The Mismatch

Who Will Meet the Knicks and Thunder? Plus, Loves and Loathes.

15 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Mismatch! Verno and Jacoby return to react to the Spurs and Cavs taking a 3-2 lead in their respective series and give their thoughts o...

Thunder Sweep Lakers, Cavs Tie it at 2 and Pivotal Game 5 for Spurs-T’Wolves

12 May 2026

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Verno and Jacoby return to react to Monday’s playoff matchups. The Thunder remain undefeated as they sweep the Lakers, and the Cavs tie the series a...

Thunder Continue to Roll, Five Straight for Detroit, and OG Injury Concern

08 May 2026

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Verno and Jacoby return to react to Thursday’s playoff matchups. The Pistons stay hot, James Harden's issues continue, and the Thunder take a 2-0 se...

T’Wolves Steal Game, The Knicks Blowout Tour Continues, and Can The Lakers Make Another Push?

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to react to Monday’s playoff matchups. Minnesota takes the first game in San Antonio, and the Knicks continue to click on al...

Knicks and Wolves Advance, While the Sixers Force Game 7!

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Immediately after the Wolves put away the Nuggets, Verno and Jacoby fire up the mics to recap Thursday night’s action from the NBA playoffs. (0:1...

Pistons on The Ropes, Thunder Sweep, and Nuggets Force A Game 6

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to react to Monday’s playoff matchup, including the Magic taking a 3-1 lead over the Pistons and the Thunder advancing to th...

Game 3 Clichés in Full Effect as Hawks, Raptors, and Wolves Win at Home!

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Clichés are clichés for a reason. Jacoby and Verno fire up the mics after all three home teams won on Thursday night. (:00) Welcome to The Mismatch...

CJ Stuns the Garden, Minny Upsets, and Billy Donovan Out as Bulls HC

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to react to Monday night’s thrillers in Denver and New York, the Cavs dominance, and preview Tuesday night’s playoff match...

Play-In Madness and Things We Care About in the First Round

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to react to the opening games of the play-in tournament and preview the final games on Friday. Then, they discuss the things t...

Play-in Previews, Plus Surprises and Disappointments from This Season

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to react to the final weekend of the NBA regular season, take a look at the 2026 Play-in Tournament, and break down the playof...

Knicks' Huge Win Sets the Tone for Potential Collision Course with the Celtics, Plus Loves and Loathes

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jacoby and Verno fire up their mics immediately after the Knicks defeat the Celtics and discuss how this matchup could be one to look forward to in th...

Brunson Closes, Wemby Injury, and ROY Race Heats Up Again

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

 Verno and Jacoby return to react to last night’s matchups, including the Knicks-Hawks matchup, Victor Wembanyama’s injury, and Cooper Flagg’s ...

LeBron Slanders Memphis and Verno Responds. Plus, Loves & Loathes.

03 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jacoby and Verno close the week out with their Loves & Loathes, which include LeBron James’s Memphis slander, the Wizards' failed April Fools prank,...

Things We Are Tired Of and Eastern Conference Playoff Push

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to react to the Thunder-Pistons matchup, the logjam in the Eastern Conference playoffs race, and things they are tired of this...

Loves and Loathes, Victor Wembanyama’s Case for MVP, and Who Is the Real Iceman?

27 Mar 2026

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Verno and Jacoby jump right into their Loves and Loathes, including Wemby’s case for MVP and why Draymond agrees and disagrees with it, George Gervi...

10 Things With 10 Games Left, and the Lakers' Streak Ends at Nine

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to react to last night’s matchups, including the Lakers' win streak ending in Detroit. Then they look at 10 important things...

Luka Drops 60 on Historic Night, Wemby Silences Jacoby, and Loves and Loathes

20 Mar 2026

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Verno and Jacoby share live reactions while Luka Doncic drops 60 points as the Lakers' win streak continues, Victor Wembanyama silences the Suns (and ...

Six Questions Before the Homestretch, Hawks' Streak Hits 10, and Introducing the Prospector

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to react to last night’s matchups and the Hawks' rise in the East, they ask some important questions before the homestretch,...

SGA MVP Week Continues, Kawhi Shines. Plus, Loves and Loathes

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to recap the Thunder-Celtics matchup, Kawhi Leonard’s brilliance, and Luka effortlessly scoring 50. Then they discuss their ...

