Podcast Episodes

The Wemby Debate, Zion's Revival, Houston’s Hopes, and LeBron’s Leverage

As we inch closer and closer to the regular season, Verno and Jacoby return with 10 questions about the upcoming season and more.

(00:00) Welcome to the Mismatch!
(02:24) Question 1: Is Victor Wembany…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

Adam Silver’s Tough Week, Trae Young Claps Back, and What to Do With Jonathan Kuminga

Verno and Jacoby are back as they continue to discuss the evolving story about Kawhi Leonard, Steve Ballmer, and Aspiration. Also, they detail how commissioner Adam Silver has mishandled the Clippers…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Kawhi’s "Carbon Footprint," Hardest Players to Root For, Offseason Enjoyments, and NFL Takeaways

Verno and Jacoby return with 10 questions about the NBA Hall of Fame, Kawhi Leonard, biggest disappointments, the NFL, and more!

(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!
(01:30) Question 1: Thoughts on the Ka…

Published on 2 months ago

The Most Exciting Players, All-Star Game Improvements, and the Summer of Strahinja Continues

Verno and Jacoby return with five questions each about the upcoming season.

(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!
(00:52) Most exciting players to watch
(14:50) Did last year’s terrible All-Star Game actual…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Which Superstar Has Played in Their Last Finals? Plus, MPJ’s Erraticness, Labubus, and a Joker Brother Sighting.

Verno and Jacoby briefly go through some of the meaningless news around the league before Verno reads a message from a listener about a special sighting on one of the islands of Hawaii. Next, the guy…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

10 Observations About the 2025-26 NBA Schedule

After dissecting the entire 2025-26 NBA schedule, Verno and Jacoby share 10 observations they have about the national TV breakdown, Michael Jordan's role on NBC, Rivals Week, late games on the East C…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

20 Questions About the Upcoming NBA Season

As we enter the dog days of summer, Verno and Jacoby bring 10 questions each about the upcoming NBA season. They go through everything from the recent string of contract extensions, Daryl Morey’s ast…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

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…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

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 Grizz…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

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 wat…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago