The Mismatch

Verno and Jacoby return as they discuss the Suns bouncing back to win over the Lakers, the Spurs extending their win streak to 11 and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander returning from his injury. Then they discuss their loves and loathes for this past week.

(0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!

(00:31) Suns sink Lakers, Rockets stun Magic, Spurs Make it 11 Straight

(11:03) Knueppel shatters rookie 3-point record with 207th triple

(21:29) Jacoby and Verno’s Love and loathes

(21:41) Verno loves: Mat Ishbia $1 Million prize for ASW Dunk Contest

(27:34) Jacoby Loves: JK’s explosive new era in Atlanta

(29:50) Verno Loathes: The NBA sending independent doctors to Utah

(35:37) Jacoby Loathes: James Harden Injury

(37:02) Verno Loves: Costas, Collins & Fratello Reunited for Spurs-Sixers on NBC

(41:48) Jacoby Loves: Giannis less Bucks are on fire right now

(44:19) Verno Loathes: Can I trust you Knicks?

(49:53) Jacoby Loathes: Ayton Fires back “I’m not no Clint Capela”

(53:02) Verno Loves: Taj Gibson signing with Grizzlies

(57:03) Jacoby Loves: Magic City Monday in Atlanta

(1:00:32) Verno Loathes: Vince Williams injury and perspective

(1:06:37) Jacoby Loathes: Lakers aren’t even interesting anymore

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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby

Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff Shearin

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Verno and Jacoby return as they discuss the Spurs win against the Pistons and their push towards the top seed in the West as well as the Kings finally ending their 16-game losing streak against the Grizzlies. They then set up their bit of the day, ‘talk me out of this’, where they attempt to change their minds on a specific take.(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(02:04) Spurs continue to push for the one seed in a dominant win vs. Pistons(10:26) Kings snap 16-game losing streak with win vs. Grizzlies(18:15) Dillon Brooks was the one guy the Suns couldn’t lose(22:30) The Spurs will be NBA champions… Next year(28:10) This should be and will be LeBron James's last year with the Lakers(33:53) The 65 game rule is stupid and should not exist(43:35) Playing hard is the new moneyball for the league(47:33) The play-in games are fun, but entirely unnecessary(53:08) If Fred VanVleet and Jayson Tatum return, then the Rockets and Celtics are title contenders(1:01:34) No sport provides a better finish than hockeyLeave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff ShearinSocial: Keith Fujimoto
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Verno and Jacoby return as they discuss the Pistons' impressive win over the Knicks and Cade Cunningham’s MVP-level performance at MSG. They then discuss Kevin Durant’s alleged burner account, Bennedict Mathurin’s explosive Clippers home debut, and Adam Silver finally addressing the ongoing tanking issues across the league. Next, the guys share three things they are looking forward to for the rest of the season.(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(06:19) The Pistons and Cade Cunningham shine at Madison Square Garden in win against the Knicks(14:56) Rockets survive against the Hornets(19:56) Kevin Durant’s alleged burner account(27:06) Bennedict Mathurin lifts the Clippers past the Nuggets(30:52) Adam Silver addresses the NBA's tanking issues(37:11) Potential new playoff teams(44:15) Cavs poised for a run in the East(49:27) Can the Spurs snag the no. 1 seed?(01:02:29) Which team can replicate the Pacers' title run last year?(01:07:36) Awards and All-NBA team turnover(01:16;45) What will happen with Darryn Peterson?Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff ShearinSocial: Keith Fujimoto
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Verno and Jacoby return ahead of All-Star weekend as they discuss their fond memories of the All-Star Game and how the game is viewed in a completely different way now. They also debate whether or not Adam Silver will address the ongoing tanking issues across the league. Next, the guys dive into their loves and loathes from the season so far.

(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(35:00) All-Star Game memories(08:55) Will Adam Silver address the ongoing tanking in the league?(14:31) Verno and Jacoby’s no. 1 loves of the week(23:50) Verno and Jacoby’s no. 1 loathes of the week(31:32) No. 2 loves of the week(40:14) No. 2 loathes of the week(47:00) No. 3 loves of the week(51:26) No. 3 loathes of the week(1:01:05) No. 4 loves of the week(1:06:02) No. 4 loathes of the week

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Verno and Jacoby are back as they discuss the fight that broke out in the Hornets-Pistons game and their hope for a potential playoff series between the two teams. Next, the guys ask 10 questions heading into All-Star weekend.



(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (00:37) Hornets-Pistons fight club (09:06) Which team would have the best chance vs. Pistons in a Royal Rumble-style match? (13:48) Will the NBA be forced to go after teams who are tanking? (22:36) Which bottom-five team in each conference is in the best position going forward? (26:24) Are the Wolves a good team? (29:33) Would the Celtics be favorites if Jayson Tatum returns? (31:54) What teams in the East can defeat the Cavs in a seven-game series? (35:31) Which team you could see yourself liking more come playoffs? (39:05) What minor trade-deadline move will be discussed more come playoffs? (44:04) Who is the celebrity to crash a player interview? (50:08) Was the Super Bowl boring?



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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto
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