Should Teams Tank for Cooper Flagg? Plus: Lakers’ Future Post-LeBronn, and the Cavs’ Potential in the East.
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC open up the mailbag to answer more of your questions (03:50). Is Jalen Brunson’s sty...
Zion’s Weight Loss, Yabu to Philly, and Mailbag Questions
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss Zion Williamson’s viral photo that shows him in great shape ahead of the sea...
Do the Lakers and Warriors Deserve All Those National TV Games?
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC react to the NBA schedule release and discuss the glaring lack of excitement around th...
How Steph, LeBron, and KD Won Gold for Team USA. Plus, the Future of the Olympics and NBA Schedule Leaks.
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss Team USA’s thrilling victory over France to secure the fifth straight men's ...
USA’s Old Guys Defeat Serbia, Embiid’s Moment, France Beats Germany, and an Olympic Gold Medal Game Preview
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss Team USA’s incredible rally against Serbia to make it to the gold medal matc...
Do You Care If Team USA Wins Gold? Plus: Steph Curry, Expansion Teams, and More From the Summer Mailbag.
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the latest Olympic basketball play, including the respect earned by the South ...
Can Bam Become Even Better? Plus, NBA News and the Summer Mailbag.
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the U.S. men’s basketball team defeating South Sudan and how Bam Adebayo’s...
Team USA Dominant, Jayson Tatum’s Controversy, and Why Tyus Jones Will Succeed in Phoenix
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC open up the show by discussing the U.S. men’s basketball team’s win over Nikola Jo...
NBA Summer League Standouts and Rumors of Westbrook to the Nuggets
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just after the Heat beat the Grizzlies in the nail-biting NBA summer league championship game (0:58)...
Bronny James, Reed Sheppard, and Summer League Observations. Plus: Jalen Brunson’s Extension.
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC are live from Las Vegas as they recap their Vegas trip before diving into the summer l...
Zach Edey, Jared McCain, and Impressive Rookie Debuts. Plus: DeMar’s Impact on the Kings' Offense.
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC go through the most intriguing rookie debuts from over the weekend, starting with Jare...
Paul George to Philly, Klay to Dallas, Tatum's Extension, and NBA Free Agency Transactions
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Now that the free agency period has started, Verno and KOC react to all the free agent signings, ext...
NBA Draft Takeaways, Steals, and Zach Edey
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC recap the 2024 NBA draft, as they discuss picks they liked, picks they disliked, surpr...
No One Knows What’s Coming in the NBA Draft
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the NBA draft this week, Verno and KOC dive into the latest draft news, including the uncertain...
Redick to L.A., the Caruso-Giddey Deal, Bronny, and NBA Draft Rumors
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the Finals now behind us, Verno and KOC dive fully into the offseason, starting off with the La...
Banner 18 in Boston, the Mavs' Future, and Finals Takeaways. Plus, Who’s the Next Derrick White?
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC congratulate the Boston Celtics on winning the 2024 NBA Finals! They discuss their dom...
Celtics Up 3-0, Luka’s Shortcomings, and Remembering Jerry West
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss their frustration with Luka Doncic, who fouled out in Game 3, and the ripple e...
Is it Over for the Mavs? Plus: Lakers Rejected, Kyrie’s Disappearance, and Tatum’s Non-Scoring Impact.
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the Finals shift to Dallas for Game 3, Verno and KOC discuss how the Celtics have been able to ex...
Celtics-Mavericks Game 1 Analysis, and Will Dan Hurley Leave UConn for the Lakers?
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC react to the Celtics' Game 1 blowout victory, as they take a 1-0 series lead in the Fi...
NBA Finals Preview, Celtics-Mavericks Predictions, and Draft Talk
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of the Finals, Verno and KOC have a rendition of everyone’s favorite game: That’s True, Th...
Dallas Advances to the NBA Finals, Wolves Exit Interviews, and an Offseason Lookahead
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC congratulate the Dallas Mavericks as they beat the Timberwolves and advance to the Fin...
Celtics Sweep, Mavs On The Brink, and Remembering Bill Walton
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the Celtics' comeback win as they sweep the Pacers and move on to the NBA Fina...
Celtics Roll Pacers, the Dominant Dallas Defense, and Some Timberwolves Concerns
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the absolute stomping of the Pacers by the Celtics as Boston takes a 2-0 serie...
NBA Conference Finals Preview, Plus Denver’s Implosion, Draft Talk, and the All-Rookie Teams
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The conference finals are finally here, as Verno and KOC break down how the Timberwolves beat the Nu...
Wolves Force Game 7, Knicks-Pacers Preview, and OKC’s Odds in Dallas
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the Game 6 blowout win from the Timberwolves, as they force a Game 7 on Sunday...
