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- Today1h 10m
Jacoby Went to the Game. $888. Zero Regrets. Knicks Win.
Verno and Jacoby break down a wild Game 1 from every angle—including Jacoby's upper-deck view from inside the Frost Bank Center. Jalen Brunson went into the tunnel and came out a closer, dropping 13 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter when it mattered most. KAT bullied Wemby all night long, and Wemby shot just 6-of-21 in his NBA Finals debut. The Knicks stole one in San Antonio—but is this series really over? Not even close. Welcome to The Mismatch! Jacoby drops $888 to take in the moment of a Knicks Game 1 win Inside the arena: San Antonio's kindness vs. New York's chaos energy "We've got a guy" — Brunson's fourth-quarter run KAT was built for this moment — 18 points, 12 rebounds, and Wemby had no answer Hart and Alvarado — the unsung heroes of Game 1 Looking ahead: Can Wemby and the Spurs adjust to the Knicks? Game 2 predictions and series outlook The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Protect your summer today at WeatherTech.com Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Stefan Anderson and Jeff Shearin Directors of Photography: Ulrich Von Dran IV Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 days ago1h 11m
Spurs Vs. Knicks. Youth Vs. Experience. The NBA Finals are here!
Verno and Jacoby are back to break down how a remarkably poised Spurs squad knocked off Oklahoma City in seven—then turn their full attention to the Finals. They dig into the tactical chess match of stopping Victor Wembanyama, why Josh Hart is the Knicks' X-factor, and whether Mitchell Robinson can be effective with a busted finger. Plus, the regular-season history between these two teams, MVP odds, and why New York City is already losing its mind before tip-off. Welcome to The Mismatch! Dissecting the WCF–What impressed you most about the Spurs-Thunder series? Is the discourse toward Chet warranted? Western Conference team building: How will teams deal with the Spurs and Wemby? Confidence is contagious for the Spurs: Rookie Dylan Harper plays like a veteran Knicks are underdogs even though they breezed through the ECF What we learned from the Spurs-Knicks regular-season matchups Keys to win for the Knicks: Josh Hart Wemby and Brunson are the betting favorites for Finals MVP What really happened to Mitchell Robinson and his broken pinkie? Changing of the guard in the NBA: Spurs' youth over Knicks veterans The Knicks are giving Gotham something to cheer about The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan.com to learn more about the resources and helplines. Protect your summer today at WeatherTech.com Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Stefan Anderson and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago1h 9m
Spurs Force Game 7, and the Draft Lottery Conundrum
Verno and Jacoby return to react to the Spurs' Game 6 win over the Thunder and give their keys to Game 7. Then, they discuss the news of Mitchell Robinson breaking his pinkie finger and the new draft lottery rules. Welcome to The Mismatch! Thunder-Spurs: WCF headed to Game 7, Spurs defeat Thunder 118-91 Rim protection: Spurs held Thunder to 91 points (lowest playoff output) Flip-flopped series: Spurs turn the tables on Thunder Spurs-Thunder: Both teams have shown non-competitive moments Distractions behind the benches: Nuns and boobs Small-market fans are not ready for a "New York State of Mind" Knicks' championship path: Need Spurs to take down Thunder Spurs-Thunder Game 7 preview: Low-scoring war determines the winner Instant reaction: President Trump heading to the Finals NBA approves radical 3-2-1 anti-tanking reform for draft lottery The Ringer is Committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://www.fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Protect your summer today at WeatherTech.com Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Stefan Anderson and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago1h 12m
The Knicks Return to the NBA Finals, and How to Blow Up the Cavs With KOC
Verno and Jacoby return to react to the Knicks returning to the NBA Finals after sweeping the Cavs in the Eastern conference finals and preview Game 5 of Spurs-Thunder. Then they are joined by Yahoo Sports’ Kevin O’Connor to discuss the issues with the Cavs’ roster, the Knicks’ chances in the NBA championship, and the new NBA lottery rules. Welcome to The Mismatch! Knicks destroy Cavs 130-93, punch ticket to NBA Finals Knicks run out opponents with 11 straight playoff wins Gotham stands tall: first NBA Finals since 1999 Cleveland lame: Knicks’ average margin of victory +18.5 ppg Cavs future retool: Mitchell + Mobley close to contending Thunder-Spurs preview: OKC’s lack of offense, series tied 2-2 Kevin O’Connor from Yahoo Sports joins the show Cavs autopsy report: KOC breaks down the future of the Cavs Knicks favorites to win it all? KOC headline: Wemby turns SGA into DeMar DeRozan KOC the FIXER: how the NBA is f**king over the Grizzlies Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Protect your summer today at WeatherTech.com Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Guest: Kevin O’Connor Producers: Stefan Anderson and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 7m
Knicks Take a 2-0 Lead, Spurs-Thunder Head to San Antonio Tied at 1
