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The Five Players We’re Most Intrigued by Post-Quarantine | The Mismatch
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A lot can change in an unprecedented, three-month interruption of the NBA season. After not seeing much of anything from players on social media since...
The NBA’s Orlando Health Guidelines, the 2009 Memphis Draft, and More Mailbag | The Mismatch
19 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We run through some of the details of the NBA’s 100-page booklet of health guidelines for when the league returns in Orlando (2:00), before revisiti...
A Growing Contingent of NBA Players Is Wondering If the League Should Return at All | The Mismatch
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A group of players reportedly led by Kyrie Irving held a phone call to discuss whether returning to play—amid the COVID-19 pandemic and continued so...
How Will the NBA Handle Growing Concern Over Its ‘Campus’ Environment? | The Mismatch
12 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As the restart of the NBA season gets closer and closer, there are rumblings among some players about how comfortable they will be about staying in th...
What Needs to Happen Before the NBA Officially Returns? | The Mismatch
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Now that we have a date for when the NBA will be playing games again, the focus has narrowed to what happens in the interim. We discuss the NBA’s ev...
The NBA’s Return Plan Was Approved by the Board of Governors. Now What? | The Mismatch
05 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After Thursday’s board of governors call with Adam Silver, the NBA has almost unanimously approved the league’s plan to return with eight regular-...
As NBA Players Protest Police Brutality Around the Country, the League Is Locking in Its Return Plan | The Mismatch
03 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the sweeping condemnation of police brutality from NBA players and the NBA community—in line with nationwide protests over the last week—...
Gregg Popovich on America in 2020, the Leadership Void, and What Needs to Change | Flying Coach With Steve Kerr and Pete Carroll
03 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve and Pete are joined by San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich to have a conversation about the state of our nation, how we got here as a co...
Which Return Method Do NBA Front Offices Prefer? Plus: Most Overrated/Underrated NBA Stats | The Mismatch
29 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss Kevin’s report that the NBA GMs voted overwhelmingly against the group stage format floated by the league earlier this week (1:56). Then,...
Will the NBA Go to a Group Stage Format for Its Playoffs? | The Mismatch
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As the NBA nears its return, we explore the benefits and drawbacks of adopting a World Cup–style group stage for the 2020 playoffs. Could this draw ...
The Passing of Jerry Sloan, the NBA’s COVID Testing Plan, and Mailbag Questions | The Mismatch
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Longtime Utah Jazz coach and NBA Hall of Famer Jerry Sloan died Tuesday morning. We remember his playing and coaching career and the legacy he leaves ...
The NBA Return Forecast, Bojan Bogdanovic’s Surgery, and the Knicks’ Future. Plus: ‘The Last Dance’ Finale. | The Mismatch
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We run through the latest news around the NBA, including Tillman Fertitta’s comments to Donald Trump about the return of the NBA, Jazz wing Bojan Bo...
Final Takeaways From the 'Last Dance' Finale
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After the final two episodes of 'The Last Dance' premiered Sunday night, Chris Ryan and Sean Fennessey break down the key takeaways and share their ov...
NBA Salary Reductions, Completing the Regular Season, Momentum Toward a Return. Plus: More Mailbag Questions. | The Mismatch
15 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
News about the NBA’s potential return continues to trickle out. This week, we discuss whether NBA players would feel compelled to complete the regul...
Notes From the NBPA’s Call With Adam Silver. Plus: ‘The Last Dance’ Episodes 7-8. | The Mismatch
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We go through the news leaking out of the conference call between the National Basketball Players Association and commissioner Adam Silver (1:17). Kev...
The Challenges of Making 'The Last Dance,' The Stories Players Tell, and Quarantine Comforts With Jason Hehir | The JJ Redick Podcast
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Tommy sit down with filmmaker Jason Hehir to talk about his Michael Jordan/Bulls docuseries 'The Last Dance' and explore what went into making ...
Internal Debates About the NBA’s Return. Plus: Pick a “Blow It Up!” Team. | The Mismatch
08 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss Kevin’s article about the debates going on within the league office about the best plan to bring basketball back this summer (1:42). Then...
