The Mismatch

The Mismatch


Latest Episodes

Exploring the Thunder’s Chemistry, Playoff Prospects, and Tournament Anticipation
March 19, 2024

Verno and KOC discuss how the Thunders organic team chemistry has led to their success this year (03:04). The guys react to Kyrie Irvings game-winner over the weekend before taking a hard look at the Suns after losing to the Giannis-less Bucks (19:59).

Is There a New Alpha in Boston? Plus, Exposing the Lack of Foul Calls.
March 15, 2024

Verno and KOC discuss Al Horford and Jaylen Browns performance in last nights Celtics win over the Suns (01:48). Is Brown quietly becoming the new leader in Boston? Next, the guys dive into Tom Haberstroh and Ethan Strausss recent reporting about how o

The NBA Postseason Belief Scale
March 12, 2024

With just over a month left in the regular season, Verno and KOC discuss their levels of belief in all of the potential playoff teams in each conference. They start off in the East (02:45) before turning their attention to the West (37:51). Also, with KOC

The Nuggets Sweep the Season Series Against the Celtics, Edwards Drops 44, and Luka’s Historic Performance in a Win Over the Heat
March 08, 2024

Verno and KOC start with the highly anticipated matchup between the Nuggets and Celtics, which saw the Nuggets sweep the season series. They discussed what this matchup could look like in the Finals, how to guard Denver, and more. Then, they discuss some

Dame Still Has It, Gearing Up for a Boston-Denver Collision, and Can Wemby Upset Gobert for the DPOY?
March 05, 2024

Verno and KOC discuss the Bucks impressive win over the Clippers, despite being without Giannis (01:42). Dame showed us he still has some of his Portland magic as the Clippers continue to slide. The Celtics are riding high after completely blowing out th

Buying Into the Chet Vs. Wemby Rivalry and the Emerging Warriors, Plus: Has Doc Fixed the Bucks?
March 01, 2024

Verno and KOC break down what could be the next great NBA rivalry between the Spurs and Thunder with Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama (01:50). They dive into how special these rookies are and why the future's so bright for both. With Andrew Wiggins awa

NBA Abominations, Wemby's 5x5, and Defending This Year's Draft Class
February 27, 2024

Verno and KOC discuss the wild ending to the Knicks-Pistons game, as well as the weird state of the Nets franchise (01:19). Trae Young had surgery and is expected to miss four weeks, and the guys explain why the Hawks could use this time to evaluate their

The Six Most Interesting Teams Down the NBA’s Final Stretch
February 23, 2024

Verno and KOC are back from the All-Star break and they each name the three teams they are most interested in as teams gear up for the playoff push (08:48). Is this the best Mavs team that Luka Doncic has had? Are the Warriors starting to figure things ou

Trae Young Trade Rumors, Grizzlies Silver Linings, All-Star Festivities, and Does Pop Still Got It?
February 16, 2024

Verno and KOC discuss the Grizzlies' upset win over the Bucks as well as Klay Thompsons hot performance after getting benched (00:24). Next, they have a leaguewide check-in entering the All-Star break, starting off with all the noise surrounding the Warr

Wolves and Bucks Pick Up Statement Wins, Quick Rookie Check-in, and Reacting to the Second MVP Straw Poll
February 13, 2024

Verno and KOC begin the show by talking about the games they attended last night, starting with the Timberwolves' victory over the Clippers. Then they discuss the Pelicans' win over the Grizzlies (12:31). Next they talk about what kind of statement the Bu