OKC’s Gritty Win in Dallas, Celtics Go Up 3-1, Game 5 Previews, and Draft Lottery Reaction.
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Kevin immediately react to the Thunder’s comeback win against the Mavericks to tie the s...
Boston’s Big Blunder, Mavs-Thunder Takeaways, Jokic’s Legacy, and More NBA Playoff Analysis
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss PJ Washington’s performance in the Mavs' Game 2 win over the Thunder to tie ...
Is Denver Dead? Plus, Knicks Escape with a Win and Game 1 Previews
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC go through the Timberwolves blowing out the Nuggets to take a 2-0 series lead (01:03)....
Knicks and Pacers Move On, Who’s Getting the Blame in Philly, and It’s Time to Give Brunson His Flowers
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC go through Thursday night’s set of elimination games, starting with the Knicks survi...
Playoff Murray Is Real, Superstar Ant, and Where Do the Lakers Go From Here? Plus: Bucks and Sixers on the Brink of Elimination
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC recap Monday night's slate of playoff basketball, starting with another Jamal Murray g...
Lakers Collapse Again, Embiid Drops 50, Magic Dominate, and Game 3 Previews
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC recap Thursday night’s slate of playoff basketball, starting with the Nuggets' 11th ...
Thrillers in Denver and New York, Plus Breaking Down Every NBA Playoff Series
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC go through all the playoff matchups from Monday night, starting off with Jamal Murray’...
Sixers Survive, Impactful Injuries, Believing in OKC, and Playoff Predictions
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC share what they enjoyed the most from KOC’s interview with Victor Wembanyama before ...
Can Any of the Play-In Teams Make a Conference Finals Run? Plus, Playoff Preview and a Wemby Tease
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC open the episode by briefly teasing KOC’s interview with Victor Wembanyama (01:52). ...
A Close MVP Race, the Nobody Paolo, a New Top Prospect, and Can the Sixers Knock Off the Celtics?
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC open up the episode by discussing Stephon Castle’s rise to no. 1 on KOC’s draft bo...
Booking Our Dream Postseason Matchups, UConn’s Dominance, and Zach Edey’s NBA Potential
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss last night’s national championship game, which saw UConn continue its domina...
How Far Can Embiid Take the Sixers? Plus, the WTF Bucks, the Randle-less Knicks, and the Warriors Came to Play.
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the 76ers' impressive win over the Heat (01:30). How deep of a run can the Six...
The Dangerous Mavs, Inconsistent Suns, and Uncertainty Surrounding the Knicks. Plus: Is Joel Embiid Close to Returning?
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC recap last night's slate of games, beginning with the Suns as Devin Booker goes off ag...
The Cinderella Lakers, Standings Check-In, and March Madness Prospects
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC go through last night’s slate of Sweet 16 games and discuss which players' draft sto...
Determining Jontay Porter’s Punishment, March Madness Prospect Stock, and Can the Rockets Catch the Warriors?
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the NBA’s investigation into Jontay Porter after multiple instances of "bett...
The Most Interesting NBA Players Down the Stretch, Plus March Madness Prospects to Watch
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss how the NCAA tournament can greatly impact the draft stocks for prospects and ...
Exploring the Thunder’s Chemistry, Playoff Prospects, and Tournament Anticipation
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss how the Thunder’s organic team chemistry has led to their success this year ...
Is There a New Alpha in Boston? Plus, Exposing the Lack of Foul Calls.
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss Al Horford and Jaylen Brown’s performance in last night’s Celtics win over...
The NBA Postseason Belief Scale
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With just over a month left in the regular season, Verno and KOC discuss their levels of belief in a...
The Nuggets Sweep the Season Series Against the Celtics, Edwards Drops 44, and Luka’s Historic Performance in a Win Over the Heat
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC start with the highly anticipated matchup between the Nuggets and Celtics, which saw t...
Dame Still Has It, Gearing Up for a Boston-Denver Collision, and Can Wemby Upset Gobert for the DPOY?
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the Bucks’ impressive win over the Clippers, despite being without Giannis (...
Buying Into the Chet Vs. Wemby Rivalry and the Emerging Warriors, Plus: Has Doc Fixed the Bucks?
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC break down what could be the next great NBA rivalry between the Spurs and Thunder with...
NBA Abominations, Wemby's 5x5, and Defending This Year's Draft Class
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the wild ending to the Knicks-Pistons game, as well as the weird state of the ...
The Six Most Interesting Teams Down the NBA’s Final Stretch
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC are back from the All-Star break and they each name the three teams they are most inte...