Buying Into Analytics and The Advantage of the Multisport Athlete With Dave Roberts
07 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve and Pete are joined by manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Dave Roberts, to discuss how they look at and assess multisport athletes, and how a p...
‘The Last Dance’ and the Athlete As a Role Model | The Mismatch
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We run through some league news, including the discussions about whether Kevin Durant would be ready to come back by the time the NBA is ready to ramp...
Instant Reactions to ‘The Last Dance Episodes 5-6 | The Ringer NBA Show
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Verrier and Rob Mahoney come to you immediately after the conclusion of the fifth and sixth episodes of ‘The Last Dance.’ On this week’s ...
The NBA’s Orlando Bubble. Plus: ‘The Last Dance’ Questions, Allen Iverson in 2020, and Chris Paul to the Bright-Future Suns? | The Mismatch
01 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With news swirling about the NBA's continued exploration of potential return options, we discuss the complexities of restarting basketball in a bubble...
NBA Facilities Opening in May. Plus: ‘The Last Dance’ Episodes 3-4 | The Mismatch
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We react to the news that the NBA is considering opening its practice facilities up to players starting as soon as May (1:40), before discussing Marc ...
Instant Reactions to ‘The Last Dance Episodes 3-4 | The Ringer NBA Show
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Verrier and Rob Mahoney gather to discuss the second week of ESPN’s Michael Jordan documentary, ‘The Last Dance.’ This week, we got a pee...
Brooklyn’s Head Coaching Search, Chris Paul’s Hesitance to Return Too Fast, and More Mailbag Questions | The Mismatch
24 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the short list (read: Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving’s list) for Kenny Atkinson’s replacement in Brooklyn (2:13). Then, we take a look a...
Virtual Draft Strategies, Past Draft Stories, and Game-Changing Coaches | Flying Coach With Steve Kerr and Pete Carroll
23 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr and Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll discuss all things draft, including how they are preparing fo...
‘The Last Dance,’ Re-living the Demise of the ’90s Bulls, and the NBA’s Quarantine Bubble With Bill Simmons | The Mismatch
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin and Chris are joined by Bill Simmons to react to Draymond Green’s Warriors-Bulls comparisons (1:48), discuss episodes 1-2 of ‘The Last Dance...
Instant Reactions to ‘The Last Dance’ Episodes 1-2 | The Ringer NBA Show
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Ryan and Sean Fennessey convene for a special recap of ESPN's new Michael Jordan documentary, 'The Last Dance.' Episodes 1-2 bring us back to th...
Jalen Green Forgoes College for the G League. Plus: The Ringer NBA Draft Guide Launches | The Mismatch
17 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Top prospect Jalen Green is the next player to join the G League rather than go to college. Is he the next wave in a trend or an outlier (3:20)? Plus:...
What Can the NBA Learn From Other Leagues Around the World About Returning in 2020? | The Mismatch
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the successes and failures of the NBA’s H-O-R-S-E broadcast (2:30), before talking about Taiwan bringing basketball back with mannequins ...
Flying Coach With Steve Kerr & Pete Carroll: Two Champions on Mentors, Philosophies, and Why They Coach (Premiere Episode!)
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr and Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll sit down for the premiere episode of their new podcast ‘Fly...
Four Draft Prospects You Should Start Looking Up Now | The Mismatch
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We chat about whether the proposed NBA H-O-R-S-E tournament will be entertaining or a bust (1:31), before reviewing the news that the Bulls will hire ...
Creative Ideas to Bring Basketball Back and Even More Mailbag Questions | The Mismatch
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The guys discuss the emerging ideas about how to bring back the NBA, including a H-O-R-S-E competition and rapid testing to resume the season (0:41), ...
Our Biggest Draft Hits and Misses: Jayson Tatum, Mike Conley Jr., Draymond Green, and More | The Mismatch
03 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With basketball still shelved, we revisit our biggest hits and misses in previous draft coverage: Dragan Bender, Jaylen Brown, Mario Hezonja, and more...
