The Mismatch

Can the Cavs Stay Undefeated? Plus: 'Inside the NBA' Lives, AD's Offense, the Great Barrier Thief, and More Surprises This Season.

19 Nov 2024

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Verno and Jacoby discuss some of the scores from Monday night and share their excitement about the Cavs-Celtics NBA Cup game later tonight (01:12). Ca...

A Crisis in Dallas? Plus: Magic’s Defensive Prowess, Cling Kong, and Mikal’s Big Apple Struggles.

15 Nov 2024

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Verno and Jacoby discuss the big games this week from Victor Wembanyama and Giannis Antetokounmpo and briefly debate whose game was bigger (02:05). Th...

The 10 Most Real Things in the NBA

12 Nov 2024

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Verno and Jacoby discuss how disappointed they are with the growing number of injuries around the league (01:25). They then each share five things tha...

Sabonis Appreciation, Bleak Lakers, Wemby’s Poor Shooting, and Why Booing Is Fun

08 Nov 2024

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Verno and Jacoby open up the show by discussing Tyrese Maxey’s injury (01:12) and the abundance of injuries that have already occurred in the league...

Positive Perspectives for Each Team in the NBA

05 Nov 2024

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Verno and Jacoby go through each game from Monday night's slate of action, as they both share one positive view for all 30 teams in the league. The R...

The Ballad of Chavano Hield, Bad Vibes Bucks, and the Joe Mazz Fight Club

01 Nov 2024

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Verno and Jacoby briefly discuss last night's slate of games, including the struggling Bucks losing to the Grizzlies (01:02). They then discuss player...

Nuggets on the Verge of Imploding, Paolo Drops 50, and D-Wade’s Statue, Plus: Overreactions, Surprises, and Who Should Be Panicking

29 Oct 2024

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Verno and Jacoby go through last night’s slate of games, including Paolo Banchero dropping 50 points against the Pacers, the Nuggets almost blowing ...

Impressions After the First Week of the NBA, Plus Teams, Players, and Things We Loved and Loathed

25 Oct 2024

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The NBA is finally back as Verno and Jacoby react to last night’s slate of games and share their first impressions after the opening week of the NBA...

2024-2025 NBA Season Preview and Predictions

22 Oct 2024

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Verno and Jacoby open up the episode by recapping the handful of players who signed contract extensions (01:18). Next, they preview the upcoming NBA s...

The Biggest Questions Leading Up to the NBA Season

18 Oct 2024

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Verno and Jacoby go through some of the most burning questions leading up to the start of the NBA season (02:00). They talk about Joel Embiid’s comm...

10 Things to Look Forward to This NBA Season With David Jacoby

26 Sep 2024

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Chris Vernon is joined by The Ringer's David Jacoby as they discuss what they are looking forward to the most this NBA season (01:42). Hosts: Chris V...

Cooper Flagg’s Shoe Deal, Mailbag Questions, and Musical Memories

27 Aug 2024

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Verno and KOC debate whether Luka Doncic really is out of shape and discuss New Balance’s new shoe endorsement deal with top prospect Cooper Flagg (...

Should Teams Tank for Cooper Flagg? Plus: Lakers’ Future Post-LeBronn, and the Cavs’ Potential in the East.

23 Aug 2024

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Verno and KOC open up the mailbag to answer more of your questions (03:50). Is Jalen Brunson’s style of play sustainable? What are the chances the P...

Zion’s Weight Loss, Yabu to Philly, and Mailbag Questions

20 Aug 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss Zion Williamson’s viral photo that shows him in great shape ahead of the season and how a healthy Zion impacts how the Pelican...

Do the Lakers and Warriors Deserve All Those National TV Games?

16 Aug 2024

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Verno and KOC react to the NBA schedule release and discuss the glaring lack of excitement around the release as well as the need for more rivalries i...

How Steph, LeBron, and KD Won Gold for Team USA. Plus, the Future of the Olympics and NBA Schedule Leaks.

13 Aug 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss Team USA’s thrilling victory over France to secure the fifth straight men's basketball gold medal (01:10). They debate where t...

USA’s Old Guys Defeat Serbia, Embiid’s Moment, France Beats Germany, and an Olympic Gold Medal Game Preview

09 Aug 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss Team USA’s incredible rally against Serbia to make it to the gold medal match on Saturday against France (01:25). They dive in...

Do You Care If Team USA Wins Gold? Plus: Steph Curry, Expansion Teams, and More From the Summer Mailbag.

06 Aug 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the latest Olympic basketball play, including the respect earned by the South Sudan team, Jamal Murray’s struggles with Canada...

Can Bam Become Even Better? Plus, NBA News and the Summer Mailbag.

01 Aug 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the U.S. men’s basketball team defeating South Sudan and how Bam Adebayo’s strong play can carry over to the upcoming season...

Team USA Dominant, Jayson Tatum’s Controversy, and Why Tyus Jones Will Succeed in Phoenix

30 Jul 2024

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Verno and KOC open up the show by discussing the U.S. men’s basketball team’s win over Nikola Jokic and Serbia (03:50). They dive into why Jayson ...

NBA Summer League Standouts and Rumors of Westbrook to the Nuggets

23 Jul 2024

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Just after the Heat beat the Grizzlies in the nail-biting NBA summer league championship game (0:58), KOC and Verno convene to talk about the standout...

Bronny James, Reed Sheppard, and Summer League Observations. Plus: Jalen Brunson’s Extension.

16 Jul 2024

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Verno and KOC are live from Las Vegas as they recap their Vegas trip before diving into the summer league action. They discuss Reed Sheppard’s impre...

Zach Edey, Jared McCain, and Impressive Rookie Debuts. Plus: DeMar’s Impact on the Kings' Offense.

09 Jul 2024

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Verno and KOC go through the most intriguing rookie debuts from over the weekend, starting with Jared McCain and Adem Bona with the 76ers (02:12). Nex...

Paul George to Philly, Klay to Dallas, Tatum's Extension, and NBA Free Agency Transactions

02 Jul 2024

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Now that the free agency period has started, Verno and KOC react to all the free agent signings, extensions, and more, starting with Jayson Tatum’s ...

NBA Draft Takeaways, Steals, and Zach Edey

28 Jun 2024

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Verno and KOC recap the 2024 NBA draft, as they discuss picks they liked, picks they disliked, surprises, and more! They start off by discussing Zach ...

No One Knows What’s Coming in the NBA Draft

25 Jun 2024

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With the NBA draft this week, Verno and KOC dive into the latest draft news, including the uncertainty around the Hawks and the top overall pick and w...

Redick to L.A., the Caruso-Giddey Deal, Bronny, and NBA Draft Rumors

21 Jun 2024

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With the Finals now behind us, Verno and KOC dive fully into the offseason, starting off with the Lakers' hiring of JJ Redick as their next head coach...

Banner 18 in Boston, the Mavs' Future, and Finals Takeaways. Plus, Who’s the Next Derrick White?

18 Jun 2024

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Verno and KOC congratulate the Boston Celtics on winning the 2024 NBA Finals! They discuss their dominant playoff run as well as their dominant play a...

Celtics Up 3-0, Luka’s Shortcomings, and Remembering Jerry West

14 Jun 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss their frustration with Luka Doncic, who fouled out in Game 3, and the ripple effect his fouling out caused (01:25). Would the Ma...

Is it Over for the Mavs? Plus: Lakers Rejected, Kyrie’s Disappearance, and Tatum’s Non-Scoring Impact.

11 Jun 2024

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As the Finals shift to Dallas for Game 3, Verno and KOC discuss how the Celtics have been able to exploit the Mavericks' defensive weaknesses, as well...

Celtics-Mavericks Game 1 Analysis, and Will Dan Hurley Leave UConn for the Lakers?

07 Jun 2024

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Verno and KOC react to the Celtics' Game 1 blowout victory, as they take a 1-0 series lead in the Finals (01:54). They discuss Kristaps Porzingis's do...

NBA Finals Preview, Celtics-Mavericks Predictions, and Draft Talk

04 Jun 2024

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Ahead of the Finals, Verno and KOC have a rendition of everyone’s favorite game: That’s True, That Might Be True, That’s Ridiculous (01:09)! The...

Dallas Advances to the NBA Finals, Wolves Exit Interviews, and an Offseason Lookahead

31 May 2024

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Verno and KOC congratulate the Dallas Mavericks as they beat the Timberwolves and advance to the Finals to face the Celtics (01:07). They discuss Luka...