SGA’s MVP Moment. Plus, Major, Minor, or Meh?

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to recap last night’s matchup between the Thunder and Nuggets. Then they address their levels of concern for the Pistons, Ro...

Jayson Tatum’s Season Debut, SGA’s Coat, and Loves and Loathes

06 Mar 2026

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Verno and Jacoby discuss a couple of anticipated debuts as Jayson Tatum gets ready to suit up for the Celtics and Trae Young finally steps on the floo...

The Haters Ball! Plus, Trae, Giannis, and Garland Return.

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to discuss the things about the NBA season that have aggravated them, including Lu Dort, Wemby, and the gaudy schedule. They a...

SGA Returns, Spurs Make It 11 and Loves and Loathes

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return as they discuss the Suns bouncing back to win over the Lakers, the Spurs extending their win streak to 11 and Shai Gilgeous-Al...

Spurs on the Rise, the NBA’s New Moneyball, and Is This LeBron’s Final Season with the Lakers?

24 Feb 2026

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Verno and Jacoby return as they discuss the Spurs win against the Pistons and their push towards the top seed in the West as well as the Kings finally...

Cade’s MVP-Level Performance, KD’s Burner, and What We’re Looking Forward to for the Rest of the Season

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return as they discuss the Pistons' impressive win over the Knicks and Cade Cunningham’s MVP-level performance at MSG. They then di...

All-Star Nostalgia, Detroit’s Dream Season, Kawhi’s Revival, and the League’s Tanking Problem

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return ahead of All-Star weekend as they discuss their fond memories of the All-Star Game and how the game is viewed in a completely ...

10 Questions Heading into All-Star Weekend

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby are back as they discuss the fight that broke out in the Hornets-Pistons game and their hope for a potential playoff series between t...

The Pacers, Jazz, and Wizards Make Trades for Their Future. Plus, Ja and Giannis Stay Put.

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby recap a few trades made before the deadline and discuss how the Jazz, Pacers, and Wizards made trades that set up their future. They ...

James Harden on the Move Again, Giannis’s Bidding War, and the Trade Deadline Outlook

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return ahead of the trade deadline to discuss the latest news and rumors around the league, beginning with the latest report that Jam...

Will the Bucks Do Right by Giannis? Plus, the Fun Hornets, John Wall Love, and a Slam Dunk Disappointment.

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to discuss the news that Giannis Antetokounmpo has finally requested a trade from the Bucks. They debate whether he’ll be mo...

Deadline Moves, Flagg vs. Kon, Lakers Future, and More Things We are Keeping an Eye On

27 Jan 2026

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Verno and Jacoby are back as they share 10 things they are keeping an eye on. They discuss who could be possibly moved by next week’s trade deadline...

Are the Sixers Back? Plus: The Suns' Turnaround Season, Jalen Johnson’s Rise, and Draymond’s Delusion

23 Jan 2026

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Verno and Jacoby return as they briefly recap some of Thursday night’s action, including the Sixers beating the Rockets in OT, the Magic’s disappo...

Can the Warriors Still Contend Without Jimmy? Plus: Eight Things We Care About.

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby react to the breaking news from last night that Warriors player Jimmy Butler is out for the season after tearing his ACL in the win a...

Ja Is Done in Memphis, Concern About the Rockets, SGA Gets Spicy, NBA in Europe, and Is Jayson Tatum Close to Returning?

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return as they share the latest on Ja Morant and the Grizzlies before discussing their game against the Magic in Germany. They then g...

Biggest Surprises, Biggest Disappointments, and What We Love and Hate From This Season. Plus: Verno Can’t Let Ja Go.

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby are together in New York, and they discuss the reports that the Grizzlies are open to trading Ja Morant. Verno explains why a trade w...

The Fading Cavs, Good Vibe Suns, the LinkedIn Warrior, and What Are the Wizards' Intentions With Trae Young?

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return as they discuss the Wolves' victory over the Cavs in which Anthony Edwards became the third-youngest player to reach 10,000 po...

Thunder Humbled, Knicks Embarrassed, Edgecombe Madness, and Six Questions to Start 2026

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby are back with their first pod of 2026 as they look back at Monday’s night action, including blowout losses by the Thunder and Knick...

Will LeBron Retire at the End of the Season? Plus, Trae’s Future, Tanking Teams, and More 2026 Predictions!

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return with the last episode of 2025 as they recap the action from Monday night, including Nikola Jokic’s injury (ESPN’s Shams Ch...

Jokic’s Video Game Triple-Double, the Broken Lakers, the Comeback Knicks, and the Spurs Beat the Thunder Yet Again

26 Dec 2025

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Verno and Jacoby are back to recap the full Christmas Day slate of games. They break down the incredible performances from Nikola Jokic and Anthony Ed...

Thursday Night's Thrillers, Hungover Knicks, and the Giannis-Target Comp

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return to break down the wild Thursday-night slate in the NBA that saw multiple one-score games and overtime finishes. After, the guy...

Will Vegas Lose the NBA Cup? Plus: Nuggets Outlast Rockets, Spencer Bros., and How the Cup Is Affecting the Giannis Trade Market.

16 Dec 2025

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Verno and Jacoby return as they preview the NBA Cup championship between the Knicks and Spurs. They then debate whether the NBA Cup could potentially ...

Jaylen Brown’s Pippen Moment, Beef Stew Hype, Christmas Cards, and Are the Thunder Chasing History?

12 Dec 2025

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Verno and Jacoby return as they recap the NBA Cup games from Tuesday and Wednesday night. They discuss the Thunder's continued dominance to start the ...

NBA Cup Special: The Unbeatable Thunder, and Can the Knicks Get Over the Hump? Plus: Do the Spurs Need Giannis?

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s NBA Cup week! Verno and Jacoby preview the upcoming games, starting with the Eastern Conference. Can the Magic keep it going against the Heat w...

LeBron Loses His Streak, Giannis’s Next Steps, Anonymous Assassinations, and Are the Celtics Actually Good?

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby are back as they discuss LeBron James losing his 10+ points streak in the Lakers' win against the Raptors, Austin Reaves's monster se...

Could Giannis Leave the Bucks? Plus: Monday Night Surprises, NBA Cup Pairings, and More Observations.

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby debate Giannis Antetokounmpo’s decision to scrub anything Bucks related from his social media accounts and what this means for Gian...

What We Love From the First Month of the Season, Jokic’s Nonchalant Performance, Cade’s Superstar Status, and Are the Wolves in Trouble?

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return as they go over the Monday-night slate of basketball, including the Raptors and Pistons' win streaks, Nikola Jokic’s nonchal...

The Wemby-less Spurs Impress, Derik Queen and the Young Pels, and What's Going On With LaMelo Ball?

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return as they briefly discuss the Grizzlies completely dominating the Kings, Tyrese Maxey’s continued ascension into superstardom,...

Early-Season Surprises: Steph Remains Electric, the Feel-Good Raptors, and the Elderly Clippers

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby recap the Monday night slate of NBA action before sharing six early surprises from the season so far. (00:00) Welcome to The Mis...

The Zero Hangover Thunder, Steph Leaves Under Armour, and Jokic’s Otherworldly Performances

14 Nov 2025

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Verno and Jacoby are back as they dive directly into their loves and loathes from the past week in the NBA. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(03:07) ...

Best NBA Night Ever? Plus: Mavs Fire Nico Harrison and Six Observations on the NBA Season So Far.

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby are back as they break down Monday's slate of NBA games and discuss what was one of the most exciting nights of NBA basketball in a l...

Mitchell’s '2K' Motivation, Thompson Twins Thriving, Diverse Offenses, and Wemby Struggles

07 Nov 2025

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Verno and Jacoby return to discuss the latest injury update on LeBron James before diving right into their loves and loathes from this past week. (0...

Monday Night Revenge Games, Good-Vibe Lakers, Steve Ballmer Is Being Sued, and Just How Good Are the Bulls?

04 Nov 2025

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Verno and Jacoby return to recap what was seemingly revenge night across the league yesterday. They discuss Myles Turner’s return to Indiana, Deandr...

No Problems Without Giannis for the Bucks, Wemby’s Vengeance Tour, and Despising ‘MJ: Insights to Excellence’

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby return as they recap the Thursday night slate of games, which included a Bucks win without Giannis, the Spurs and Thunder remaining u...