Verno and Jacoby return to react to the Knicks' Game 2 win over the Cavs and recap Spurs-Thunder Game 2. Then, they preview the remainder of the each series, dissect the Giannis trade rumors, and the NBA All-Rookie teams. Welcome to The Mismatch! Knicks-Cavs: NY takes Game 2 with 109-93 victory, Josh Hart 26 pts Wave of Knicks fandom throughout the five boroughs Ice-cold Cavs: Shooting woes continue, 35 percent FG in Game 2 Knicks-Cavs: Worst of the conference finals, series ends in five Thunder-Spurs recap: Physical WCF battle, turnovers kill Spurs SGA 30 pts, 12-24 FG, OKC 34 Assists (second-highest in the playoffs) Wemby 21 pts, 10 pts in the paint (down sharply from 26 pts in Game 1) Thunder vs. the World: Can the Spurs rebound in Game 3? NBA All-Rookie First Team: Flagg, Knueppel, Edgecombe, Harper, and Coward All-Rookie Second Team: Bailey, Fears, Murray-Boyles, Raynaud, and Queen Giannis trade watch: Bucks open to offers Jeff Van Gundy as the Blazers' next head coach? Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Protect your summer today at WeatherTech.com Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Stefan Anderson and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 17m
Wemby Shines in Game 1, and a Knicks-Cavs Preview
Verno and Jacoby return to react to the classic Game 1 of the Western Conference finals and give their thoughts on Game 2. They also preview the Eastern Conference finals featuring the Knicks and Cavaliers. Welcome to The Mismatch! Spurs-Thunder: “Harwood Classic,” Spurs win Game 1, 122-115 (2OT) Alex Caruso has the game of his life: 31 pts to keep Thunder in the game Wemby with an MVP performance: 41 pts, 24 reb with a logo 3-pointer Thunder need some soul searching after Game 1. SGA 24 pts, Chet 8 pts Small market atmosphere in Oklahoma City and San Antonio Refs make the right calls and keep the game moving Looking ahead to the rest of the series: Smoking on that OKC - Thunder in 6 Insane stats from Game 1: Rookie Dylan Harper has a historic night Knicks-Cavs Preview: New York is a different team from the start of the season Cavs' inconsistent play in the playoffs; Knicks are the clear favorite Shams breaking the MVP news before Amazon Story time with Verno and Jacoby Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Protect your summer today at WeatherTech.com Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Stefan Anderson and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 32m
Who Will Meet the Knicks and Thunder? Plus, Loves and Loathes.
Welcome to The Mismatch! Verno and Jacoby return to react to the Spurs and Cavs taking a 3-2 lead in their respective series and give their thoughts on the pivotal Game 6s on Friday. Plus, they give their Loves and Loathes for the past week and remember Brandon Clarke. Welcome To The Mismatch ! Cavs-Pistons Game 6 preview: Cleveland leads series 3-2 Spurs-Wolves Game 6 preview: San Antonio leads series 3-2 Jacoby Loves: Tony Brothers (the no-call and the Finch fight) Verno Loves: Ajay Mitchell scoring 22.5 PPG and a playoff career high of 28 points Jacoby Loathes: Wemby dominating the MVP race (forever) Verno Loathes: The James Harden experience Jacoby Loves: KAT "unlocking" his role after half a year Verno Loves: Sixth man "swingers" dominating the playoffs Jacoby Loathes: The "bump-and-jump" shoulder bump Verno Loathes: Philly’s phony explanations Jacoby Loves: Spurs rookie sensation Dylan Harper Verno Loves: Popovich “speaking life into you” (a must-read article) Jacoby Loathes: All the endless LeBron narratives Verno Loathes: The Bucks' dysfunction and Doc’s laissez-faire approach Jacoby Loves: Barkley’s "That’s a pretty man" crush on Max Strus Verno Loves: The NBA combine measurements and wingspans Jacoby Loathes: The “Nothing Is Everything” Skyrizi commercial Verno Loathes: The passing of Brandon Clarke (1996-2026) The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Protect your summer today at WeatherTech.com Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Stefan Anderson and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 9m
Thunder Sweep Lakers, Cavs Tie it at 2 and Pivotal Game 5 for Spurs-T’Wolves
Verno and Jacoby return to react to Monday’s playoff matchups. The Thunder remain undefeated as they sweep the Lakers, and the Cavs tie the series at 2 with the Pistons. They also preview Game 5 between the Spurs and the T’Wolves and examine the Knicks' run and the NBA Draft Lottery. Welcome to The Mismatch! Thunder-Lakers: Lakers fought hard in a 115-110 loss Thunder Dominate playoffs, Sweep Suns and Lakers Lebron Swept: Time to take a pay cut or retire? Pistons-Cavs: Mitchell drops 43 pts in 112-103 Win, series tied 2-2 Knicks Sweep Sixers 4-0: 497points, averaging 124+ PPG Plenty of rest for Anunoby and crew before Eastern Conference Finals Wemby was tossed for Flagrant 2 in the 2nd quarter, time served by the NBA. Wolves need ‘Super’ Ant: Edwards needs to go off to Advance. Dylan Harper: Rookies having moments in the Playoffs NBA Draft Lottery: Verno Jumps off the Couch, Grizzlies land no. 3 pick 2026 NBA Draft Top Four: 1. Dybansta, 2. Peterson, 3. Boozer, 4. Wilson Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Stefan Anderson and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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