NBA Summer Storylines: A Motivated Luka, Ja’s Joy, and Is LeBron Really Planning for 2026?
Verno and Jacoby discuss the new-look Luka Doncic that is featured in the latest edition of Men’s Health magazine. They debate what kind of impact a healthier Luka will make on the Lakers, the topics were not discussed in the article, as well as his surprise appearance at a Yankees game. Next, they take a deep dive on Nikola Jokic’s agent's cryptic photo with LeBron James and Maverick Carter, Verno explains why he expects a big bounce-back season from Ja Morant, and they debate where the remaining restricted free agents could possibly land. After, they discuss Billy Donovan’s contract extension with the Bulls, the anonymous Nets executive who says Michael Porter Jr. could lead the league in scoring next season, and Verno shares his experience staying at Jacoby’s apartment when he visited New York.
(0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(2:15) Luka Dončić 2.0 Has Entered the Chat(17:40) Reaction to Jokic's Winning Horse(18:35) Breaking: Jokic's Brother is the GM of KK Joker(23:40) Reaction to Jokic's Winning Horse(25:40) LeBron and Maverick Carter's Yacht Meeting(33:15) Ja Morant's Nike World Tour(41:20) Restricted Free Agents Still Unsigned(50:05) Billy Donovan's Extension(54:00) MPJ "Might lead league in scoring" - Nets Executive(56:15) LaMelo Hot Cheeto Feet(58:50) Tyrese Haliburton's Proposal at Iowa St.(1:01:30) Verno's NYC Trip(1:24:05) Thanks for Watching!
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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker TashjianSocial: Keith Fujimoto
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Post-Summer League Watch List: Teams That Deserve Our Attention (and Those That Don’t)
Verno and Jacoby congratulate the Charlotte Hornets on winning this year’s Summer League and briefly discuss why Nikola Jokic’s brother was still in Las Vegas watching a random game between the Grizzlies and Clippers. Next, the guys each share two teams that they want to see more of and less of after watching all of Summer League. Lastly, they discuss Chris Paul’s possible last run in a return to the Clippers, Marcus Smart signing with the Lakers, and Damian Lillard’s homecoming.
(0:00) Welcome To The Mismatch!(0:20) Kon Knueppel Leads Hornets Winning Summer League(2:15) Was Jokic's Brother Looking for Verno?(8:22) Teams We Want To See MORE(9:45) Verno: Utah Jazz(14:25) Jacoby: Atlanta Hawks(18:05) Verno: Charlotte Hornets(28:05) Jacoby: Dallas Mavericks(36:55) Teams We Want To See LESS(37:10) Verno: Miami Heat(41:55) Jacoby: Sacramento Kings(44:05) Verno: New Orleans Pelicans(48:35) Jacoby: Toronto Raptors(51:15) Chris Paul Returns To The Clippers!(57:00) Marcus Smart Signs with The Lakers(58:30) Dame Returns to Portland(1:03:20) Verno's Going to NYC
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Impressive Summer League Performances and the Legend of ‘Target Guy’
Verno and Jacoby recap this weekend’s action and buzz around Summer League. Verno shares the slights and sounds of being in Las Vegas for the event, from the vibes around Thomas & Mack Center, to watching Kelly Clarkson, and finding the elusive “Target guy” who predicted Cedric Coward will become the best player in this draft class. Next, the guys each share three players who impressed them over the weekend at Summer League. Then, the guys briefly discuss some of the news around the league including what the Lakers will do with LeBron James, Paul George’s latest surgery, Wemby's return, and more.
(0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(0:25) Verno's Summer League Takeaways(5:05) Verno Met Jokic's Brother(10:05) Verno's Summer League Takeaways(18:15) Target Guy Met Verno In Vegas (Cedric Coward Prophet)(30:28) Verno's Summer League Takeaways(35:40) Favorite Summer League Player: Joan Beringer(42:00) Favorite Summer League Player: Tre Johnson(47:08) Favorite Summer League Player: Kyle Filipowski(52:00) Favorite Summer League Player: Drew Timme(54:40) Favorite Summer League Player: Ron Holland(57:50) Favorite Summer League Player: Yang Hansen(1:02:30) Reaction to The LeBron Drama(1:04:20) Joel Embiid + Paul George Health Updates(1:06:35) Wemby's Back to Training(1:09:10) MPJ: "Well, I'm Traded."(1;11:00) Love Island Finale Reaction
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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker TashjianSocial: Keith Fujimoto
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The Most Disastrous and Perfect Fits of the Offseason
Verno and Jacoby recap the latest string of free agency news, including Paolo Banchero’s contract extension, where Jonas Valanciunas will play, and more. Next, they discuss which offseason moves they think will turn out disastrous and which moves are perfect fits.
(0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(0:50) Summer League Takeaways(4:20) Reaction to the Norm Powell-John Collins Trade(8:55) Expect Jonas Valančiūnas to Play for the Nuggets?(13:53) Paolo Banchero Signs Extension with Magic(17:08) Grizzlies Trade Away Jay Huff, Sign Jock Landale(23:50) Why is Malik Beasley Still Unsigned?(28:15) More Free Agency & Trade Reactions(31:17) Disaster Fit: Pelicans Draft Derik Queen(34:17) Disaster Fit: Deandre Ayton Signs with The Lakers(39:15) Disaster Fit: Jrue Holiday with the Blazers(44:03) Disaster Fit: Bucks Waive Dame to Sign Myles Turner(46:35) Disaster Fit: Spurs Sign Luke Kornet(50:48) Disaster Fit: The Brooklyn Nets(53:12) Perfect Fit: DFS on the Rockets(55:35) Perfect Fit: The Atlanta Hawks(57:48) Perfect Fit: Former Grizzlies on the Magic(59:48) Perfect Fit: Mike Brown Coaching the Knicks(1:02:30) Perfect Fit: Kyle Lowry Signs with the 76ers(1:05:40) What's Next for Chris Paul?(1:07:15) Perfect Fit: Nuggets Offseason
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Free Agency Day One: Winners, Bold Moves, and Are the Lakers Going to Trade LeBron?
Free agency is here! Join Verno and Jacoby as they recap the day-one deals and discuss everything from the Rockets refueling for a championship run with Kevin Durant to their hopes for a competitive Hornets team. They also discuss the Hawks' impressive first day, the Nuggets trading away MPJ and signing Bruce Brown Jr., and the Grizzlies' aggressiveness to start free agency. They also debate whether the Lakers would actually trade LeBron James.(0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(0:22) NBA Free Agency Reactions(0:43) Rockets Extensions + Sign DFS and Capela(11:18) Nuggets Trade MPJ for Cam Johnson + Sign Bruce Brown(13:45) Hawks Acquire Porzingis, Nickeil Alexander-Walker + Kennard(16:40) BREAKING: Hornets Sign Mason Plumlee(20:38) BREAKING: Bucks Sign Taurean Prince(21:45) Grizzlies: JJJ & Santi Aldama Extension + Sign Ty Jerome(28:42) Lakers: Sign Jake LaRavia + LeBron Rumors(37:43) Blazers Buyout Deandre Ayton(38:20) More Free Agency Reactions(43:48) BREAKING: Jordan Clarkson to Sign with the Knicks(45:32) More Free Agency Reactions(58:05) Biggest Takeaways from Free AgencyLeave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091Visit creditkarma.com or download the app today.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 JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker TashjianSocial: Keith Fujimoto
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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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