Trae Young Trade Rumors, Grizzlies Silver Linings, All-Star Festivities, and Does Pop Still Got It?
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the Grizzlies' upset win over the Bucks as well as Klay Thompson’s hot perfo...
Wolves and Bucks Pick Up Statement Wins, Quick Rookie Check-in, and Reacting to the Second MVP Straw Poll
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC begin the show by talking about the games they attended last night, starting with the ...
Believing in the Thunder, Why the Knicks and Mavs Won the Day, and Recapping a Mediocre Trade Deadline
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss a mediocre NBA trade deadline that saw no real impactful moves made. They go t...
NBA Trade Rumor Recap, Embiid’s Surgery, and Draft Talk
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC go through KOC’s recent article (found here) and discuss the 76ers' next move after ...
LeBron’s Future, a Brunson State of Mind, and Embiid’s Wild Week
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the selection of the All-Star reserves, starting in the East with the Knicks’...
Do the Heat Need to be Fixed? Plus, Doc’s Debut, Knicks Without Randle, and Yet Another 70-Point Performance
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss Doc Rivers’s debut coaching the Bucks, explain why Paolo Banchero will event...
LeBron’s All-Star Achievement, the Unmotivated Heat, and Did the Bucks Screw This Up?
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the Heat’s recent skid, losing five straight; OG Anunoby’s impact with the...
Embiid Scores 70, KAT Drops 62 (But Loses), and Risers Across the NBA
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss Joel Embiid’s dominant 70-point performance against the Spurs, and debate wh...
Pascal Siakam Trade Analysis, Plus NBA Season Midway Check-In
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC react to Pascal Siakam finally being traded to the Pacers to team up with Tyrese Halib...
Are the Jazz Buyers or Sellers? Plus: Trade Targets for the Kings, and Why the Spurs Should Trade for Trae Young
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the Martin Luther King Day slate of games, beginning with the Grizzlies' upset...
Imagining Siakam With the Warriors, the Bucks' Championship-Caliber Defense, and Why a Two-Day Draft Makes Sense
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the silver linings for the Grizzlies after Ja Morant suffered a season-ending ...
Do the 76ers Need to Make a Move? Questions from Around the League, plus Lakers and Warriors' Concerns
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC go through 10 burning questions from around the league. They discuss which team in the...
How Long Does Darvin Ham Have? Plus: Bucks Survive Wemby and the Wide-Open Championship Landscape
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC react to the thrilling game between the Bucks and Spurs that saw Victor Wembanyama go ...
Porzingis’s Rim Influence, Luka’s Dominance, Emerging Rookies, and New Year’s Resolutions
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC react to the Christmas Day slate of games, beginning with last night’s monster perfo...
Was This Zion’s Plan All Along? Plus: Early MVP Candidates and the Loser Pistons.
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss Ja Morant’s return for the Grizzlies as well as the Pacers' continuing strug...
Thunder Trade Targets, Lauri Markkanen’s Value, Should the Cavs Reset, and Other League Observations
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After the Bulls upset the 76ers, Verno and KOC discuss the promising development of Coby White befor...
Warriors' Silver Linings, the Clippers Are Back, and NBA Trade Season Is Here
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss what Draymond Green’s indefinite suspension means for the Warriors as well a...
NBA Standings Check-in, Zion’s Comeback, DeRozan Trades, a Lakers Master Class, and a Tournament Recap
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC give their final thoughts about the in-season tournament after the Lakers defeated the...
Tournament Instant Reaction: Haliburton's Rising Star Power and Lakers Dominance
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC are live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas as they react to the semifinal round of the ...
Recapping the Awesome NBA Knockout Round: Pacers Upset Celtics, Pelicans Stop the Beam
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss Tyrese Haliburton's amazing performance as the Pacers defeat the Celtics to ad...
The NBA’s Biggest Surprises and Disappointments So Far, Plus An In-Season Tournament Preview
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC go through the night's slate of NBA action before discussing what they would change fo...
Can Devin Booker Win MVP? Plus, KOC’s Power Rankings, the Surging Sixers, and True Contenders
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the dominant performance by Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and the rest of the 76e...
Thanksgiving Week Mismatch Mega-Pod
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC go through last night’s in-season tournament play, starting with the Pacers, who cli...
Are the Warriors Dead? Plus, the Loaded Celtics, Haliburton's Ascent, and Detroit’s Breakdown
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC open up the show by discussing the bad as well as some good about Draymond Green’s s...
Maxey’s Rise, Steph Needs Help, and The Clippers’ Problems
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Heading into the second month of the season, Verno and KOC discuss a handful of teams whose stock is...
Is Minnesota for Real? Plus, Scottie’s Emergence, the Bucks' Issues, and NBA Media Changes
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the Bucks losing to the Pacers despite getting 54 points from Giannis, before ...
Harden’s Big "Meh" Debut, What the In-Season Tournament Is Missing, and Sophomore Check-ins
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the Monday slate of NBA games, including James Harden’s debut with the Clipp...
Will James Harden Be Happy With the Clippers? Plus, Three Early Winners and Losers of the Season
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss James Harden’s comments at his introductory press conference with the Clippe...
James Harden Trade Reaction, Plus Second Impressions From the NBA Season So Far
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After requesting a trade in June, James Harden finally got his wish, and Verno and KOC react to the ...
Dame Time Debut, The Hardenless Sixers, and More First Impressions From Opening Week
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the phenomenal debut of Damian Lillard in Milwaukee, as the Bucks defeat the 7...
Giannis Extends with the Bucks, Grizzlies Options at Center, and NBA Season Predictions
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC go through all the latest NBA news, beginning with Giannis’s three-year extension wi...
2023-24 Semi-Bold NBA Season Predictions
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC break down the news of assistant coach Terry Stott's departure from Bucks, as well as ...
Denver’s Dynasty Plans, Dame’s Debut, and NBA Preseason Observations
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC open the show by discussing Kevin’s latest article detailing Nuggets GM Calvin Booth...
Wemby Vs. Chet, Loaded Suns, Bleak Mavs, and More Early Preseason Takeaways
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss their excitement for the upcoming season after watching Victor Wembanyama batt...
Breaking Down Jrue to Boston, the Bright-Future Blazers, and the Sphere
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After being included in the trade for Damian Lillard, Jrue Holiday is on the move once again as the ...
Damian Lillard Finally Traded, Set to Join Giannis and the Bucks
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It finally happened ... Damian Lillard has been traded and will join Giannis on the Bucks after a t...
Eight Things to Look Forward to Entering the NBA Season
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After it was reported that the Raptors are front-runners to trade for Damian Lillard, Verno and KOC ...
Who’s the Mystery Dame Team? Plus, Lakers Reloaded, and KOC’s Rising Sarr
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss the low-risk signing of Kelly Oubre Jr. for the 76ers and debate whether Jarre...
Team USA's World Cup Woes, KOC’s Franz Crush, and the NBA's New Rest Rules
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC recap the FIBA World Cup and discuss what went wrong for Team USA, before showing some...
Can SGA Make the Leap Next Season? Plus, Admiring All the Talent at the World Cup and the Lost Art of Rebounding.
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC continue to share their excitement for the ongoing FIBA Basketball World Cup (01:00). ...
World Cup Takeaways, Luka’s MVP Odds, and the Bright Now Suns
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss how impressed they are with the presentation of the World Cup and their excite...
World Cup Takeaways, Anthony Edwards's Ascension, and Another NBA Investigation
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The NBA is investigating James Harden calling Daryl Morey a liar, as Verno and KOC discuss the ongoi...
The James Harden Soap Opera, Broadcast Changes, and Cooper Flagg Reclassifies
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC react to James Harden's comments, in which he called Daryl Morey a liar, at an Adidas ...
AD’s New Bag, Paolo Vs. Melo, and Is This the Hawks' Last Chance With Trae?
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC react to Anthony Davis’s historic contract extension and explain why this was the ri...
The Summer 'Mismatch' Mailbag: Hyped Teams, Timberwolves' Future, and Perfect Movies
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the news cycle slows down, Verno and KOC open up the mailbag and answer all of your burning quest...
That’s True, That Might Be True, That’s Ridiculous: LIV NBA, 2024 Futures, and Player Empowerment
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC have another rendition of everyone’s favorite game: That’s True, That Might Be Tru...
Embiid's Future, Summer League Standouts, and Lingering NBA Story Lines
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss how impressed they are by the Summer League performance of Cam Whitmore after ...
Summer League Takeaways, Bright Futures, and the Dame-Harden Sagas
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC are back home from Las Vegas, and they discuss the top performances from this year's s...
The Wembanyama Experience, Summer League Observations, and Will People Care about the In-Season Tournament?
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC are in Las Vegas for NBA Summer League, as they discuss what made Victor Wembanyama’...
Damian Lillard’s Demands, Free Agency Takeaways, and Summer League Preview
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC discuss Damian Lillard's request for a trade from the Blazers (01:20). Despite Dame’...
James Harden on the Move, Kyrie Irving's Future, and the Next Bruce Brown
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Verno and KOC debate where James Harden will land after he opted into his contract with the 76ers an...