Celtics Sweep, Mavs On The Brink, and Remembering Bill Walton

28 May 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the Celtics' comeback win as they sweep the Pacers and move on to the NBA Finals (00:55). They dive into why the Celtics have be...

Celtics Roll Pacers, the Dominant Dallas Defense, and Some Timberwolves Concerns

24 May 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the absolute stomping of the Pacers by the Celtics as Boston takes a 2-0 series lead (01:00). They debate whether the Pacers sta...

NBA Conference Finals Preview, Plus Denver’s Implosion, Draft Talk, and the All-Rookie Teams

21 May 2024

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The conference finals are finally here, as Verno and KOC break down how the Timberwolves beat the Nuggets in Denver to reach the Western Conference fi...

Wolves Force Game 7, Knicks-Pacers Preview, and OKC’s Odds in Dallas

17 May 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the Game 6 blowout win from the Timberwolves, as they force a Game 7 on Sunday in Denver (01:18). They then move on to tonight’...

OKC’s Gritty Win in Dallas, Celtics Go Up 3-1, Game 5 Previews, and Draft Lottery Reaction.

14 May 2024

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Chris and Kevin immediately react to the Thunder’s comeback win against the Mavericks to tie the series at 2-2 (1:17). They discuss Luka Doncic’s ...

Boston’s Big Blunder, Mavs-Thunder Takeaways, Jokic’s Legacy, and More NBA Playoff Analysis

10 May 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss PJ Washington’s performance in the Mavs' Game 2 win over the Thunder to tie the series (01:13). They also discuss Kyrie Irving...

Is Denver Dead? Plus, Knicks Escape with a Win and Game 1 Previews

07 May 2024

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Verno and KOC go through the Timberwolves blowing out the Nuggets to take a 2-0 series lead (01:03). They discuss the Wolves stingy defense on Jamal M...

Knicks and Pacers Move On, Who’s Getting the Blame in Philly, and It’s Time to Give Brunson His Flowers

03 May 2024

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Verno and KOC go through Thursday night’s set of elimination games, starting with the Knicks surviving the 76ers and advancing to the next round (01...

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

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Verno and KOC recap Monday night's slate of playoff basketball, starting with another Jamal Murray game-winning shot for the Nuggets, who eliminate th...

Lakers Collapse Again, Embiid Drops 50, Magic Dominate, and Game 3 Previews

26 Apr 2024

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Verno and KOC recap Thursday night’s slate of playoff basketball, starting with the Nuggets' 11th straight win over the Lakers (01:13). With the Lak...

Thrillers in Denver and New York, Plus Breaking Down Every NBA Playoff Series

23 Apr 2024

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Verno and KOC go through all the playoff matchups from Monday night, starting off with Jamal Murray’s game-winning shot to put the Nuggets up 2-0 ov...

Sixers Survive, Impactful Injuries, Believing in OKC, and Playoff Predictions

19 Apr 2024

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Verno and KOC share what they enjoyed the most from KOC’s interview with Victor Wembanyama before turning their attention to the play-in games from ...

Can Any of the Play-In Teams Make a Conference Finals Run? Plus, Playoff Preview and a Wemby Tease

16 Apr 2024

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Verno and KOC open the episode by briefly teasing KOC’s interview with Victor Wembanyama (01:52). They then turn their attention to the playoff matc...

A Close MVP Race, the Nobody Paolo, a New Top Prospect, and Can the Sixers Knock Off the Celtics?

12 Apr 2024

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Verno and KOC open up the episode by discussing Stephon Castle’s rise to no. 1 on KOC’s draft board (01:36). Next, they dive into everyone’s fav...

Booking Our Dream Postseason Matchups, UConn’s Dominance, and Zach Edey’s NBA Potential

09 Apr 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss last night’s national championship game, which saw UConn continue its dominance  against Purdue as it secured back-to-back ti...

How Far Can Embiid Take the Sixers? Plus, the WTF Bucks, the Randle-less Knicks, and the Warriors Came to Play.

05 Apr 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the 76ers' impressive win over the Heat (01:30). How deep of a run can the Sixers make with the returns of Joel Embiid and Tyres...

The Dangerous Mavs, Inconsistent Suns, and Uncertainty Surrounding the Knicks. Plus: Is Joel Embiid Close to Returning?

