Porter Family Member.

@happynes3548 26 күн бұрын

❤

@MJfromdaO 2 ай бұрын

congrats to your brother michael

@G_hh3 2 ай бұрын

Which one lol

@MJfromdaO 2 ай бұрын

@@G_hh3 crypto bro

@goranpetrovic2321 Ай бұрын

In the first game, I saw MPJ play, I knew Nuggs got gold. he's as good and as deadly as Kawhai

@sniper936 Ай бұрын

that crest in his hat will win the premier league this year.

@eriksports 2 ай бұрын

I realize he has the team because of nepotism but Josh seems like a legitimately very smart dude

@jld4870 2 ай бұрын

Not sure nepotism has to be negative. Back in the day folks stayed in the ‘family business’ for generations. Pray there is an element of wholesomeness mixed in with the inevitable corruption that comes from money and power.

@NadavHbr 2 ай бұрын

I am not sure the word nepotism applies to billionaire families…

@eriksports 2 ай бұрын

@@NadavHbr I think you are confused by what nepotism means haha!

@school1865 2 ай бұрын

Honestly only time I hate nepotism is when the dumbest people are in control over those who are actually skilled but if they’re smart and can lead all for it.

@atxfinest20 Ай бұрын

You sound like a dumbass🤦🏾‍♂️. Passing your wealth to your kids is everyone 's dream. It's generation wealth not nepotism 😊

@harvestmoon4968 Ай бұрын

I'm a Die hard Bulls fan remember that we all want michael porter jr but the risk is his injury but me as a bulls fan i said it many times draft michael porter even with that risk of that injury why? i see skills with him to be a great wing man. but what can i do if the bulls do have anithwr in mind

@user-zm9uu6bc2p Ай бұрын

Yeah sometimes you have to take the risk

@stoprightmeowww Ай бұрын

When u do a gambling in nba episode

@ElDiabeto Ай бұрын

😂the teams owner making me wanna be a full time Denver fan

@neverwhere77 2 ай бұрын

Give him 5 more shots a game and we will see his true potential.

@tribalypredisposed Ай бұрын

Seems like betting on the guy being passed on because of injury concerns can be the ticket. Steph Curry would have been drafted higher but for ankle concerns. I told people when you got Aaron Gordon that when you got healthy Denver would not be stopped, easily the top starting five on offense and good defense too. I thought the bench was suspect, but otherwise saw no way Denver was losing last year. This year, Minnesota and OKC look great too, going to be a fun playoffs.

@PhanoftheShow Ай бұрын

COYG

@warmbeergamingdude Ай бұрын

Kroenke is a lucky bastard 😂

@NicholasDrefahl-ey4yl Ай бұрын

We stole the draft getting MPJ! #Champions

@EventualRoads 2 ай бұрын

My left ear is lonely...

@Starchild97 Ай бұрын

This dude Mike is curious

@Ma1q444 Ай бұрын

I wanted the bulls to draft him so badly smh

@Ronnyondastickz 2 ай бұрын

What about your brother tho

@eazeyt1759 Ай бұрын

He’s not the owner, his dad is the owner.

@emcee6915 Ай бұрын

And his dad money comes from his wife’s family

@BizzyB81 Ай бұрын

As a Knicks fan I was hoping and praying we picked him had nothing to play for that year anyways

@FrankGallagher1700 2 ай бұрын

This is dope but u gotta fix the audio u way to rich & way to many resources on ur hand to not have top notch audio lol

@Jakegotjuice Ай бұрын

I wanted the bulls to draft you so bad

@jvdonjones3072 Ай бұрын

I’m a clippers fan and we drafted Jerome Robinson instead of him I can’t believe the shit🤣🤣🤣🤣 we coulda have shai and mpj

@jamiekoh6113 Ай бұрын

Knick fans were in shambles that draft night. To play devil's advocate, it was a no-brainer pick for the Nuggets because they were already on the ascension, and that draft pick was free money, so they had no problem taking a risk on MPJ. Compare that to the Knicks, where it's make or break, so you need to be more calculated on what they think can help them be better ASAP safely.