The Mismatch

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.

(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!

(2:44) Jacoby going to 'The Odyssey' premiere

(11:18) Summer league observation no. 1: Top four picks exceeded expectation

(19:14) Summer league observation no. 2: Rookie standouts

(28:17) Summer league observation no. 3: Sophomores standouts

(31:05) Summer league observation no. 4: Disappointing players

(33:21) Summer league observation no. 5: Las Vegas experiences

(48:07) LeBron James watch

(51:28) NBA investigating second sponsorship deal with Kawhi Leonard

(56:43) Victor Wembanyama signs extension with Spurs

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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby

Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, Jeff Shearin, and Remy Hernandez

Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Verno and Jacoby return to discuss the Celtics trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers and debate Brad Stevens's reasoning for trading him away at this point in time. Next, they discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo’s comments since being traded to the Miami Heat, their latest ideas on where LeBron James will end up, and the most recent free agency news. Also, a brief conversation about Cameron Boozer, Darryn Peterson, and the early slate of NBA summer league games.

(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!

(4:01) Brad Stevens and the Celtics front office speak on trading Jaylen Brown to the 76ers

(22:13) Giannis Antetokounmpo speaks on leaving Milwaukee

(30:08) Origins of the LeBron James whiteboard and dissecting where he could possibly go

(39:57) Recent free agent news: DeMar DeRozan waived, Rui Hachimura signs with the Clippers, and Quinten Post’s Grizzlies offer sheet

(46:57) Early summer league reactions

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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby

Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff Shearin

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Free agency is here as Verno and Jacoby react to all the news, starting with the reporting that LeBron James is set to move on from the Lakers and join a new team next season. They then debate whether Kawhi Leonard’s return to the Raptors actually moves the needle for them or the Clippers, and Verno then shares his disappointment with how Ja Morant’s time in Memphis ended. Also, they discuss the ongoing awkwardness between the Celtics and Jaylen Brown, and the weird restricted free agency market surrounding Walker Kessler and Jalen Duren.

(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!

(2:42) LeBron James is moving on from the Lakers. Where will he find happiness?

(15:40) Cavs big-game hunting, and imagining LeBron to the Spurs

(21:49) Clippers trade Kawhi Leonard to the Raptors

(30:52) Ja Morant’s sad ending with the Memphis Grizzlies

(40:32) Relating to Jaylen Brown’s situation

(51:05) Walker Kessler and Jalen Duren’s restricted free agency

(56:39) Rapid fire moves made

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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 are back, as they discuss the blockbuster trade between the Hornets and Timberwolves that sent LaMelo Ball to Minnesota and Naz Reid to Charlotte. They take a look at the trade from both sides, debate whether either team is finished making moves and if the trade will inspire LaMelo to take his game to a different level. Next, Verno shares his absolute excitement for Isaiah Stewart’s arrival in Memphis, whether or not the Celtics will actually trade Jaylen Brown, and the surprising lack of a market for Ja Morant. Also, the rumors of Kawhi Leonard being open to signing an extension with a former team, and the Lakers absolutely needing to sign Austin Reaves to the max contract.

(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!

(2:17) Hornets get a fresh start, trade LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves

(19:51) Tim Connelly takes another big swing with acquiring LaMelo Ball and trading away fan favorite Naz Reid

(23:47) Pistons trade Isaiah Stewart to the Grizzlies

(32:40) Will the Celtics actually trade Jaylen Brown?

(39:27) Where is the market for Ja Morant?

(48:02) Is Kawhi Leonard going back to the Spurs or Raptors

(49:58) Was it smart for the Lakers to give Austin Reaves a max contract?

(58:59) Second-round draft recap

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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 react to the first round of the NBA draft, beginning with Verno’s thoughts on the Grizzlies drafting Cameron Boozer and a debate on whether Ja Morant will get traded at all. They then dive into the rest of the top 10 picks. They also discuss how college basketball has evolved when it comes to scouting for the NBA, the lack of surprises and shocking moments from the first round, and how the new anti-tanking rules will affect future drafts. Next, the long-awaited return of the Prospector, who shares the picks he did not like from the first round and which players he likes heading into tonight’s second round.

(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!

(3:58) Is Ja Morant staying in Memphis?

(6:41) Verno on the Grizzlies drafting Cameron Boozer

(10:36) Reactions to the Nets drafting Mikel Brown Jr. and the Kings drafting Darius Acuff Jr.

(16:14) Why we'll have fewer draft "busts" now

(26:17) No surprises or shocking draft picks

(32:08) How will the new anti-tanking rules affect the draft going forward?

(40:13) The Spurs are loading up around Wemby

(53:54) The Prospector returns

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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby

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Social: Keith Fujimoto
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