02 Apr 2024

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Verno and KOC recap last night's slate of games, beginning with the Suns as Devin Booker goes off against the Pelicans (01:47). Luka Doncic has the Ma...

The Cinderella Lakers, Standings Check-In, and March Madness Prospects

29 Mar 2024

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Verno and KOC go through last night’s slate of Sweet 16 games and discuss which players' draft stock rose (01:33). After the Pelicans beat the Bucks...

Determining Jontay Porter’s Punishment, March Madness Prospect Stock, and Can the Rockets Catch the Warriors?

26 Mar 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the NBA’s investigation into Jontay Porter after multiple instances of "betting irregularities" were discovered and debate the...

The Most Interesting NBA Players Down the Stretch, Plus March Madness Prospects to Watch

22 Mar 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss how the NCAA tournament can greatly impact the draft stocks for prospects and highlight a few of the prospects participating, in...

Exploring the Thunder’s Chemistry, Playoff Prospects, and Tournament Anticipation

19 Mar 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss how the Thunder’s organic team chemistry has led to their success this year (03:04). The guys react to Kyrie Irving’s game-w...

Is There a New Alpha in Boston? Plus, Exposing the Lack of Foul Calls.

15 Mar 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss Al Horford and Jaylen Brown’s performance in last night’s Celtics win over the Suns (01:48). Is Brown quietly becoming the n...

The NBA Postseason Belief Scale

12 Mar 2024

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With just over a month left in the regular season, Verno and KOC discuss their levels of belief in all of the potential playoff teams in each conferen...

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

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Verno and KOC start with the highly anticipated matchup between the Nuggets and Celtics, which saw the Nuggets sweep the season series. They discussed...

Dame Still Has It, Gearing Up for a Boston-Denver Collision, and Can Wemby Upset Gobert for the DPOY?

05 Mar 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the Bucks’ impressive win over the Clippers, despite being without Giannis (01:42). Dame showed us he still has some of his Po...

Buying Into the Chet Vs. Wemby Rivalry and the Emerging Warriors, Plus: Has Doc Fixed the Bucks?

01 Mar 2024

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Verno and KOC break down what could be the next great NBA rivalry between the Spurs and Thunder with Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama (01:50). They...

NBA Abominations, Wemby's 5x5, and Defending This Year's Draft Class

27 Feb 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the wild ending to the Knicks-Pistons game, as well as the weird state of the Nets franchise (01:19). Trae Young had surgery and...

The Six Most Interesting Teams Down the NBA’s Final Stretch

23 Feb 2024

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Verno and KOC are back from the All-Star break and they each name the three teams they are most interested in as teams gear up for the playoff push (0...

Trae Young Trade Rumors, Grizzlies Silver Linings, All-Star Festivities, and Does Pop Still Got It?

16 Feb 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the Grizzlies' upset win over the Bucks as well as Klay Thompson’s hot performance after getting benched (00:24). Next, they h...

Wolves and Bucks Pick Up Statement Wins, Quick Rookie Check-in, and Reacting to the Second MVP Straw Poll

13 Feb 2024

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Verno and KOC begin the show by talking about the games they attended last night, starting with the Timberwolves' victory over the Clippers. Then they...

Believing in the Thunder, Why the Knicks and Mavs Won the Day, and Recapping a Mediocre Trade Deadline

09 Feb 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss a mediocre NBA trade deadline that saw no real impactful moves made. They go through the winners of the deadline, including the ...

NBA Trade Rumor Recap, Embiid’s Surgery, and Draft Talk

06 Feb 2024

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Verno and KOC go through KOC’s recent article (found here) and discuss the 76ers' next move after Joel Embiid’s injury, whether the Hawks should c...

LeBron’s Future, a Brunson State of Mind, and Embiid’s Wild Week

02 Feb 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the selection of the All-Star reserves, starting in the East with the Knicks’ Jalen Brunson, before moving on to discuss Joel ...

Do the Heat Need to be Fixed? Plus, Doc’s Debut, Knicks Without Randle, and Yet Another 70-Point Performance

30 Jan 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss Doc Rivers’s debut coaching the Bucks, explain why Paolo Banchero will eventually be a top-five player in the league, as well ...