The Sixers New Window, Cedric Coward Experience, And Possible Overreactions

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby are back after the first week of the NBA season. They go through Monday’s slate of games, discussing the Sixers' new window with Ty...

Steph Says Night-Night to the Nuggets, Youth Sport Knicks, Gambling Scandal, and Our Loves and Loathes

24 Oct 2025

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Verno and Jacoby return to recap the absolutely amazing start of the NBA season. They also discuss Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and Damon Jones get...

2025-26 NBA Season Preview: The Wide-Open East, Can KD make a Difference With Houston, and Are the Warriors Any Good?

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The season is finally here! Verno and Jacoby give you their previews for the upcoming season by going through each conference to predict the final sta...

Final Preseason Takeaways, Most Likelies, Injury Updates, and Did the Nets Admit to Tanking?

17 Oct 2025

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Verno and Jacoby return to discuss Russell Westbrook signing with the Kings, as well as the team extending Keegan Murray. They also discuss Jaden Ivey...

LeBron to Miss Season Opener, Preseason Standouts, and Is Giannis Juggling His Future?

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby are back to discuss the latest news on LeBron James's injury, the Giannis-Knicks rumors, GM survey reactions, preseason standouts, an...

The Warriors Are Finally Complete, the Sixers’ Only Hope, and the Cooper Flagg Hype Meter

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With media days underway and preseason basketball ramping up, Verno and Jacoby return to recap the first preseason game, debate the Sixers' championsh...

The Wemby Debate, Zion's Revival, Houston’s Hopes, and LeBron’s Leverage

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we inch closer and closer to the regular season, Verno and Jacoby return with 10 questions about the upcoming season and more. (00:00) Welcome to ...

Adam Silver’s Tough Week, Trae Young Claps Back, and What to Do With Jonathan Kuminga

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby are back as they continue to discuss the evolving story about Kawhi Leonard, Steve Ballmer, and Aspiration. Also, they detail how com...

Kawhi’s "Carbon Footprint," Hardest Players to Root For, Offseason Enjoyments, and NFL Takeaways

09 Sep 2025

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Verno and Jacoby return with 10 questions about the NBA Hall of Fame, Kawhi Leonard, biggest disappointments, the NFL, and more! (00:00) Welcome to T...

The Most Exciting Players, All-Star Game Improvements, and the Summer of Strahinja Continues

26 Aug 2025

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Verno and Jacoby return with five questions each about the upcoming season. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(00:52) Most exciting players to watch(14...

Which Superstar Has Played in Their Last Finals? Plus, MPJ’s Erraticness, Labubus, and a Joker Brother Sighting.

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby briefly go through some of the meaningless news around the league before Verno reads a message from a listener about a special sighti...

10 Observations About the 2025-26 NBA Schedule

15 Aug 2025

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After dissecting the entire 2025-26 NBA schedule, Verno and Jacoby share 10 observations they have about the national TV breakdown, Michael Jordan's r...

20 Questions About the Upcoming NBA Season

05 Aug 2025

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As we enter the dog days of summer, Verno and Jacoby bring 10 questions each about the upcoming NBA season. They go through everything from the recent...

NBA Summer Storylines: A Motivated Luka, Ja’s Joy, and Is LeBron Really Planning for 2026?

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby discuss the new-look Luka Doncic that is featured in the latest edition of Men’s Health magazine. They debate what kind of impact a...

Post-Summer League Watch List: Teams That Deserve Our Attention (and Those That Don’t)

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby congratulate the Charlotte Hornets on winning this year’s Summer League and briefly discuss why Nikola Jokic’s brother was still ...

Impressive Summer League Performances and the Legend of ‘Target Guy’

15 Jul 2025

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Verno and Jacoby recap this weekend’s action and buzz around Summer League. Verno shares the slights and sounds of being in Las Vegas for the event,...

The Most Disastrous and Perfect Fits of the Offseason

08 Jul 2025

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Verno and Jacoby recap the latest string of free agency news, including Paolo Banchero’s contract extension, where Jonas Valanciunas will play, and ...

Free Agency Day One: Winners, Bold Moves, and Are the Lakers Going to Trade LeBron?

