The Mismatch

Verno and Jacoby go through last night’s slate of NBA action starting off with Nikola Jokic’s otherworldly performance against the Thunder and the chances of Jokic surpassing SGA to win his fourth MVP (0:35). They then discuss Ja Morant's improved performance during the Grizzlies’ three-game win streak (16:25). After LeBron’s groin injury, the guys discuss the health of players on the teams in the West and how it could shape the playoff matchups (27:40). Next, the guys share three random NBA questions.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming (42:20). Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker Tashjian Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby discuss the Lakers' thrilling OT win over the Knicks and how their defense was the true highlight of the game, not Luka and LeBron's performance (00:31). They also discuss the importance of Jimmy Butler’s impact for the Warriors outside the stat sheet and why Steve Kerr’s comparison to Andre Iguodala is valid (16:25). Next, the guys dive into their loves and loathes from the week that was (27:13). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker Tashjian Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby go through a string of bad luck for the Grizzlies, who’ve lost their past three games at home in the final seconds and are now without Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr (01:11). They then discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who dropped 51 points against the Rockets; the reports coming out of Phoenix that the Suns could potentially move on from Kevin Durant in the summer; and the drama between Devin Booker and Mike Budenholzer (12:19). Next, they discuss the impact of Kyrie Irving' ACL tear and the Sixers' decision to finally shut down Joel Embiid (30:09). The guys then ask each other for some advice on some of the hottest topics around the league (40:15). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker Tashjian Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby discuss Steph Curry’s historic night after he dropped 56 points in Orlando and also talk about the Lakers' win against the Wolves despite an off night from Luka Doncic, who's continued to struggle with his shot since arriving in L.A. Despite the struggles, the Lakers have looked strong with Luka, and the Warriors are 6-1 with Jimmy Butler and are currently on a five-game win streak heading into the weekend. Now that they have Jimmy and Luka, is it time to seriously consider the Warriors and Lakers championship contenders? Next, they give out their loves and loathes from the week that was. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez, T Cruz, and Liz Jerry Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby go through some of Monday’s NBA action, starting off with the Wolves' encouraging comeback win against the Thunder in OKC. They then discuss the hot Pistons, who are riding a seven-game win streak; the Sixers, who got blown out by the Bulls; and the Nuggets' bounce-back win against the Pacers. Next, from Cade Cunningham’s superstar status to Lu Dort’s Defensive Player of the Year chances, the guys share things that they believe will soon become true around the league. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez and T Cruz Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby are back as they discuss where the Spurs go from here after it was announced that Victor Wembanyama’s season is ending due to injury, in addition to the continuous struggles from the Suns (04:51). Then, they discuss if there is any way for the Lakers to hide Luka Doncic on defense, why Shams is absolutely right when it comes to Giannis’s situation with the Bucks, and the Grizzlies' worrisome loss to the Pacers (21:46). Next, they discuss the Nuggets’ nine-game winning streak, as well as the tight MVP race between Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Karl Anthony-Towns’s stellar debut season with the Knicks, and the Sixers’ disappointing season (43:23). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby share their low-key excitement for this year's NBA All-Star Weekend festivities (01:41). They discuss how the new format could bring more competitiveness, and their disappointment that Steph Curry isn’t involved in more All-Star events in his home city. From playoff positioning to impactful rookies, the guys next share four predictions for after the All-Star break (21:54). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby recap Luka Doncic’s Laker debut and explain how Luka and LeBron can successfully coexist (00:46). Mark Williams is headed back to the Hornets after the Lakers failed his physical, but the guys debate whether the failed deal could actually be beneficial to the Lakers (08:10). They then discuss the massive amount of bad luck that Mavs have gotten since trading away Luka (22:53), and how Jimmy Butler has impacted Steph Curry and the Warriors since his arrival in the Bay Area (31:17). Next, Verno shares why he was extremely impressed by the Thunder after they blew out the Grizzlies over the weekend, as well as the disappointing free fall from the Magic (38:32). Finally, the guys applaud Hubie Brown for calling his last game at 91 years old, Jacoby shares why he’s a fan of the Clippers signing Ben Simmons, and more possible Joel Embiid excuses (54:36). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby go through all the trades that went down before the deadline, from Jimmy Butler finally escaping Miami to the Grizzlies dumping Marcus Smart. They start off by briefly revisiting the De’Aaron Fox deal before moving on to the Bucks trading Khris Middleton for Kyle Kuzma and De'Andre Hunter’s potential impact with the Cavs (08:07). They then discuss why Smart was moved, what kind of impact Butler will make with the Warriors, and why everyone needs to slow down a bit on the newest Laker big man, Mark Williams (25:08). Next, they discuss the position the Suns are in with Kevin Durant now after his name was floated around in trade talks (48:00). Has this broken the relationship between KD and the Suns front office? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacboy continue to discuss the wild trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers and try to determine just what Mavs GM Nico Harrison’s mindset was that led him to trade Luka away (01:33). They also debate whether Nico’s time around Kobe Bryant influenced his decision to make the trade. Next, they dive into the other big trade of the weekend, which saw the Spurs acquire De’Aaron Fox from the Kings in a three-team deal also involving the Bulls, who sent Zach LaVine to the Kings (22:17). After discussing whether Jimmy Butler would get traded before Thursday’s deadline, the guys debate whether Luka will extend LeBron’s career and whether the Warriors can land another star to pair with Steph Curry (41:17). Finally, they briefly go through some of the Monday night games and share who else they think could make moves before the trade deadline on Thursday (52:11). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby both woke up to the absolute bombshell of a trade that now has Luka Doncic with the Lakers and Anthony Davis with the Mavericks and decided to fire up the mics. The guys try to piece together how exactly the biggest trade in NBA history came together and offer their own theories of why the powers that be in Dallas and Los Angeles decided to go through with the deal at this point of the season. They close the show talking through the Luka-LeBron pairing and how the two of them and JJ Redick will make it all work. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Ben Cruz Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby recap the thrilling game between the Grizzlies and Rockets, as well as the chaotic ending that nearly cost Memphis the game (01:52). They then discuss the announcement of the All-Star reserves and who got snubbed (11:02). Did James Harden really deserve to be a part of the West reserves over someone like Domantas Sabonis? Next, the fellas dive into this week’s teams (23:54), players (46:09), and things (01:05:56) they love and loath from the week that was. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby are together in New York to recap their experience going to Madison Square Garden to watch the Knicks-Grizzlies game, and Verno talks through the disappointment of having to watch his team get blown out by over 40 points (01:01). They also discuss Amen Thompson’s game-winner in the Rockets' thrilling victory over the Celtics (13:39). After the Heat indefinitely suspended Jimmy Butler, the guys discuss how this whole situation reflects on "Heat Culture" as well as the consequences of trading for Jimmy (32:10). Next, Jacoby introduces a new segment called "Tiny Trend or New Normal" (52:52). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Isabella Roman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby go through last night’s action, starting with the Lakers' impressive blowout win over the Celtics and the Thunder's surprising loss to the Mavs (01:39). They then discuss Nikola Jokic’s historic performance in the Nuggets' win over the Kings, the Bulls' future, and their reaction to the All-Star starters (11:29). Next, the guys share the teams, players, and things they loved and loathed from this week in the NBA (26:19). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby discuss the action-packed MLK Day slate of games yesterday, including the Grizzlies edging out the Timberwolves, the Celtics demolishing the Warriors, Cade Cunningham’s stellar season, and the low-key good Knicks win over the Hawks (04:00). They then debate if Joel Embiid will play Tuesday night against the Nuggets and the growing concerns about his health (27:00). Next, as we inch closer to the halfway point of the season, the guys each share three things that they believe in the most (40:17). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby go over a pair of last night’s games, beginning with the Thunder’s blowout win against the Cavs (01:01) and the exciting matchup between the Rockets and Kings (06:51). They then debate whether Kevin Love’s Instagram is a reliable source to determine if Jimmy Butler will start tonight for the Heat (15:16). Next, the guys dive into their loves and loathes from the week that was (27:36).The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vernon and Jacoby break down what happened in the Knicks' and Grizzlies' losses Monday night, while also highlighting the excellent play from Cade Cunningham and Jalen Green this season (00:58). Then, they analyze Draymond Green’s comments about the Warriors not mortgaging their future to win now and why the Lakers’ loss to the Spurs really doesn’t mean anything (15:11). Next, the guys share a few things worth mentioning from the NBA since the start of 2025 (29:59). They discuss everything from Zion’s suspension to the Thompson twins, the Sixers’ critical stretch, and so much more. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby discuss Anthony Edwards’s aggressiveness during the Wolves' three-game winning streak, Paolo Banchero’s return to the Magic, as well as the dirty secret behind Bradley Beal’s benching, and Jared McCain’s season-ending injury (04:35). They then dive into this week’s teams (25:45), players (51:00), and things (01:06:07) they loved and loathed from the week that was.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vernon and Jacoby briefly go through last night's games, including Anthony Edwards’s clutch performance versus the Clippers, Malik Monk’s shot at Mike Brown, and how the Thunder have turned it around since losing to the Bucks in the NBA Cup (01:01). They then discuss how the trade deadline could completely reshape the Western Conference, as well as the importance of veterans and the contribution of role players in the playoffs (25:11). Next, they debate whether Steph Curry is destined to finish his career with this version of the Warriors and question why Bradley Beal has a no-trade clause (35:22). Also, they go through Coby White’s dunk on Wemby, Kawhi’s comments on Jeff Van Gundy, and what would it take for the Heat to trade Jimmy Butler to the Grizzlies (53:08). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno is back as he and Jacoby discuss Thursday night’s NBA action, beginning with Jimmy Butler’s comments after the Heat’s loss to the Pacers (01:03). They then discuss Anthony Edward’s performance in the Wolves' narrow loss to the Celtics before moving on to the Warriors' blowout win against the Sixers (16:59). Next, they discuss Charles Barkley calling out JJ Redick for his comments on NBA media a few weeks ago (33:20). Was JJ actually talking about the ‘Inside the NBA’ crew with his comments? Finally, the guys share the teams (40:33), players (57:58), and things (01:07:54) they love and loathe from the week that was. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Verno out, Big Wos joins Jacoby on today’s episode as they go through last night’s NBA games, starting off with the Warriors' loss to the Cavs, which saw Steph Curry call his team "average" (01:36). They then move on to the Sixers' win and debate whether Joel Embiid is finally finding his stride and also why Nikola Jokic has been key for Russell Westbrook’s resurgence in Denver (10:10). After debating Jimmy Butler’s future with the Heat, the guys share why the Amen Thompson–Tyler Herro scuffle is actually good for the league (24:36). Next, they discuss Mike Brown’s firing as head coach of the Kings and debate how much influence De’Aaron Fox had in the decision to let Brown go (30:19). The guys discuss what impact Dorian Finney-Smith could have on the Lakers before shifting their attention to LeBron’s comments about how he could play another five to seven years if he really wanted to (36:14). Last, the debate whether the Celtics' recent struggles are anything to be worried about and whether Wemby’s chess meetup in New York last week was inauthentic (47:39). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: David Jacoby and Wosny Lambre Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby go through the Christmas Day slate of NBA games and react to each one, starting with the epic thriller between the Lakers and Warriors (01:48). They then move on to discuss the Sixers' performance in their win over the Celtics, as well as Victor Wembanyama’s huge game in a loss to the Knicks (24:33). Also, can the Mavs be competitive without Luka (41:31)? Lastly, the guys share three gifts from the season so far (53:17). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby briefly discuss the Grizzlies' rout of the Warriors and Zach LaVine’s efficient season so far before they dive into this week's loved and loathed teams (08:35), players (25:28), and things of the week (47:21). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby briefly discuss some of Monday night’s NBA action before previewing Tuesday night’s NBA Cup final between the Thunder and Bucks (01:00). They then break down Dennis Schröder’s potential impact with the Warriors after they traded for him over the weekend, the Sixers' nightmare season, and debate which team would want Zion Williamson (18:40). Next, the guys each share four things to mention as we near the end of 2024 (34:54). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit http://www.rg-help.com/www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby discuss Jimmy Butler’s agent calling out Shams Charania’s reporting, Bronny James's road G League debut, and more (01:07). They then shift their focus to the teams (15:35), players (33:36), and things (51:00) that they love and loathe from this week in the NBA, including Trae Young’s dice celly, the Warriors, and Dairy Bird.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby briefly go through Monday night's Knicks win over the Raptors, Nikola Jokic’s absolute monster season so far, and the recent news about a new possible league in Europe (01:06). Next, the guys have five questions about the NBA this season, including the best possible outcome for the NBA Cup, and their first thought when thinking about Chris Paul, who just passed Jason Kidd for the NBA's all-time assist record (20:12). They then discuss the latest trade rumors involving Brandon Ingram, Jimmy Butler, and more (01:01:48). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby discuss Ja Morant’s ejection, Jonathan Kuminga’s performance in the Warriors win, and their excitement for the knockout stage of the NBA Cup next week (01:12). They then dive into the teams (11:20), players (31:40), and things (42:18) they loved and loathed this week. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby share their thoughts on the NBA Cup and debate whether the point-differential system is making it hard to follow along (04:08). With a quarter of the season done, the guys debut The Mismatch Awards! But instead of the typical awards, the guys discuss their best and worst teams (13:41), players (28:42), quotes (45:04), and moments (01:00:31) of the season so far. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby discuss Jaden Ivey’s performance this season after his game-winning shot against the Raptors last night and the Pistons' future with Ivey and Cade Cunningham (00:40). They also discuss the Knicks blowing out the Nuggets as well as the return of Kristaps Porzingis and Ja Morant. Next, the guys each share four things that they can’t believe about the NBA season so far (28:17). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby discuss the messy situation in Philadelphia with the Sixers (01:04), their thoughts on the new All-Star format, and Franz Wagner’s performance in last night's Magic win against the Lakers (19:02). They then dive into this week’s loved and loathed teams (31:07), players. (50:55) and things (01:03:25). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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). Can the Cavs make it 16-0 to start the season? They also discuss the continuation of ‘Inside the NBA’ next season on ESPN and their hope for the same type of show as always, even though it's on a different network (15:13). Next, the guys each share three surprises from this season so far, including Anthony Davis's brilliant offensive season, buying into the NBA Cup, and more (25:20). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby discuss the big games this week from Victor Wembanyama and Giannis Antetokounmpo and briefly debate whose game was bigger (02:05). They then go into the teams (09:03), players (37:02), and things (58:06) they loved and loathed for the week.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 that they believe is true so far this NBA season (13:41). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 before diving into this week’s loved and loathed teams (10:23), players (35:20), and things (56:43).The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby briefly discuss last night's slate of games, including the struggling Bucks losing to the Grizzlies (01:02). They then discuss players (09:28), teams (30:08), and things (52:10) they loved and loathed from this past week. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visithttp://www.rg-help.com/www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby go through last night’s slate of games, including Paolo Banchero dropping 50 points against the Pacers, the Nuggets almost blowing it against the Raptors, and Ryan Dunn’s defensive potential after the Suns handed the Lakers their first loss of the season (01:52). They then each give one big overreaction (24:10) and surprise (34:27), as well as what they are most panicked about so far this season (42:06). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visithttp://www.rg-help.com/ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 season (01:19). They then each discuss one team (11:46) and player (20:25) that they loved from the week as well as what they completely loathed (40:13). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 season, beginning with the Eastern Conference (10:12). They then discuss the extremely loaded Western Conference (33:20). Finally, the guys predict the season awards and share who they think will represent each conference in the Finals (59:08). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 comments about not playing anymore back-to-backs, which teams other than the Thunder can reach the 1-seed in the West, Donte DiVincenzo, Zach Edey, and so much more. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 (01:44). Also, the guys open up the summer mailbag to answer more of your questions (11:06). Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at [email protected]! Or you can send the guys a tweet @ChrisVernonShow and @KevinOConnorNBA! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Pistons can reach the play-in? Are the Nets even worth watching? The guys answer these questions and more. Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at [email protected]!Or you can send the guys a tweet @ChrisVernonShow and @KevinOConnorNBA! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Pelicans are viewed (01:20). They then discuss the 76ers’ signing of Guerschon Yabusele after an impressive Olympics run for the French team, as well as the fantastic offseason the Sixers have had (11:44). Next, the guys continue to open up the mailbag to answer some of your questions (18:14). Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at [email protected]! Or you can send the guys a tweet @ChrisVernonShow and @KevinOConnorNBA! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 in the NBA (01:19). Also, they debate whether the NBA is making the right call by positioning the Lakers and Warriors as the two teams on national TV the most this season despite not being true Finals contenders (12:38). Is it time for the NBA to move on from LeBron James and Steph Curry and feature the next generation of NBA stars? The guys open up the summer mailbag and answer some listener questions (27:41)! They discuss the Spurs' future with Wemby, which fan base should be the most excited after the Olympics, and the biggest question of all: Does bigfoot really exist? Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at [email protected]! Or you can send the guys a tweet @ChrisVernonShow and @KevinOConnorNBA! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 the gold medal ranks among Steph Curry’s achievements, discuss Guerschon Yabusele's impressive performance in the Olympics, and talk about why the basketball that was showcased is good for the global game of basketball. With the U.S.’s reliance on older players to win gold this year, is the window open for a different country to claim gold in 2028 (18:01)? As the release of the NBA schedule nears, the guys discuss the handful of games that have been leaked so far (37:50). Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at [email protected]! Or you can send the guys a tweet @ChrisVernonShow and @KevinOConnorNBA! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at [email protected]! Or you can send the guys a tweet @ChrisVernonShow and @KevinOConnorNBA! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 into Steph Curry’s 36-point performance, Joel Embiid's run in the fourth quarter, how amazing it is to see the older players still able to play a pivotal role on the team, as well as where the future of Team USA stands. They then discuss France’s thrilling victory over Germany and why France’s head coach, Vincent Collet, deserves huge credit for getting the French team to the gold medal match (16:22). Next, they discuss French prospect Nolan Traore’s importance for France’s future, and delve into the extremely disappointing showing by the Canadian basketball team (31:34). Also, the guys discuss Lauri Markkanen’s contract extension with the Jazz and why Utah is on the right track to become a contender once again (42:01). Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at [email protected]! Or you can send the guys a tweet @ChrisVernonShow and @KevinOConnorNBA! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC discuss the latest Olympic basketball play, including the respect earned by the South Sudan team, Jamal Murray’s struggles with Canada, and the strong play by the German team (01:10). They then open up the mailbag and answer more questions from the listeners (15:32). They discuss whether the Warriors should look to trade Steph Curry, how they would tweak the rules to help make expansion teams competitive from the beginning, what musical acts they would want to see perform at Sphere in Las Vegas, and more. Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at [email protected]! Or you can send the guys a tweet @ChrisVernonShow and @KevinOConnorNBA! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 with the Heat (01:22). They then discuss Luol Deng's personal involvement with the South Sudan team, and Verno explains why the men’s 3x3 basketball team isn’t led by current players in the NBA. Next, the guys discuss the recent news of Gordon Hayward's retirement, Jarrett Allen’s extension, and Luke Kennard returning to the Grizzlies (25:57). Lastly, the guys open up the mailbag and answer some listener questions (34:54). Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at [email protected]! Or you can send the guys a tweet @ChrisVernonShow and @KevinOConnorNBA! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Tatum's lack of play doesn't matter, the incredible performances we’re seeing from Kevin Durant and LeBron James, why Derrick White was the right choice for this team, and a brief outlook for the promising French team that features Victor Wembanyama. Next, they discuss their excitement over the Suns' signing of Tyus Jones, why the Nuggets should be concerned about Jamal Murray, and the new NBA rights deal (30:53). Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at [email protected]! Or you can send the guys a tweet @ChrisVernonShow and @KevinOConnorNBA! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices