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Chris Vernon and David Jacoby discuss all the news, trends, and transactions happening in the NBA. They also offer their on-court analysis, and occasionally get into heated debates.
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- 5 days ago1h 19m
Steve Ballmer Accepts His Fate, the Pistons’ Mess, the Year of Brunson Continues, and the A.I. Takeover
Verno and Jacoby return as they react to Steve Ballmer’s statement accepting his punishment for the NBA’s investigation into the Clippers. They discuss what the expectations are for the Clippers next season as well as what impact Kawhi Leonard will have with the Raptors now that the trade has been made official. Next, they discuss Mark Williams’s surgery, Jalen Brunson hosting 'Saturday Night Live,' and the ongoing contract negotiations between Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons. Lastly, the guys have three questions each, ranging from the impact of new head coaches to artificial intelligence. Welcome to The Mismatch! Steve Ballmer releases statement accepting his punishment for circumventing the salary cap Expectations for Raptors with Kawhi Leonard Mark Williams to miss several months after shoulder surgery Jalen Brunson hosting the season premiere of 'SNL' Jalen Duren and Detroit Pistons remain far apart in contract negotiations Are the Clippers wrong for giving Chris Paul’s no. 3 to Bradley Beal? Which team are you personally high on that probably won’t be good? Which new head coach will have a major impact next season? Reaction to Nikola Jokic’s comments about being a well known NBA player Which team do you know you will like more than the consensus? How long do we have until A.I. murders us all? Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago1h 12m
Clippers Get Hammered, Ben Simmons Is Back, and Five Questions Ahead of Next Season
Verno and Jacoby return as they discuss the NBA’s punishment on the Clippers for circumventing the salary cap with Kawhi Leonard. They then discuss Amen Thompson’s contract extension, Ben Simmons’s return to the league, and the latest with Jalen Duren. Next, the guys have five questions ahead of next season. Welcome to The Mismatch! League slams the hammer on the Clippers for circumventing the salary cap with Kawhi Leonard Is the Kawhi Leonard signing the worst signing ever? Amen Thompson signs a five-year, $208 million contract extension with the Rockets Ben Simmons is back; signs a deal with the Kings Jalen Duren, Pistons remain apart in contract negotiations How many teams enter training camp with real championship expectations? Are the Lakers going to be better than they were last year? How will Giannis’s move to the Heat affect what Nikola Jokic could do with the Nuggets? Where do the Pistons rank among the rest of the Eastern Conference? Does Jacoby recommend driving across the country in a RV? Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 5m
The Players We Can’t Wait to See on New Teams. Plus, Which Star Will Finally Get a Ring?
Verno and Jacoby return to go through the players they are most looking forward to seeing in action with a new team. They break it all down by each selecting a star, a role player, a once-upon-a-time star, and an "I still believe in them" player. Then they discuss which star is most likely to win their first championship, which small offseason move will net the biggest result, and which scandal they care about the most going into the season. Also, they briefly discuss some of the recent signings around the league, the Wolves' ownership change, and Shaedon Sharpe’s injury. Welcome to The Mismatch! Klay Thompson and DeMar DeRozan sign with the Heat and Nuggets, respectively Timberwolves ownership change Shaedon Sharpe’s injury Star player on a new team we are most looking forward to seeing Role player on a new team we are most looking forward to seeing The once-upon-a-time star player on a new team we are most looking forward to seeing The "I still believe in them" player on a new team we are most looking forward to seeing Which star is most likely to win their first championship? Small offseason signing that will lead to big results Scandal they care about the most Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Aug 21, 20261h 0m
Inside the Lakers’ New Era With Dan Woike
Verno and Jacoby are joined by The Athletic’s Dan Woike to help break down the entire Lakers situation. They discuss Mark Walter's shocking decision to sell the Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, the not-so-shocking Buss family drama since the Lakers were flipped by Walter, how the new ownership could affect Luka Doncic, and more. They also discuss how the Lakers' offseason acquisitions fit next to Luka, expectations for LeBron James on the Sixers, and Dan’s thoughts on the Clippers-Aspiration investigation. Welcome to The Mismatch! Initial reaction to the Lakers' sale to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner On Mark Walter and the changes he started implementing on the Lakers How does new ownership affect Luka Doncic? LeBron James leaving the Lakers to sign with the Sixers Explaining how a team governor role works Pros and cons from the Lakers' offseason Clippers-Aspiration investigation Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Guest: Dan Wokie Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Aug 14, 20261h 14m
The NBA Schedule Has Arrived, and Russell Westbrook Calls It a Career
The NBA has finally released the schedule for the 2026-27 season, and Verno and Jacoby react by discussing the Christmas Day games, which team has a surprising amount of national TV games, debate who’ll get booed when returning to their former team, and more. Also, the guys share some of their fond memories of Russell Westbrook after he announced his retirement. Welcome to The Mismatch! NBA releases the full 2026-27 schedule Opening Day schedule Christmas Day schedule Nationally televised games Homecoming games Trying to make sense of the Lakers getting flipped by Mark Walter Can't-miss games of the season Happy retirement, Russell Westbrook Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Aug 4, 20261h 11m
Loves and Loathes of the Offseason So Far
Verno and Jacoby return with the offseason edition of Loves and Loathes! Welcome to The Mismatch! Verno loves: The power shift of the Eastern Conference Jacoby loves: Still riding the high of the Knicks' championship Verno loathes: The second apron Jacoby loathes: Victor Wembanyama taking a pay cut Verno loves: Underrated acquisitions of the offseason Jacoby loves: The Chicago Bulls Verno loathes: The neverending Clippers-Aspiration saga (and a bonus side story on Verno competing against Joey Chestnut) Jacoby loathes: The Warriors' offseason Verno loves: New head coaches around the league Jacoby loves: LeBron James surprising everyone by signing with the 76ers Verno loathes: Blazers owner Tom Dundon Jacoby loathes: Pistons not addressing their needs Verno loves: Minnesota Lynx’s Olivia Miles Jacoby loves: NBA Europe Verno loathes: Being out of touch with current movies and TV shows Jacoby loathes: Booking an RV vacation with his family Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Jul 28, 20261h 13m
Still Shocked About LeBron Signing With the Sixers, Big Wilt's Smalls Paradise, and Verno’s Hole in One
It finally happened! LeBron James is taking his talents to Philadelphia after signing a two-year deal with the 76ers last week. Verno and Jacoby share their thoughts on LeBron signing with Philly before discussing some of the other news around the league since LeBron's signing, including Mario Hezonja’s rabid interest before joining the Cavs, Nuggets matching the Thunder’s offer sheet for Spencer Jones, and more. Welcome to The Mismatch! Still in shock about LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers Should the Sixers trade Joel Embiid? The Bob Myers angle Sixers have multiple guys who can score 30+ on any night Who will miss the playoffs in the revamped Eastern Conference? LeBron commuting from New York to Philadelphia and Wilt Chamberlain’s nightclub From LeBron James to Mario Hezonja Nuggets match Thunder’s offer sheet for Spencer Jones Verno’s trip to Milwaukee Blazers owner continues his controversial changes for the franchise Verno going to watch 'The Odyssey' Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Jul 15, 20261h 11m
Summer League Observations, Another Kawhi Investigation, and a Surprise Knick at 'The Odyssey' Premiere
Verno and Jacoby are back as they go through five observations from the NBA's summer league in Las Vegas. They then discuss some of the latest news around the league including a second sponsorship deal investigation surrounding Kawhi Leonard, Victor Wembanyama’s contract extension, and more. Also, Jacoby shares his experience of going to 'The Odyssey' premiere in New York. Welcome to The Mismatch! Jacoby going to 'The Odyssey' premiere Summer league observation no. 1: Top four picks exceeded expectation Summer league observation no. 2: Rookie standouts Summer league observation no. 3: Sophomores standouts Summer league observation no. 4: Disappointing players Summer league observation no. 5: Las Vegas experiences LeBron James watch NBA investigating second sponsorship deal with Kawhi Leonard Victor Wembanyama signs extension with Spurs Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, Jeff Shearin, and Remy Hernandez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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