01 Jul 2025

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Free agency is here! Join Verno and Jacoby as they recap the day-one deals and discuss everything from the Rockets refueling for a championship run wi...

Draft Night Winners and Losers. Plus: The Grizzlies Get Their Guy, and Masai Ujiri Out in Toronto.

27 Jun 2025

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Verno and Jacoby recap the NBA draft by discussing their biggest winners and losers from the two-day event, as well as Verno’s excitement for the Gr...

Young Thunder Defy History, Haliburton’s Injury, Finals Fallout, and Can KD Lead the Rockets to the Finals?

24 Jun 2025

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Verno and Jacoby congratulate the Oklahoma City Thunder on winning Game 7 and defeating the Indiana Pacers, as the guys discuss the sour experience of...

Pacers Force Game 7, Lakers Sell for $10B, and an NBA Draft Sneak Peek

20 Jun 2025

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The Pacers take Game 6 and force a Game 7 back in OKC, so Verno and Jacoby discuss the Pacers' dominant performance and their expectations for the fir...

OKC One Win Away After J-Dub Drops 40, Haliburton’s Dud, KD Lingering, and a Memphis Recalibration

17 Jun 2025

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The Thunder are just one win away from an NBA championship after an all-time performance by Jalen Williams. Verno and Jacoby break down the Game 5 Thu...

Can the Pacers Repeat Their Defensive Dominance? Plus, KD’s Future and More Knicks Dysfunction.

13 Jun 2025

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Verno and Jacoby discuss the exciting Game 3 that saw the Pacers go up 2-1 on the Thunder. They praise Rick Carlisle’s game plan and the defense ver...

Game 3 Keys in Indy and a New Kidd in New York? Plus, Tyrese Haliburton: The Low-Usage Superstar.

10 Jun 2025

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Verno and Jacoby discuss the expected Game 2 Thunder victory and how Game 2 was the best of the best of the Thunder and the worst of the worst of the ...

Pacers Pull Off Another Comeback—Is OKC in Trouble? Plus, the Knicks’ Future Without Thibs.

06 Jun 2025

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Verno and Jacoby recap a wild NBA Finals Game 1 that saw the Pacers come back yet again to beat the Thunder and take a 1-0 series lead. They go throug...

The Case for a Pacers Surprise, OKC’s Path to the Finals, and What’s Next for the Knicks

03 Jun 2025

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The Pacers beat the Knicks over the weekend to reach the Finals, where they will meet the Oklahoma City Thunder! Before discussing the Finals, Verno q...

Can the Knicks Force a Game 7? Plus: the Thunder Are Finals-Bound, and the Missing Playoff Intensity.

30 May 2025

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Verno and Jacoby react to the Knicks shutting down Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers to survive for at least one more game. Jacoby shares his experienc...

Ant and Randle Fail to Deliver, Plus Chet’s Growth, and a Knicks Confidence Check

27 May 2025

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Verno and Jacoby go through the Wolves nearly tying their series against the Thunder in Game 4. They discuss the need for Anthony Edwards to exert him...

Have the Thunder Broken the Wolves? Plus: A Must-Win Game 2, and Enjoying the Haliburton Experience.

23 May 2025

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The Thunder continue their dominance to take a 2-0 series lead over the Timberwolves, as Verno and Jacoby recap Game 2 and debate what it’ll take fo...

Thunder-Wolves Preview, Conference Finals X Factors, and Will Haliburton Become the New Knicks Villain?

20 May 2025

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Verno and Jacoby return to break down the Nuggets' Game 7 loss and preview the start of the Western Conference finals between the Timberwolves and Thu...

Nuggets Force Game 7, Celtics-Knicks Preview, and T-Wolves Advance to the WCF

16 May 2025

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Verno and Jacoby react to the Nuggets taking Game 6 over the Thunder to force Game 7, preview the Celtics-Knicks Game 6, and discuss contract-year Jul...

Knicks on the Brink of the ECF, Tatum's Injury, Mavericks Win the Lottery, and Ant's Superstar Performance

13 May 2025

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Verno and Jacoby react to the Knicks taking a 3-1 series lead over the Celtics, Jayson Tatum's injury, the Mavericks winning the right to draft Cooper...

Timberwolves Take Game 2, Knicks Stun Boston AGAIN, and Cavaliers Collapsing

09 May 2025

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Verno and Jacoby break down the Timberwolves' win on Thursday night, which ties up their series with the Warriors; the Knicks' incredible second comeb...

WELCOME TO THE SECOND ROUND! The Nuggets and Knicks Upset the Thunder and Celtics in Game 1

06 May 2025

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Verno and Jacoby break down Monday night's action, with some HUGE upsets. The Nuggets and Knicks took Game 1 over the Thunder and the Celtics, respect...

Clippers Force Game 7, Knicks Advance, and the Lakers Collapse

02 May 2025

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Verno and Jacoby break down Thursday night's action with the Clippers forcing Game 7 against the Nuggets, the Knicks advancing to play Boston, the Lak...

Will Giannis Want Out? Plus: The Rockets Need a Star, the Hungry Wolves, and Which 3-1 Series Can Still Go the Full Seven

29 Apr 2025

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Verno and Jacoby break down Monday night’s playoff action starting with the Warriors’ thrilling 109-106 win over the Rockets to take a 3-1 series ...

A Clippers Ass Whooping, Big Game KAT, Ja Goes Down, and the Grizzlies Collapse

25 Apr 2025

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Verno and Jacoby get together after the Grizzlies lose both Ja Morant and a 29-point lead to the Thunder, who are in prime position to get the sweep o...

The Legend of Playoff Kawhi, History at the Garden, and Game 2 Adjustments

22 Apr 2025

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Verno and Jacoby break down the exciting pair of games from Monday night starting off with the unbelievable performance by Kawhi Leonard and the Clipp...

Kawhi’s Reintroduction, Silver’s Discipline, Cade’s Arrival, and More Things to Look Forward to in the First Round of the NBA Playoffs

18 Apr 2025

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Verno and Jacoby briefly discuss tonight’s round of play-in games, starting off with the Heat and Hawks, before turning their attention to the Mavs ...

Don’t Overlook the Grizzlies, Who Gets the Blame for Phoenix, and Instant Reactions to Playoff Matchups

15 Apr 2025

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Verno and Jacoby break down tonight’s play-in games, starting with the Hawks-Magic matchup (01:44) and the Grizzlies-Warriors matchup (07:14). They ...

Dissecting Why Malone Was Fired and Gearing Up for a Wild End to the Regular Season

11 Apr 2025

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Verno and Jacoby discuss the scorching-hot Timberwolves, who beat the Grizzlies last night 141-125 after scoring a league season-high 52 points in the...

Have We Discovered the Lakers’ Ceiling? Plus: The Rockets’ Identity, Murray’s Injury, and Predicting Entertaining Playoff Series.

08 Apr 2025

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(RECORDED BEFORE THE NEWS OF MICHAEL MALONE AND CALVIN BOOTH’S FIRING) Verno and Jacoby congratulate Florida on beating Houston in the NCAA basketb...

League Office Hypocrites, Role Player Importance, and Our Love and Loathes

04 Apr 2025

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Verno and Jacoby go through last night’s Warriors win over the Lakers and discuss the takeaways from both teams' perspectives (01:25). They highligh...

Grizzlies Aftermath and Six Players to Watch During the Playoff Stretch

01 Apr 2025

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Jacoby is back as he and Verno discuss the fallout from the Taylor Jenkins firing in Memphis and how the Grizzlies have responded in the two games sin...

Giddey the Leader, Biggest Issue in the League, and Eight Questions With Kirk Goldsberry

28 Mar 2025

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(NOTE: SHOW WAS RECORDED BEFORE THE NEWS OF TAYLOR JENKINS'S FIRING) Verno and Kirk Goldsberry (who’s in for Jacoby) break down Josh Giddey’s hal...

Is Kawhi Back? Plus, the Celtics Sell for $6.1 Billion, the Knicks' Tough Week, and More Loves and Loathes.

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby discuss last night's game between the Warriors and Raptors, which Golden State survived after Steph Curry went down with an injury an...

Are Tanking and Resting Ruining the Game? Plus: Finals Odds, Whether the Clippers Can Pull Off a Playoff Upset, and Zion the Superstar.

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and Jacoby go through last night’s games, especially looking at teams that are either resting or full-on tanking (1:06). The guys debate how l...