Optimism for Completing the Season, the Jordan Documentary, Mailbag, and More | The Mismatch
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We review comments by Mark Cuban and Adam Silver that make it seem like the NBA is still focused on finishing the 2019-20 season (3:52), before discus...
The Four Most Undercovered Stories or Players from the 2019-20 Season | The Mismatch
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We revisit some of the stories and players that we dropped the ball on covering this year—including Goran Dragic (the unsung anchor of the Miami Hea...
Possible NBA Return Scenarios, Draft Prospects Declaring, and More Mailbag Questions | The Mismatch
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We look to other countries’ professional basketball leagues and wonder whether the NBA can develop a model to return that works in the United States...
Reopening the Mismatch Mailbag: Who Should Blow It Up, NBA Sliding Doors, and More | The Mismatch
20 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We sifted through all your questions and picked our favorites: What were our most memorable arguments? Which teams are primed to blow it up next seaso...
Life Without the NBA. Plus: Tom Brady Leaves the Patriots. | The Mismatch
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin reacts to the news that his favorite football player of all time, Tom Brady, is leaving the New England Patriots (0:00). Then, we discuss the NB...
The NBA Season Is Suspended | The Mismatch
12 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In light of the news that the Utah Jazz’s Rudy Gobert has tested positive for COVID-19, the NBA announced that the 2019-20 season has been suspended...
The Rebuilding State of the NBA | Group Chat
11 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers lose a shocker to the Nets, only their second defeat in 13 games (1:04). We then discuss what rebuilding looks like for the league and its ...
Is LeBron James Catching Up in the MVP Race? Plus: How the Coronavirus Might Affect the Rest of the Season | The Mismatch
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin wonders whether LeBron James should be getting more serious consideration for the MVP award, which leads us to a knock-down, drag-out fight abou...
Coronavirus Concerns, the Nets Fire Atkinson, and We All Drink the Ben Bartch Smoothie | Heat Check
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay: In this special extended segment, the gang looks at the latest news from around the NBA, including what further precautions the league...
Podcast Spotlight—Winging It With Vince Carter and Annie Finberg
07 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Here are some highlights from our podcast 'Winging It With Vince Carter.' On this special preview, Vince and Annie Finberg talk to an array of guests ...
At Full Strength, Are the Clippers the Title Favorites? | The Mismatch
06 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After laying it on the Houston Rockets last night, the full-strength Clippers look about as good, if not better, than anyone in the NBA right now. Can...
Lakers vs. Sixers Recap, Another Knicks Feud, Plus: Line ’Em Up—a Jon Tjarks Joint! | Group Chat
04 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Our very own Chris Ryan recaps what he saw last night at the Lakers-Sixers game (1:45). Spike Lee addresses his feud with the Knicks and the infamous ...
Should Giannis Antetokounmpo’s MVP Already Be Locked Up? | The Mismatch
03 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In Kevin’s return to the show, we return to our old ways: arguing about James Harden’s gather dribble and Giannis’s claim to the MVP (10:30). Th...
Things We Need to Stop Talking About | Heat Check
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay: The Knicks make a hire, developments in the Giannis-Harden beef, and the Timberwolves get a resting policy violation (03:16). The Main...
Giannis vs. Harden, a Budding Personal Rivalry | The Mismatch
28 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We parse James Harden’s comments in response to Giannis Antetokounmpo passing him over during the All-Star draft (16:28), before breaking down which...
Zion vs. LeBron, Bucks vs. Raptors, and the Ben Simmons Injury | Group Chat
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks walked away with a win over Toronto, but who deserves the credit? Zion Williamson faced off against LeBron James i...
LeBron vs. Zion: A Potential Playoff Matchup and Passing of the Torch | The Mismatch
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We recap some news from around the league, including Vanessa Bryant’s moving tribute to Kobe Bryant, Bradley Beal’s big scoring night, and Ben Sim...
