Verno and KOC congratulate the Denver Nuggets for winning their first NBA title! They recap Game 5, which went down to the wire, and discuss why the Nuggets are the new team to go through in the NBA (01:31). The guys discuss Nikola Jokic’s play

Which Teams Are Surging and Which Are Faltering Heading Into the NBA Season’s Final Stretch?

Apr 6th, 2021 1h 15m

As the stretch run approaches, Verno and KOC talk about the teams that are surging toward the postseason and those that are falling behind. The Utah Jazz haven’t let up with their 3-heavy playing style (0:24) and the Brooklyn Nets have plenty o

Who’s to Blame for the Celtics’ Underwhelming Season? Plus: LaMarcus Aldridge Starts for the Nets and the Clippers Overhaul Their Culture

Apr 2nd, 2021 1h 18m

Verno and KOC get into all the league business this Friday, starting with LaMarcus Aldridge heading straight to the starting five for the Brooklyn Nets (0:30) and Miami’s continued high level of play (11:28). Then they get into Aaron Gordon’s f

The Nets and Lakers Fortify Their Rosters on the Buyout Market. Plus: Zion Williamson's Monster Performance Against the Mavericks.

Mar 30th, 2021 1h 6m

Verno and KOC start off by talking about the biggest signings from the buyout market, with LaMarcus Aldridge going to the Nets and Andre Drummond going to the Lakers (0:30). Then they get into Zion Williamson’s monster game against the Maverick

The Mismatch’s Trade Deadline Postmortem

Mar 26th, 2021 1h 7m

This Friday, Verno and KOC get into the most active trade deadline in NBA history, starting with the unexpected trade of Nikola Vucevic from the Magic to the Bulls (3:00). Then they get into the addition of Aaron Gordon to the Nuggets (18:00),

The Mismatch's Trade Deadline Preview. Plus: The Bucks Are Back and Steve Kerr’s Comments on 'Real Ones.'

Mar 23rd, 2021 1h 16m

Verno and KOC are back with all the potential trades you need to know about before the trade deadline this Thursday. First up: The Lakers have made Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Montrezl Harrell available in trade conversations and are still int

Zach Lowe on the Teams He’s Most Surprised by This Season, All-Star Voting, Joel Embiid, and More

Feb 12th, 2021 1h 6m

ESPN’s Zach Lowe stops by to talk with Verno and KOC about how he got into sports journalism (0:45), the teams he’s most surprised by this season (20:00), the state of his All-Star ballot (31:45), Joel Embiid’s monster season (51:00), and quite

Karl-Anthony Towns on NBA Unicorns, Playing For Thibs, and Athletes Speaking Out (Ep. 3)

Dec 13th, 2017 56m 1s

J.J. Redick sits down with Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns to discuss the innate drive to improve (1:44), the evolution of big men in the age of "unicorns" (9:45), playing under Tom Thibodeau (27:19), meticulous self-care routine

Joel Embiid on the Process Sixers and Social Media Stardom (Ep. 1)

Nov 29th, 2017 39m 18s

JJ Redick is joined by the Philadelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid to discuss managing his larger-than-life social media presence (5:00), learning to play basketball in Cameroon (16:29), realizing his own talent (21:06), and adjusting to the NBA lifest

The Wembanyama Experience, Summer League Observations, and Will People Care about the In-Season Tournament?

Jul 10th, 2023 19m 35s

Verno and KOC are in Las Vegas for NBA Summer League, as they discuss what made Victor Wembanyama’s debut feel so special (03:04). After discussing Marcus Smart’s introductory press conference in Memphis, the guys discuss some of the players th

Damian Lillard’s Demands, Free Agency Takeaways, and Summer League Preview

Jul 4th, 2023 1h 9m

Verno and KOC discuss Damian Lillard's request for a trade from the Blazers (01:20). Despite Dame’s desire to go to the Miami Heat, do they have enough assets to entice Portland to make the trade? The guys discuss some of the things that stood

NBA Draft Reactions: Big Surprises, Risers and Fallers, and Contenders Reloading. Plus, the Marcus Smart Trade

Jun 23rd, 2023 1h 7m

Verno and KOC react to last night’s NBA draft, starting with their thoughts on the Hornets taking Brandon Miller at no. 2. Then, they move onto the weird picks made by the Magic and debate if Bilal Coulibaly could have a Giannis-like growth spu

