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How Will the Nuggets Respond? Plus, Pick Your Poison With Jokic and a LeBron Power Play?
The Mismatch
06/06/23 • 62 min
The Heat even the series against the Nuggets, and Verno and KOC discuss how the Heat took Game 2, Michael Malone’s comment about the team’s effort, Jimmy Butler’s brilliant facilitating, and Michael Porter Jr.’s poor performance (01:31). While Erik Spoelstra downplayed the idea of trying to make Nikola Jokic a scorer, could this be a key to beating Denver (21:29)? Also, the guys debate if Kyrie Irving is truly trying to bring LeBron James to Dallas (37:22).
Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Jessie Lopez
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09/26/23 • 66 min
After it was reported that the Raptors are front-runners to trade for Damian Lillard, Verno and KOC discuss Toronto’s interest in Dame, what it would take for both sides to agree to a deal, and the other teams that could possibly make a move (03:41). Also, as the guys enter their eighth season covering basketball together, they discuss eight things that they are most excited for in the upcoming season (19:35).
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Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Jessie Lopez
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11/08/22 • 83 min
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’s staggered start times in the NBA, they discuss the special bond that’s forming in Portland and dive into the Warriors' struggles. Despite not being given any chance to compete, Utah is in first place in the West—the guys discuss how the Jazz are winning and why they are not a fluke (30:29). Also, they discuss the Hawks after they took down the Bucks and debate the Pelicans' future (46:24).
Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Jessie Lopez
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The Jokic Case for MVP, Finals Pretenders or Contenders, and the Russ Drama in La La Land
The Mismatch
03/08/22 • 68 min
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, with several teams chasing a playoff spot. KOC shares why he believes the 3-seed is the real 1-seed in the East (07:43). Verno simply can’t believe what Nikola Jokic is doing with the Nuggets as the guys discuss his case for back-to-back MVPs (09:08). After the Bulls dropped their fifth straight last night, they are starting to look like pretenders more than contenders (27:10). KOC continues to nag Verno about the Celtics and their Finals chances (32:30). They discuss last night’s Mavs-Jazz game, specifically the interaction between Rudy Gobert and Luka Doncic (37:00), before diving into what is going on with the Warriors (43:45). One thing is certain for the Warriors: They need Draymond Green back. Also, they go into the last night's drama around Russell Westbrook (51:22).
Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Jessie Lopez
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08/01/23 • 59 min
As the news cycle slows down, Verno and KOC open up the mailbag and answer all of your burning questions, from the in-season tournament to Matas Buzelis! They also discuss hyped teams, Ja Morant, and so much more.
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Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Jessie Lopez
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09/12/23 • 63 min
Verno and KOC recap the FIBA World Cup and discuss what went wrong for Team USA, before showing some love to Dillon Brooks and Team Canada (01:58). After congratulating Germany for beating Serbia to win the World Cup, the guys debate how good Franz Wagner can be (19:15). KOC shares what he saw from the top prospects in Las Vegas after a series of exhibition games between the G League Ignite against the Perth Wildcats (41:59). Also, the guys dive into the new rule regarding resting star players (47:35).
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Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Jessie Lopez
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06/24/22 • 54 min
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 draft and then look ahead to the NBA offseason, which will be ramping up next week. For a full draft analysis, check out my grades in my Draft Guide (link below) or listen to Thursday's 'Bill Simmons Podcast'. Here are today's timestamps:
(03:35) - Did the Knicks make all those trades just for Jalen Brunson?
(08:15) - What are the Spurs up to?
(13:35) - Deandre Ayton’s future
(22:18) - The best spots for John Collins
(25:47) - What to do with D’Angelo Russell
(32:11) - Should the Bulls go all-in on Rudy Gobert?
(38:07) - On Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving
KOC's 2022 NBA Draft Grades: https://nbadraft.theringer.com/draft-grades/
Host: Kevin O'Connor
Guest: Logan Murdock
Producer: Jessie Lopez
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Positive Perspectives for Each Team in the NBA
The Mismatch
11/05/24 • 79 min
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.
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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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11/11/22 • 64 min
Verno and KOC begin the show previewing Timberwolves-Grizzlies before diving into last night’s Blazers-Pelicans game (01:59). As the Jazz keep winning, the guys debate if it’s time to consider them a playoff team and whether or not Danny Ainge would make a move (23:44). They also discuss Luka Doncic’s struggles after the Mavs dropped their last two games against the Magic and Wizards. KOC then ponders if we truly need all these new City Edition jerseys before getting into the latest about Kyrie Irving, then previews his newest podcast, 'The Ringer’s NBA Draft Show' (44:58).
Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Jessie Lopez
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02/04/22 • 68 min
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 players like Jarrett Allen and Jrue Holiday. Outside of the Middleton selection, the guys are in agreement that there were no real snubs this year (18:40). Trae Young went off last night against the Suns and has the Hawks rolling, winning eight of their past nine games. They debate whether Trae can be the best player in a playoff series before getting into potential deals with John Collins (22:46). Both give high praise to Fred VanVleet for making his first All-Star appearance before diving into the Raptors as a team and how they’ve been playing at a high level all season (32:20). Should the Nets chase a lower seed with Kyrie Irving playing only road games (44:46)? Despite the Lakers losing last night, Anthony Davis has looked dominant since returning from injury (39:06). They also discuss last night's Warriors win, as Klay Thompson had one of his better games since returning (49:48). Lastly, they briefly touch on the Shaq–Ben Simmons feud (56:10).
Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Jessie Lopez
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Mismatch have?
The Mismatch currently has 445 episodes available.
What topics does The Mismatch cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts and Sports.
What is the most popular episode on The Mismatch?
The episode title 'Boo Fest in Philly With Small-Game James, Adding More Incentives, and Witnessing the Birth of an All-Star' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Mismatch?
The average episode length on The Mismatch is 68 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Mismatch released?
Episodes of The Mismatch are typically released every 3 days, 22 hours.
When was the first episode of The Mismatch?
The first episode of The Mismatch was released on Nov 27, 2017.
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