The Mismatch
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NBA Summer League Standouts and Rumors of Westbrook to the Nuggets
Verno and KOC also react to the news that TNT will submit an offer to retain NBA rights
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Bronny James, Reed Sheppard, and Summer League Observations. Plus: Jalen Brunson’s Extension.
Chris and KOC also debate if Tidjane Salaun will become the best French player from this draft class, get into what DaRon Holmes’s unfortunate injury means for the Nuggets, and more
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Zach Edey, Jared McCain, and Impressive Rookie Debuts. Plus: DeMar’s Impact on the Kings’ Offense.
Also, the guys discuss who they are most excited to watch at this year’s summer league in Las Vegas and how the Spurs’ offseason has set them up for success
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Paul George to Philly, Klay to Dallas, Tatum’s Extension, and NBA Free Agency Transactions
Verno and KOC break down some of the biggest moves in free agency and talk about how teams all around the league could be affected
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NBA Draft Takeaways, Steals, and Zach Edey
Plus, the increasing value of international prospects
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No One Knows What’s Coming in the NBA Draft
With the NBA draft this week, Verno and KOC dive into the latest draft news, including the uncertainty around the Hawks and the top overall pick and why people are suddenly high on prospect Zaccharie Risacher
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Redick to L.A., the Caruso-Giddey Deal, Bronny, and NBA Draft Rumors
The NBA offseason is officially underway, and Verno and KOC are here to cover it
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Banner 18 in Boston, the Mavs’ Future, and Finals Takeaways. Plus, Who’s the Next Derrick White?
Verno and KOC congratulate the Boston Celtics on winning the 2024 NBA Finals! They discuss their dominant playoff run as well as their dominant play all season long en route to an NBA-record 18th championship.
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Celtics Up 3-0, Luka’s Shortcomings, and Remembering Jerry West
The basketball world loses another icon
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Is It Over for the Mavs? Plus: Lakers Rejected, Kyrie’s Disappearance, and Tatum’s Non-Scoring Impact.
Verno and KOC discuss how the Celtics have been able to exploit the Mavericks’ defensive weaknesses, as well as limit their offensive production en route to a 2-0 series lead
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Celtics-Mavericks Game 1 Analysis, and Will Dan Hurley Leave UConn for the Lakers?
The guys discuss Kristaps Porzingis’s dominant return, how the Mavericks can respond, and more takeaways from Game 1
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NBA Finals Preview, Celtics-Mavericks Predictions, and Draft Talk
Verno and KOC discuss various topics regarding the Finals, including Kristaps Porzingis’s health issues, the Mavs’ defensive strategies, Luka’s first Finals appearance, and Jayson Tatum
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Dallas Advances to the NBA Finals, Wolves Exit Interviews, and an Offseason Look Ahead
Mavs-Celtics is set
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Celtics Sweep, Mavs on the Brink, and Remembering Bill Walton
The Hall of Famer passed away on Monday
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Celtics Roll Pacers, the Dominant Dallas Defense, and Some Timberwolves Concerns
Verno and KOC discuss how the Mavericks were able to keep Anthony Edwards in check
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NBA Conference Finals Preview, Plus Denver’s Implosion, Draft Talk, and the All-Rookie Teams
Plus, which team could benefit most from Zach Edey?
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Wolves Force Game 7, Knicks-Pacers Preview, and OKC’s Odds in Dallas
Verno and KOC also discuss the Cavs’ future after being eliminated by the Celtics
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OKC’s Gritty Win in Dallas, Celtics Go Up 3-1, Game 5 Previews, and Draft Lottery Reaction
Chris and Kevin react to the Thunder’s comeback against the Mavericks to tie the series at two games apiece, then discuss Luka Donic’s current status and who will win the series
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Boston’s Big Blunder, Mavs-Thunder Takeaways, Jokic’s Legacy, and More NBA Playoff Analysis
Verno and KOC discuss the Mavs’ Game 2 win over the Thunder; the Cavs, who tied their series with the Celtics; and their excitement for the Knicks-Pacers and Nuggets-Timberwolves Game 3s
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Is Denver Dead? Plus, Knicks Escape With a Win and Game 1 Previews.
Verno and KOC discuss the Wolves’ series lead as well as Tom Thibodeau’s strategy, Donovan Mitchell’s importance to the Cavs, and their excitement for Thunder-Mavs
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Knicks and Pacers Move On, Who’s Getting the Blame in Philly, and It’s Time to Give Brunson His Flowers
Verno and KOC also preview Game 6 between the Mavs and Clippers and their wish for a Game 7 in the Cavs-Magic series
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Playoff Murray Is Real, Superstar Ant, and Where Do the Lakers Go From Here? Plus: Bucks and Sixers on the Brink of Elimination.
Verno and KOC recap Monday’s playoff games, discuss the future for LeBron, Porzingis, and others, and preview Clippers-Mavs Game 5
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Lakers Collapse Again, Embiid Drops 50, Magic Dominate, and Game 3 Previews
Verno and KOC also discuss what the future holds for LeBron James and the team
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Thrillers in Denver and New York, Plus Breaking Down Every NBA Playoff Series
Verno and KOC talk about what makes the Cavs different this year, debate how far the Timberwolves can go with Ant and wonder whether the Pelicans can truly challenge the Thunder
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Sixers Survive, Impactful Injuries, Believing in OKC, and Playoff Predictions
Can the reigning MVP bounce back to form?
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Can Any of the Play-In Teams Make a Conference Finals Run?
Plus, an NBA playoff preview and a Wemby tease
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A Close MVP Race, the Nobody Paolo, and a New Top Prospect
Plus, can the Sixers knock off the Celtics?
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Booking Our Dream Postseason Matchups, UConn’s Dominance, and Zach Edey’s NBA Potential
Verno and KOC discuss last night’s NCAA national championship game, KOC’s updated draft stock for Donovan Clingan and Zach Edey, and more
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How Far Can Embiid Take the Sixers? Plus, the WTF Bucks, the Randle-less Knicks, and the Warriors Came to Play.
Verno and KOC discuss the 76er’s win over the Heat, whether the Bucks can make a Finals run, the Warriors’ huge win over the Rockets, and more
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The Dangerous Mavs, Inconsistent Suns, and Uncertainty Surrounding the Knicks. Plus: Is Joel Embiid Close to Returning?
The guys also get into which prospects’ draft stock rose and fell over this weekend’s Elite Eight games
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The Cinderella Lakers, Standings Check-In, and March Madness Prospects
Verno and KOC cover the Pelicans’ win over the Bucks, what will happen with Dejounte Murray and Trae Young, Joel Embiid’s potential return, and much more
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Determining Jontay Porter’s Punishment, March Madness Prospect Stock, and Can the Rockets Catch the Warriors?
Verno and KOC discuss the NBA’s investigation into Jontay Porter, Jalen Green’s performance, Draymond Green’s huge defensive impact for the Warriors, March Madness, and more