The Five Most Interesting Teams of the Stretch! Plus, Analyzing the Buyout Market and Playoff Projections | Heat Check
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay: Dwyane Wade's jersey is retired, Mark Cuban has a very expensive meltdown, and we analyze the buyout market (03:08) The Main Event: Th...
Trae Young Drops 50 on His First Night Back. Plus: Embiid Says He’s the Best Player in the World. | The Mismatch
21 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We go over some highlights of the first night the NBA returned to action, including Trae Young's and Joel Embiid’s big games against the Miami Heat ...
The Cavs’ Coaching Change and Three Post-All-Star Story Lines | Group Chat
19 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With a new head coach and a less-than-impressive season, what does the future look like for the Cleveland Cavaliers (3:30)? Plus, major story lines fo...
Four Questions for the Post-All-Star NBA World | The Mismatch
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We run down a list of items, including rumors that John Beilein might be on his way out in Cleveland and news that the G League is unionizing (1:23). ...
All-Star Recaps, a Dunk Contest Controversy, and Dame D.O.L.L.A. | Heat Check
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay: John Beilein is reportedly not long for the Cavaliers, and we recap the All-Star events from Friday and find out who is the league's b...
The Sixers Are ... Fine? Plus, More Knicks Drama, and Oh My God, Zion | Group Chat
12 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Despite concerns surrounding Joel Embiid’s incendiary comments earlier this week, the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Los Angeles Clippers; could th...
Toronto Is on a Tear. Plus: Jimmy Butler Is Openly Recruiting Joel Embiid. | The Mismatch
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about how Toronto’s unbelievable win streak has kept teams like Boston, Miami, and Philly in their rearview mirror in the East (3:32), befor...
Trade Deadline Winners and Losers, KD Goes Off, and We Do Art | Heat Check
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay: The Raptors just can’t seem to lose, Kevin Durant wants all the smoke, and James Dolan isn't selling the New York Knicks (02:05). Th...
D’Angelo Russell for Andrew Wiggins, Andre Iguodala to Miami, and More From the NBA Trade Deadline | The Ringer NBA Show
06 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We react to the biggest news of today’s NBA trade deadline, including the Golden State Warriors swapping D’Angelo Russell for Andrew Wiggins, the ...
Breaking Down the Capela-Covington Blockbuster Trade | Group Chat
05 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
News of a four-team, 12-player trade revolving around Clint Capela and Robert Covington broke late Tuesday night, with numerous implications for the e...
Knicks Fire Steve Mills, Ja Morant vs. Andre Iguodala, and Trade Deadline Preview | The Mismatch
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We run down the Andre Iguodala vs. Memphis Grizzlies timeline (1:21) before previewing Thursday’s NBA trade deadline (12:40). Then ESPN’s Adrian W...
The Lakers Remember Kobe, All-Star Game Changes, and Trade Deadlines | Heat Check
03 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay: The Lakers' touching tribute to Kobe Bryant, Damian Lillard's amazing streak, and the impressive run from the Raptors (3:05). The Main...
NBA All-Star Reserves, Lakers Back on the Court. Plus: Matisse Thybulle, Snubbed? | The Mismatch
31 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We run through the list of All-Star reserves and debate whether guys like Bradley Beal have a good case for feeling left out (2:33). Then, we talk abo...
News From Around the League and Reflecting on Kobe Bryant | Heat Check
29 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today on 'Heat Check,' John, Dan, and Haley take a look at the news around the NBA, talk about a few recent games, and examine some impressive 50-poin...
Grappling With the Death of Kobe Bryant | The Mismatch
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We try to come to terms with the life and death of NBA legend Kobe Bryant after a tragic helicopter crash killed him, his daughter Gianna, and seven o...
Remembering Kobe Bryant | Group Chat
27 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Verrier and Rob Mahoney remember Kobe Bryant on the day after the tragic death of the legendary Laker and eight others in a helicopter crash. H...
All-Star Starters, Zion’s Return, and Montrezl Harrell Rumors. Plus: Horford for Gallinari? | The Mismatch
24 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We review the announced starters for the NBA’s All-Star Game (1:02) before discussing Zion Williamson’s return (47:00), debating whether the Sixer...
The Boring Clippers, Zion’s Debut, and Trade Deadline Preview | Group Chat
22 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Los Angeles Clippers are really, really good. But does that make them uninteresting to watch (0:44)? With Zion Williamson making his regular-seaso...
The Lakers Are Missing a Piece. Plus: Ben Simmons Is Unleashed | The Mismatch
21 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers got walloped by the Celtics last night—is there more to take away from this one game than meets the eye (5:56)? Plus, Ben Simmons has bee...
Kent Bazemore Traded, Kyrie Back on the Record, and All-Star Starting Ballots | Heat Check
20 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay: The Blazers have cut ties with Kent Bazemore and Kyrie Irving is back saying weird things in the media (4:01). The Main Event: Our ve...
Reassessing Brandon Ingram’s Ceiling, Talking Zion’s Return, and Examining the Depth of Denver | The Mismatch
17 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After Brandon Ingram scored 49 points to outduel Donovan Mitchell, we wonder whether it’s realistic to think he’s already better than Ben Simmons ...
The Fast & Furious Grizzlies, SGA Is the Future, and Why the Bucks Don’t Get Their Due | Group Chat
15 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the impressive new-era Grizzlies (1:57), teams looking to go all in at the trade deadline (18:16), contenders that are positioned to make a...
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Is a Budding Superstar. Plus: Why Would Anyone Trade for Andre Drummond? | The Mismatch
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We review Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s historic triple-double and look at what the Clippers gave up when they sent him to OKC (1:04), before discussing...
The Spurs Keep Coming Back | Heat Check
13 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay: The Nets beat the Hawks, plus the impact of Spencer Dinwiddie's off-court interests, a possible Sixers trade, and debating whether Ste...
Kevin Durant vs. Kendrick Perkins. Plus: Russ Returns to OKC but Chris Paul Prevails. | The Mismatch
10 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the overperforming Oklahoma City Thunder and whether they should still consider dealing their desirable players at the trade deadline (1:02...
Three Old Men and a Dunk Contest | Heat Check
08 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay: Anthony Davis busts his bum, Blake Griffin is no longer the bee’s knees, and more changes to the NBA (03:17). The Main Event: Dwight...
The Wild, Wild West and Midseason Overreactions | The Mismatch
07 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Spurs, Pelicans, and Grizzlies have all looked quite encouraging as of late; do they have what it takes to make it into the playoffs (0:43)? As we...
Can the Sixers Fix Themselves With a Trade? Plus: The Never-ending Kevin Love Speculation | Group Chat
06 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Sixers are 3-7 in their last 10 games—is the floor really dropping out from under them, or are they not suited to win regular-season games (1:07...
David Stern’s Monumental Legacy, the NBA’s Middle Class, and the Return of Zion | The Mismatch
03 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We take some time to review David Stern’s illustrious life and career after the news of his death (0:58). Then, we run down a list of teams that can...
Pelicans, Suns, Timberwolves: Who Can Still Turn It Around? | The Mismatch
31 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We break down a Western Conference trio that had high hopes coming into the season but have struggled their way to the bottom of the conference. Can a...
The Lakers Come Up Short Again Against the Clippers. Plus: Rockets Falter, Carlisle Calls the Post Extinct. | The Mismatch
27 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We recap the Christmas Day games: Are the Clippers better suited for the playoffs than the Lakers? Does the same go for the Sixers vs. the Bucks? Plus...
NBA Christmas Day Preview. Plus: Ben Simmons Is Jahlil Okafor and Michael Carter-Williams All in One. | The Mismatch
24 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin deep-dives on his spicy Ben Simmons take (1:10) before we run down our wishes for the rest of the 2019-20 season and preview NBA Christmas Day (...
What’s the Point of an In-Season Tournament? | Heat Check
23 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay: The Denver Nuggets’ sneaky resurgence, a Siakam-less Raptors comeback, IT suspended because of … Frosties?, and Pop goes Pop on pl...
