The Mismatch

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The Mismatch

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.

  1. 23 HR. AGO

    Exhilarating Christmas Day Games and Three Gifts From the Season. Plus: Does Anyone Really Want Jimmy?

    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

    1h 22m

  2. DEC 20

    Are the Bucks Back? Plus: KAT’s Homecoming, Draymond’s Dud, and More Things We Love and Loath.

    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

    1h 11m

  3. DEC 17

    Boring Superstars, Schroder to the Warriors, NBA Cup Preview, and Who Would Want Zion?

    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

    1h 10m

  4. DEC 13

    The Lackluster Knicks, Jimmy’s Troll Job, Love for Suggs, and the Farmer Garner

    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

    1h 14m

  5. DEC 10

    Is Jokic Having the Greatest Season Ever? Plus: Best Outcome for the NBA Cup, Who Could Be This Year’s Breakout, and Trade Rumors.

    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

    1h 11m

  6. DEC 6

    The Depressing Lakers, Trae Vs. NY, and Our Loves and Loathes of the Week

    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

    59 min

  7. DEC 3

    The Mismatch Awards! Plus: Is the NBA Cup Difficult to Follow?

    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

    1h 21m

  8. NOV 26

    Things We Can’t Believe This Season. Plus: Star Players Return From Injury, Ivey’s Rise, and Life Outside Basketball.

    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

    1h 19m
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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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  • Channel
    Ringer NBA
  • Creator
    The Ringer
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    394
  • Rating
    Explicit
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