The Mismatch

NBA Quarter-Mark Check-In, Plus Reacting to a Wild Night of Games

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC recap some of the exciting games from last night, including Lakers-Pacers, Magic-Nets, and more (02:05). While discussing the Wizards-Ti...

Ten Things We Are Thankful for This NBA Season

22 Nov 2022

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With Thanksgiving this week, Verno and KOC each give five things they are thankful for this NBA season (06:15). Some of the things the guys are thankf...

The Good and Not So Good About the NBA This Week

18 Nov 2022

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Verno and KOC discuss the good and bad from the NBA this week, beginning with the amazing run that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is on before discussing the...

12 Things We Like and Dislike from the NBA

15 Nov 2022

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Verno and KOC each give three things they like and three things that they don’t like from this NBA season so far. Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’...

Luka Needs Help, Believing in the Blazers, and Do We Really Need All These Jerseys?

11 Nov 2022

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Verno and KOC begin the show previewing Timberwolves-Grizzlies before diving into last night’s Blazers-Pelicans game (01:59). As the Jazz keep winni...

A Loaded NBA Night, the Hot Jazz, and a Pelicans Debate

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC open up the show discussing the Celtics-Grizzlies game and Jayson Tatum’s hot start to the season (02:42). After praising last night’...

The NBA’s Disgusting Off-Court Stories Overshadow a Competitive Start to the Season

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show discussing Kyrie Irving’s apology (02:11). James Harden is expected to miss a month with a foot injury, but the guys be...

BREAKING: Nets Fire Nash, Eye Udoka, Plus: Siakim’s Dominance, Cade’s Rise, and Kawhi’s Weird Season

01 Nov 2022

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The Nets and Steve Nash agreed to mutually part ways, so Verno and KOC discuss the fallout in Brooklyn before briefly discussing the noise around Kyri...

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the NBA Season So Far

28 Oct 2022

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Verno and KOC go through the good, the bad, and the ugly of the NBA season. Some of the good includes stars playing like stars, the higher scoring aro...

Another Rendition of That’s True, That Might Be True, or That’s Ridiculous

25 Oct 2022

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Verno and KOC go through a list of the hottest NBA topics in ‘That’s True, That Might Be True, or That’s Ridiculous!’ They discuss whether the...

Early First Impressions of the NBA Season

21 Oct 2022

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With the NBA season officially underway, Verno and KOC go through their first impressions. They begin discussing the bad vibes in Philadelphia before ...

Semi-Bold NBA Predictions, Extension Talks, and the Philadelphia 76ers

18 Oct 2022

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Verno and KOC discuss who did and didn’t get contract extensions as NBA rosters are now set for the start of the season (01:59). Then, the guys disc...

10 Questions for the Upcoming NBA Season

14 Oct 2022

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Vernon and KOC begin the show discussing reports that the Lakers are planning on moving Russell Westbrook to the bench for their final preseason game ...

The Most Interesting Players Going Into the 2022-23 NBA Season

11 Oct 2022

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Verno and KOC discuss the only potential flaw for Victor Wembanyama, before discussing Nikola Jovic’s near-perfect pairing with the Heat, and the la...

The Draymond Green Punch, the Victor Wembanyama Experience, and NBA Season Predictions With Adam Lefkoe

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC return and are joined by TNT’s Adam Lefkoe. They discuss KOC’s trip to Las Vegas to watch top prospects Victor Wembanyama and Scoot ...

Suns Drama, Sixers Hype, and an NBA Media Day Recap

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show by discussing the 76ers after KOC attended their media day (01:35). He shares his excitement to see a full season of Joel...

Rest in Peace, Jonathan Tjarks

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Before starting today’s show, Verno and KOC share memories of our friend and colleague Jonathan Tjarks, who passed away over the weekend due to canc...

Looking at the Mitchell Trade From the Cavs’ and Jazz’s Perspectives, Plus ‘2K’ Ratings and Wembanyama Coming Soon to the U.S.

07 Sep 2022

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Verno and KOC give their first reaction to the Cavs’ trade for Donovan Mitchell (01:07). Can Cleveland take the next step to compete for a champions...

What Barrett Extension Means for ​​Donovan Mitchell, and Your Mailbag Questions!

30 Aug 2022

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Verno and KOC discuss the Knicks signing R.J. Barrett to a four-year extension and what this means for Donovan Mitchell (00:58). The Wizards are being...

Reading Between the Lines of the Pat Bev Trade and the Real Impact of Chet’s Injury

25 Aug 2022

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Verno and KOC discuss the latest trade in the NBA as Patrick Beverly makes his way back to Los Angeles, but this time he’ll join LeBron James and th...

BREAKING: Kevin Durant Staying in Brooklyn. What’s Next for the Nets?

23 Aug 2022

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Verno and KOC return as they discuss Kevin Durant backtracking his trade request to remain with the Nets (01:14). Verno shares what he believes to be ...

Remembering Bill Russell, Tampering Unfairness, and Your Mailbag Questions

02 Aug 2022

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Verno and KOC open the show by sharing their memories of NBA legend Bill Russell, who passed away over the weekend (01:02). As more charges of tamperi...

What Would It Take to Get KD to Boston, Can Tatum Be the Guy, and Latest on Mitchell

26 Jul 2022

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Verno and KOC discuss whether the Celtics should go for it all and trade for Kevin Durant (03:25). As the guys debate what it would take for the Celti...

Top Summer League Performances, Interesting Teams, and Lakers Drama

19 Jul 2022

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Verno and KOC congratulate the Blazers for winning this year’s summer league tournament before discussing the top performers (02:00). The guys debat...

Ayton Returning to the Desert, Do What You Can to Get Mitchell, and Summer League Prospect Watching

15 Jul 2022

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Verno and KOC are back home as they discuss the Suns matching the Pacers' offer sheet for Deandre Ayton (01:30). While it’s been extremely quiet wit...

The Young Warriors, Paolo’s Proportionate Size, and Thanks Steph Curry

11 Jul 2022

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Verno and KOC report from Las Vegas one last time, as they discuss the latest news on Deandre Ayton before going into James Wiseman’s Summer League ...

Summer League Observations and the Mavs' Future With J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks | The Void

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey, it's Kevin; thank you for listening to The Void. Today’s guests are The Ringer’s own J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks from Upside High. We ar...

Summer League Recap, Preview, and Speeding Tickets

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC are live from Las Vegas for the NBA summer league as they recap the debut of Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren, and others (01:05). They als...

All Quiet on the Free Agency Front, The Gobert Gamble, and Summer League Excitement

05 Jul 2022

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After the initial wave of signings, free agency has hit a stall as Verno and KOC discuss how the league is waiting for Kevin Durant to get traded (01:...

Where in the World Will KD Go, and Recapping the Early Free Agency Moves

01 Jul 2022

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Kevin Durant ruined all of free agency, so Verno and KOC open up the show by going through the potential teams that can put together the historical pa...

Brunson to New York, Implications for the Knicks and Mavs With Marc Stein | The Void

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey, it’s Kevin! Thank you for listening to 'The Void.' With the news of Jalen Brunson possibly leaving the Mavs for the Knicks, I bring on Marc Ste...

Post-Draft Stories and Getting Ready for Free Agency

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC return to give their reaction to how the NBA draft shook out (01:20). With free agency starting up this week, the guys dive into the hot...

Seven Lingering Questions Following the NBA Draft With Logan Murdock | The Void

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey, it's Kevin! Thank you for listening to 'The Void'. Today The Ringer's Logan Murdock is joining the show to discuss some of our takeaways from the...

Gearing Up for the NBA Draft, Players on the Move, and Potential Sleepers

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the draft just days away, Verno and KOC discuss whether the top of the order is set in stone, or if we should expect moves to be made (00:56). An...

Drafting the Magic’s Future With Kevin Clark and Steve Ceruti | The Void

18 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey it’s Kevin, on today’s podcast I spoke with The Ringer’s resident Magic fans, Kevin Clark and Steve Ceruti. With the draft less than a week ...

Warriors Are Champions Once Again, Disappointment in Tatum, and Memories About Fathers

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Congratulations to the Golden State Warriors for beating the Boston Celtics and winning the NBA championship! Verno and KOC give their first reactions...

Game 6 Preview, Playoff Lessons, and Lakers Rumors With Daman Rangoola | The Void

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey, it’s Kevin. On today’s podcast I spoke with Daman Rangoola from NBA and Lakers Twitter. We talk Game 6 of the Finals, Andrew Wiggins, Russell...

The Andrew Wiggins Game, What Went Wrong With the Celtics, and Meeting Paolo Banchero

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Wiggins has arrived! Verno and KOC give high praise to Wiggins after his stellar Game 5 performance that helped the Warriors take a 3-2 series ...

Aftermath of Game 3 in Boston, Is Draymond Confident or Arrogant, and Who Would You Take No. 1?

10 Jun 2022

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The Celtics took Game 3, and Verno and KOC discuss what the win means for Boston (01:00). Despite the Warriors' loss, Draymond Green remains confident...

How the Warriors Bounced Back in Game 2, Our Favorite Beatles, and a Head-Coaching Update

07 Jun 2022

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Verno and KOC recap the Warriors' Game 2 victory that tied their series against the Celtics (01:49). They detail how the Warriors were able to bounce ...

Recapping an Amazing Game 1 and Witnessing the Birth of a Star

03 Jun 2022

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After most of the conference finals games were blowouts, Game 1 of the NBA Finals had it all, and Verno and KOC recap the Celtics' comeback victory (0...

The Thunder Forecast With Tyler Parker and Andrew Schlecht | The Void

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey it’s Kevin, on today’s podcast I spoke with The Ringer’s Tyler Parker—an OKC mega-fan—and Andrew Schlect, who covers the Thunder for The...

Previewing the Warriors-Celtics Finals, Tatum’s Maturity, and Pop Culture Reviews

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Finals are set as Steph Curry and the Warriors will face Jayson Tatum and the Celtics. Verno and KOC discuss the Warriors' return to the big stage...

Admitting Celtics Are Finals Contenders, Mavs Need Super Luka, and Drama in Brooklyn

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After the Celtics beat the Heat to take a 3-2 series lead, Verno finally admits to KOC that the Celtics are Finals contenders (00:45). With the Celtic...

Blowout Playoff Games, Rethinking Mavs-Warriors, and Tim Connelly Leaving

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show discussing the abnormal number of blowout playoff games this season (01:00). After the Heat were physical in their Game 3...

Bonus Pod! 2022 NBA Mock Draft With Kevin O'Connor | The Void

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey, it's Kevin with a surprise podcast! I'll be discussing the NBA conference finals on Tuesday’s episode of The MisMatch, but today I’ll be goin...

Mavs Meltdown with Kirk Henderson and Sam Esfandiari, Plus: Mirin Fader on Keegan Murray and Jabari Smith Jr. | The Void

22 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey, it’s Kevin, thank you for listening to 'The Void'. In this episode I briefly go over Game 3 between the Heat and Celtics before being joined by...

Warriors Roll as Wiggins Finds His Role, Looney on the Boards, and Landing in the Perfect Spot

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC recap last night’s Game 1 victory for the Warriors and focus their attention on Andrew Wiggins (00:45). Luka and the Mavs are going to...

Previewing the Conference Finals, Bleak Future Suns, and Tonight’s NBA Draft Lottery

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals between the Heat and Celtics is tonight as KOC and Verno preview the series between the top two teams in the E...

Tatum Explodes, Warriors Advance, and Game 7 Previews With Bill Simmons and Mo Dakhil | The Void

14 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey, it’s Kevin. What a night of basketball with the Celtics beating the Bucks to force a Game 7 and the Warriors finishing the Grizzlies with a hug...

Epic Comeback or Total Collapse? Plus: Griz Make a Statement and Jimmy’s That Guy in the Postseason.

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show discussing Game 5 between the Bucks and Celtics (01:59). They debate if the Bucks win was a comeback or a collapse by the...

Al Horford Balling Out, Stop With the Whining, and Embiid Makes All the Difference

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC recap Monday night’s slate of playoff action, beginning with the Celtics' resilient win to tie their series against the Bucks (01:56)....

Embiid Returns, Brunson Shines, And Celtics-Bucks Deep Dive | The Void

07 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey it’s Kevin, thank you for listening to The Void. The Ringer’s Rob Mahoney joined first to recap Friday night’s games and previewed Game 3 of...

76ers Falling Fast, Building Around Luka, and What Are You Watching Tonight?

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

James Harden has yet to show up and even if Joel Embiid returns, there’s little chance the 76ers can turn it around as Verno and KOC recap Game 2 be...

Entering the Conference Semifinals, Hellacious Heat, and the Celtics' Cause for Pause

03 May 2022

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Verno and KOC recap the beginning of the conference semifinals, beginning with Heat-76ers (01:51). They question whether James Harden will ever return...

Moving Into the Second Round, Zion and LaVine's Future, and Music Talk with Logan Murdock | The Void

30 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey it’s Kevin, thanks for listening to The Void. Today’s guest is Ringer Staff writer and Real Ones co-host, Logan Murdock. He joins the show fol...

Bucks and Warriors Moving On, Doc Close to Blowing It Again, and Which Teams Left Will Advance

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the Bucks and Warriors moving on to the second round, Verno and KOC recap the first-round series for both teams. They preview the Bucks' matchup ...

So Much for Those Nets, Raptors Not Done Yet, and the Real Mavs Are Starting to Show Up

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC discuss the Celtics' surprising first-round sweep of the Nets and explain why Boston winning is ultimately good for the league (01:30). ...

Recapping a Wildly Entertaining Night of Playoff Basketball

21 Apr 2022

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Verno and KOC begin the show by recapping the Celtics-Nets game as they talk about the C’s defense against Kevin Durant, Jayson Tatum, and Ben Simmo...

The Pelicans Upset, the Grizzlies Bounce Back, and Butler Dominates With Rohan Nadkarni | The Void

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey, it’s Kevin, thanks for listening to 'The Void.' Today’s guest is Rohan Nadkarni, an NBA writer for Sports Illustrated. He joins the show to r...

The Emergence of Jordan Poole, Same Old Tune for the Jazz, and Previewing Tonight’s Matchups

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show recapping the Warriors-Nuggets game from last night, and one thing is certain: The Warriors are back (01:55). They discus...

Trae Loves to Put on a Show, and NBA Playoff Weekend Preview. Plus: What Is Zion Doing?

15 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In looking at the Cavs-Nets game, Verno and KOC both agree that, besides the first quarter, the Cavs looked good (02:15). They also blast the Hornets'...

State of the Knicks With CP "The Fanchise" | The Void

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey it’s Kevin, thanks for listening to 'The Void.' Today’s guest is Casey Powell, or as he is better known: CP "The Fanchise." CP is die-hard Kni...

Regular Season Wrapped, Play-In Preview, and Who’s Your MVP?

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC go over the final NBA regular-season standings and gear up for the play-in tournament. The Celtics finished the year as the 2-seed, but ...

The Heat Clinch, Bottom of the Bracket Teams, and Key Players Returning for the Playoff Run

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC discuss the latest news going into the last weekend of the NBA season beginning with the Heat, who clinched the top overall seed in the ...

NBA Playoffs Update, State of the Jazz, and Bye Bye Lakers With Nate Jones | The Void

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey it's Kevin, thanks for listening to The Void. Today’s guest is Nate Jones, who is a marketer and agent for Goodwin Sports, a sports agency that ...

Congrats to Kansas, Playoff Standings, and Gearing Up for a Wild Finish in the NBA

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show congratulating Kansas for beating North Carolina in the NCAA men's national championship before discussing whether any pl...

Is Giannis the Real MVP? Plus, Cade Turning the Corner and the 50-Point March Blowout.

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show by discussing Thursday night’s win for the Bucks and debating whether Giannis just stole the MVP with his performance (...

Going In-Depth on the Raptors, Scottie Barnes, and the Future of the NBA With Samson Folk | The Void

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. KOC goes up north and brings on Sam...

With No Time Lord There’s No Chance, the Suns' Immunity, and ROTY Misinterpretations

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show by discussing the injury to Robert Williams and what it means to the Celtics (02:33). The Warriors have lost nearly every...

Rethinking Prospect Rankings, Understanding the Disrespect for the Suns, and You Wanna Fight Me?

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show discussing their latest NBA prospect rankings (01:09). Has Chet Holmgren fallen from the top spot after Gonzaga’s loss?...

Analyzing the NBA Draft and March Madness With Titus and Tate | The Void

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside basketball with the people who know it best. With March Madness in full swing...

Coming Around on the Celtics, Whether Something Is Wrong with Harden, and the Clippers Hoping for a Run

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the Celtics riding a four-game win streak, has Verno come around to see them as a Finals sleeper (02:11)? KOC gives us reasons the Celtics are se...

The Chet Holmgren Show, What Will Happen With the Warriors, and the Raptors' Chances

18 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC go through the first day of the NCAA tournament and how the top prospects performed (01:40). One of the top prospects, Chet Holmgren, bl...

Mavs Going Full Luka, Watching the Suns Without CP3, and Rookie Growth With Dan Devine

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. Today’s guest is The Ringer’s o...

Scouting Prospects and the NBA Landscape With "the Machine," John Hollinger

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show by discussing KAT’s 60-point performance, Draymond Green’s return, and Kevin Garnett’s jersey retirement (01:15). T...

Boo Fest in Philly With Small-Game James, Adding More Incentives, and Witnessing the Birth of an All-Star

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show by discussing the Nets' blowout win against the 76ers (01:30) before discussing Seth Curry’s influence and why he’s b...

The Kyrie Show, Clippers Conspiracy, and Jokic’s Influence With Adam Mares | The Void

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. Today’s guest is Adam Mares. He i...

The Jokic Case for MVP, Finals Pretenders or Contenders, and the Russ Drama in La La Land

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show discussing the level playing field in the East and West (01:40). Both are excited to watch the race to the postseason, wi...

Lakers Continuing to Fall, How Dinwiddie Got His Groove Back, and Whether the Celtics Should Be Considered Finals Sleepers

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC open up the show by discussing yet another Lakers blowout loss, this time to the Clippers (01:54). KOC believes the loss was symbolic, w...

LeBron’s Loser Lakers, Zion News, and the Play-in Race With Jason Maples | The Void

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. Today’s guest is Jason Maples. He...

Recapping Ja’s Epic Night and How Good Are the T-Wolves? Plus, the Lakers Still Have a Chance.

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno is still buzzing from last night’s Grizzlies game after watching Ja Mortant drop 52 points (01:10). KOC points out how Morant has fully embrac...

DeMar the Cheat Code, Embiid Wanted Someone Else, and the Growing Questions in Portland

25 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The All-Star break is over as the second half of the NBA season is underway! The Bulls beat the Hawks on Thursday night, with DeMar DeRozan continuing...

Zion Ripple Effects, Knicks Outlook, and the State of the NBA With Jason Concepcion | The Void

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. KOC brings on Crooked Media’s Jas...

Recapping All-Star Festivities and Predicting Second-Half Story Lines

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show detailing their All-Star Weekend. This weekend’s dunk contest was a complete dud, and the guys debate what the NBA can ...

Two Sides of New York Basketball, Whether Simons Gives the Blazers a Chance, and the Mavs' Future With Rob Mahoney | The Void

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. Today, KOC is joined by The Ringer'...

The James Harden Drama Continues, Getting Giddy About Giddey, and All-Star Game Predictions

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show discussing Jake Fischer’s latest article, which details Kevin Durant’s role in the James Harden trade (03:59). Will d...

Finding the Right Roles in Philly and Brooklyn, and Recapping the Trade Deadline

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC recap the slew of NBA trades made yesterday, beginning with the one trade everyone was waiting for: James Harden for Ben Simmons (02:00)...

Securing Trade Intel With Jake Fischer | The Void

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer jo...

Instant Reaction to the Kings-Pacers Trade

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin O’Connor, Seerat Sohi, and Logan Murdock got together on Greenroom to discuss today’s trade between the Sacramento Kings and Indiana Pacers,...

Reacting to the CJ McCollum Trade, Wondering Whether James Harden Will Be Dealt, and Watching Myles Turner Shoot His Shot

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trade week is here for the NBA, and Verno and KOC discuss the most recent transaction between the Blazers and Pelicans (02:01). CJ McCollum, Larry Nan...

Questioning Middleton’s All-Star Selection, Congrats to Fred VanVleet, and Reggie's "Skip-to-my-Lou" Game-Winner

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show discussing the selection of the All-Star reserves (04:08). They discuss the surprising selection of Khris Middleton over ...

The Beautiful Suns, Deadline Deals, and All-Star Reserves With Wosny Lambre | The Void

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. With his birthday on Sunday, it’s...

NBA CrunchTime Debut, Predicting the Remaining All-Stars, and Looking Across the League With Ryen Russilo

01 Feb 2022

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Verno and KOC discuss the debut of the NBA’s version of NFL RedZone, NBA CrunchTime (02:00). Both share ideas for how to improve the show. As the Be...

The Surprise All-Star, Embiid's MVP Case, Pelicans Have a Chance, and the G League Initiative

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show discussing the 2022 NBA All-Star starters and Andrew Wiggins's surprise nod (01:40). Did Wiggins get some help from an un...

Spo Keeping the Heat Hot, Bucks Defensive Evolution, and the Flawed All-Star Process With Nekias Duncan | The Void

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. Basketaballnews.com writer and podc...

Don’t Count Out Hawks Just Yet, the Lakers' Brodie Trade Decision, and a Surprise Guest

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC begin the show discussing the up-and-down season from Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks (02:31). They also discuss the importance of De'A...

How the Suns are Maintaining Success, Laker Woes, and the Continuing Uncertainty With Ben Simmons

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re just past the halfway point of the NBA season and the Suns have yet to hit double-digit losses, so Verno and KOC detail how Phoenix has been a...

Finding Hope in Detroit and Looking Back at the 2021 NBA Draft Class With Nick Henkel | The Void

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. In today’s episode, KOC welcomes ...

Heating Up in Miami, Whether Harden Can Lead the Nets, and Mavs Are Turning the Corner

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the Bulls and Nets dealing with key injuries, Verno and KOC debate whether the Heat can take advantage and become the 1-seed in the East (03:45)....