Is Giannis the Best Player in The World?| The Mismatch
20 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The weekend is here, and we are here to talk about the excellent face-off between the Lakers and the Bucks. We discuss whether Giannis Antetokounmpo i...
Are the Knicks Good or Are the Hawks Just That Bad? Plus: Solving the Sixers and Cutting Bait SZN. | Group Chat
18 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The New York Knicks win their third game in four against the Atlanta Hawks, exposing the Hawks’ roster construction issues and illuminating a larger...
The Bucks Stop There, Pelicans Down for the Count, and Drake Is Still Weird | Heat Check
17 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay (03:24): News from around the league, including the end of the Bucks’ win streak, Dion Waiters's latest suspension, the excellent cla...
Can the Lakers or Bucks Amass 73 Wins? | The Mismatch
16 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With the Lakers and Bucks on a crash course to meet each other with identical 25-3 records, we wonder whether each team can continue its torrid pace (...
Luka Lights Up Mexico City. Plus: Is There a Trade Out There for the Celtics? | The Mismatch
13 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With Luka Doncic continuing to put up gaudy numbers (this time in Mexico), we imagine a world in which the NBA continues its global expansion and incr...
The Top 25 Players of the 2019-20 Season Thus Far | Group Chat
11 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We run down our lists of the 25 best NBA players so far this season, including Giannis Antetokounmpo and James Harden as solo shows, but also Anthony ...
The Bucks and Lakers Are the Cream of the Balanced NBA’s Crop. Plus: Trade Season Preview and the Denied Rockets Protest. | The Mismatch
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers continue to thrive atop their respective conferences, but there is still more parity in the NBA than in yea...
Will Kevin Get Love, the Knicks Fire Fizdale, and Untucked Jerseys | Heat Check
09 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay (03:40): News from around the league, the state of the Cavs and what the price of Kevin Love might be, and the result of Clippers-Bucks...
The NBA’s Replay Review System Is Flawed. So Do the Rockets Have a Point? | The Mismatch
06 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the James Harden dunk that wasn’t counted in the Houston Rockets’ double-overtime loss to the San Antonio Spurs (1:21). Are the Rockets...
Does the NBA Have a TV Ratings Problem? | Group Chat
04 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at the Rockets protesting their loss to the Spurs (2:00) and discuss the NBA’s plummeting ratings (14:00). Then Jonathan Tjarks joins...
Giannis, Harden, and Luka Have Broken PER. Plus: Are the Raptors the 1993-94 Bulls? | The Mismatch
03 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The high-usage superstars of the league have all become so dominant and efficient that they’re in line to break historical PER records. Do we need t...
The Ceiling For the Clippers, Nets Momentum without Irving, and Love Chokes | Heat Check
02 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay (03:16): The Clippers and Raptors had wonderful games with no signs of slowing down. Also, James Harden had a moment. The Main Event (2...
A Thanksgiving NBA Mailbag! | Group Chat
27 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The ‘Group Chat’ crew answers questions from you, the listeners! Topics include: the biggest “pretender” team, help for Luka Doncic and the Da...
The NBA’s Radical Proposed Schedule Shakeups. Plus: Is Giannis as Big a Star as He Deserves to Be? | The Mismatch
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We break down the ins and outs of the proposed changes to the NBA schedule, including playoff reseeding, the midseason tournament, and more (2:00). Th...
Big League Changes, the Spurs' Surprise Victory, and Crazy Jersey Choices | Heat Check
25 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Instant Replay: The Spurs and the Bulls pull one out of the hat, along with Jimmy Butler returning to Philly to an irate crowd! (03:43). The Main Even...
Brandon Ingram Is Better Than Ben Simmons | The Mismatch
22 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about the Celtics' versatility, including Kemba Walker's range on and off the court (02:07), dive into how Brandon Ingram is the driving force...
Carmelo Is Back, and He's the Same As Ever. Plus: Luka, Harden, LeBron, and Giannis Tangle for MVP Front-runner | Group Chat
20 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We dive deep on the Blazers' roster building and how it created a need for Carmelo Anthony just two months into the season (1:16). Then, Jonathan Tjar...