LeBron’s All-Star Achievement, the Unmotivated Heat, and Did the Bucks Screw This Up?

26 Jan 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the Heat’s recent skid, losing five straight; OG Anunoby’s impact with the Knicks after blowing out the Nuggets; and the Pac...

Embiid Scores 70, KAT Drops 62 (But Loses), and Risers Across the NBA

23 Jan 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss Joel Embiid’s dominant 70-point performance against the Spurs, and debate what the Sixers need to fully capitalize on Embiid’...

Pascal Siakam Trade Analysis, Plus NBA Season Midway Check-In

19 Jan 2024

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Verno and KOC react to Pascal Siakam finally being traded to the Pacers to team up with Tyrese Haliburton (03:15). They break down the trade from both...

Are the Jazz Buyers or Sellers? Plus: Trade Targets for the Kings, and Why the Spurs Should Trade for Trae Young

16 Jan 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the Martin Luther King Day slate of games, beginning with the Grizzlies' upset over the Warriors and G.G. Jackson’s breakout g...

Imagining Siakam With the Warriors, the Bucks' Championship-Caliber Defense, and Why a Two-Day Draft Makes Sense

12 Jan 2024

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Verno and KOC discuss the silver linings for the Grizzlies after Ja Morant suffered a season-ending injury before moving on to the dominant wins by th...

Do the 76ers Need to Make a Move? Questions from Around the League, plus Lakers and Warriors' Concerns

08 Jan 2024

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Verno and KOC go through 10 burning questions from around the league. They discuss which team in the West they have the most confidence in besides the...

How Long Does Darvin Ham Have? Plus: Bucks Survive Wemby and the Wide-Open Championship Landscape

05 Jan 2024

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Verno and KOC react to the thrilling game between the Bucks and Spurs that saw Victor Wembanyama go toe-to-toe with Giannis (01:08).. They next discus...

Porzingis’s Rim Influence, Luka’s Dominance, Emerging Rookies, and New Year’s Resolutions

26 Dec 2023

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Verno and KOC react to the Christmas Day slate of games, beginning with last night’s monster performance by Luka Doncic as he carried the Mavs to a ...

Was This Zion’s Plan All Along? Plus: Early MVP Candidates and the Loser Pistons.

22 Dec 2023

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Verno and KOC discuss Ja Morant’s return for the Grizzlies as well as the Pacers' continuing struggles since the IST, before explaining why the Pist...

Thunder Trade Targets, Lauri Markkanen’s Value, Should the Cavs Reset, and Other League Observations

19 Dec 2023

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After the Bulls upset the 76ers, Verno and KOC discuss the promising development of Coby White before giving credit to James Harden and Clippers, as i...

Warriors' Silver Linings, the Clippers Are Back, and NBA Trade Season Is Here

15 Dec 2023

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Verno and KOC discuss what Draymond Green’s indefinite suspension means for the Warriors as well as Green himself (01:22). Can he control his emotio...

NBA Standings Check-in, Zion’s Comeback, DeRozan Trades, a Lakers Master Class, and a Tournament Recap

12 Dec 2023

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Verno and KOC give their final thoughts about the in-season tournament after the Lakers defeated the Pacers to claim the first ever NBA Cup (01:09). T...

Tournament Instant Reaction: Haliburton's Rising Star Power and Lakers Dominance

08 Dec 2023

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Verno and KOC are live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas as they react to the semifinal round of the in-season tournament! They first discuss the Pacer...

Recapping the Awesome NBA Knockout Round: Pacers Upset Celtics, Pelicans Stop the Beam

05 Dec 2023

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Verno and KOC discuss Tyrese Haliburton's amazing performance as the Pacers defeat the Celtics to advance to the semifinals of the In-Season Tournamen...

The NBA’s Biggest Surprises and Disappointments So Far, Plus An In-Season Tournament Preview

01 Dec 2023

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Verno and KOC go through the night's slate of NBA action before discussing what they would change for future in-season tournaments (02:11). They next ...

Can Devin Booker Win MVP? Plus, KOC’s Power Rankings, the Surging Sixers, and True Contenders

28 Nov 2023

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Verno and KOC discuss the dominant performance by Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and the rest of the 76ers as they blew out the Lakers by 44 points on Mon...

Thanksgiving Week Mismatch Mega-Pod

22 Nov 2023

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Verno and KOC go through last night’s in-season tournament play, starting with the Pacers, who clinched their spot in the knockout stage, and the gr...

Are the Warriors Dead? Plus, the Loaded Celtics, Haliburton's Ascent, and Detroit’s Breakdown

17 Nov 2023

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Verno and KOC open up the show by discussing the bad as well as some good about Draymond Green’s suspension for choking Rudy Gobert (01:13). The guy...

Maxey’s Rise, Steph Needs Help, and The Clippers’ Problems

14 Nov 2023

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Heading into the second month of the season, Verno and KOC discuss a handful of teams whose stock is trending up, and which teams are trending down. ...

Is Minnesota for Real? Plus, Scottie’s Emergence, the Bucks' Issues, and NBA Media Changes

10 Nov 2023

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Verno and KOC discuss the Bucks losing to the Pacers despite getting 54 points from Giannis, before discussing Adam Silver’s comments wishing that N...

Harden’s Big "Meh" Debut, What the In-Season Tournament Is Missing, and Sophomore Check-ins

07 Nov 2023

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Verno and KOC discuss the Monday slate of NBA games, including James Harden’s debut with the Clippers, before discussing how they felt about the new...

Will James Harden Be Happy With the Clippers? Plus, Three Early Winners and Losers of the Season

03 Nov 2023

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Verno and KOC discuss James Harden’s comments at his introductory press conference with the Clippers, and explain why what he said is worrisome (03:...

James Harden Trade Reaction, Plus Second Impressions From the NBA Season So Far

31 Oct 2023

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After requesting a trade in June, James Harden finally got his wish, and Verno and KOC react to the 76ers sending him to the Clippers for a handful of...

Dame Time Debut, The Hardenless Sixers, and More First Impressions From Opening Week

27 Oct 2023

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Verno and KOC discuss the phenomenal debut of Damian Lillard in Milwaukee, as the Bucks defeat the 76ers despite a rare off night from Giannis (01:25)...

Giannis Extends with the Bucks, Grizzlies Options at Center, and NBA Season Predictions

24 Oct 2023

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Verno and KOC go through all the latest NBA news, beginning with Giannis’s three-year extension with the Bucks and how this solidifies Milwaukee's f...

2023-24 Semi-Bold NBA Season Predictions

20 Oct 2023

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Verno and KOC break down the news of assistant coach Terry Stott's departure from Bucks, as well as the never-ending drama with James Harden (00:00). ...

Denver’s Dynasty Plans, Dame’s Debut, and NBA Preseason Observations

17 Oct 2023

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Verno and KOC open the show by discussing Kevin’s latest article detailing Nuggets GM Calvin Booth's desire to build a dynasty in Denver (01:36). Da...

Wemby Vs. Chet, Loaded Suns, Bleak Mavs, and More Early Preseason Takeaways

10 Oct 2023

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Verno and KOC discuss their excitement for the upcoming season after watching Victor Wembanyama battle Chet Holmgren in the Spurs' preseason opener ag...

Breaking Down Jrue to Boston, the Bright-Future Blazers, and the Sphere

01 Oct 2023

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After being included in the trade for Damian Lillard, Jrue Holiday is on the move once again as the Celtics acquire him from the Blazers for Robert Wi...

Damian Lillard Finally Traded, Set to Join Giannis and the Bucks

28 Sep 2023

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It finally happened ... Damian Lillard has been traded and will join Giannis on the Bucks after a three-team trade sent Dame to Milwaukee; Jrue Holid...

Eight Things to Look Forward to Entering the NBA Season

26 Sep 2023

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After it was reported that the Raptors are front-runners to trade for Damian Lillard, Verno and KOC discuss Toronto’s interest in Dame, what it woul...

Who’s the Mystery Dame Team? Plus, Lakers Reloaded, and KOC’s Rising Sarr

19 Sep 2023

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Verno and KOC discuss the low-risk signing of Kelly Oubre Jr. for the 76ers and debate whether Jarred Vanderbilt can exceed expectations after the Lak...

Team USA's World Cup Woes, KOC’s Franz Crush, and the NBA's New Rest Rules

12 Sep 2023

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Verno and KOC recap the FIBA World Cup and discuss what went wrong for Team USA, before showing some love to Dillon Brooks and Team Canada (01:58). Af...