Suns Add Beal, the Next Big Move, Zion Trades, Draymond's Future, and NBA Draft Talk

Jun 20th, 2023 1h 18m

Verno and KOC discuss the blockbuster trade that sent Bradley Beal to the Suns and what it means for the future of the franchise (03:06). Is the clock now ticking on Deandre Ayton’s time in Phoenix (13:18)? Also, the guys look at the other side

LeBron The Center, Weirdo Thunder, and NBA Rookie Talk With J. Kyle Mann | The Void

Jan 6th, 2022 1h 11m

Welcome to 'The Void' as Kevin O'Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. KOC goes internal for today’s guest as he brings on The Ringer's J. Kyle Mann, host of 'Upside High'. They start with a rapid-fire discussi

Kyrie Irving on Conspiracy Theories, Tightening His Handle, and Going to the Celtics (Ep. 4)

Jan 12th, 2018 50m 45s

JJ Redick sits down with Boston Celtics superstar Kyrie Irving to discuss conspiracy theories (1:45), traveling in London (11:45), the connection the two share as Duke alums (14:05), and how Kyrie developed his dribbling skills (19:20). Then, t

Thrillers in Denver and New York, Plus Breaking Down Every NBA Playoff Series

3 days ago 1h 18m

Verno and KOC go through all the playoff matchups from Monday night, starting off with Jamal Murray’s game-winning shot to put the Nuggets up 2-0 over the Lakers (01:26). Next, they discuss how the Knicks were able to grind out a victory over J

Sixers Survive, Impactful Injuries, Believing in OKC, and Playoff Predictions

7 days ago 1h 6m

Verno and KOC share what they enjoyed the most from KOC’s interview with Victor Wembanyama before turning their attention to the play-in games from earlier this week (01:29). They discuss their disappointment with Zion Williamson's injury and B

Can Any of the Play-In Teams Make a Conference Finals Run? Plus, Playoff Preview and a Wemby Tease

10 days ago 54m 12s

Verno and KOC open the episode by briefly teasing KOC’s interview with Victor Wembanyama (01:52). They then turn their attention to the playoff matchups, as well as this week’s play-in tournament (13:20). Should the Lakers lose on purpose to av

A Close MVP Race, the Nobody Paolo, a New Top Prospect, and Can the Sixers Knock Off the Celtics?

14 days ago 55m 55s

Verno and KOC open up the episode by discussing Stephon Castle’s rise to no. 1 on KOC’s draft board (01:36). Next, they dive into everyone’s favorite segment: "That’s True, That Might Be True, That’s Ridiculous" (10:25). They discuss Jrue Holid

Booking Our Dream Postseason Matchups, UConn’s Dominance, and Zach Edey’s NBA Potential

17 days ago 57m 50s

Verno and KOC discuss last night’s national championship game, which saw UConn continue its dominance against Purdue as it secured back-to-back titles (01:07). They share their thoughts on watching basketball games at football stadiums, KOC's

How Far Can Embiid Take the Sixers? Plus, the WTF Bucks, the Randle-less Knicks, and the Warriors Came to Play.

21 days ago 1h 3m

Verno and KOC discuss the 76ers' impressive win over the Heat (01:30). How deep of a run can the Sixers make with the returns of Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey? They then turn their attention to the Bucks and debate whether they can still make a

The Dangerous Mavs, Inconsistent Suns, and Uncertainty Surrounding the Knicks. Plus: Is Joel Embiid Close to Returning?

24 days ago 1h

Verno and KOC recap last night's slate of games, beginning with the Suns as Devin Booker goes off against the Pelicans (01:47). Luka Doncic has the Mavs riding high as the guys debate whether they are the scariest team headed into the playoffs

The Cinderella Lakers, Standings Check-In, and March Madness Prospects

28 days ago 58m 1s

Verno and KOC go through last night’s slate of Sweet 16 games and discuss which players' draft stock rose (01:33). After the Pelicans beat the Bucks, the guys debate just how high their ceiling is with Zion playing at this level (14:00). Next,

Determining Jontay Porter’s Punishment, March Madness Prospect Stock, and Can the Rockets Catch the Warriors?

Mar 26th, 2024 1h 8m

Verno and KOC discuss the NBA’s investigation into Jontay Porter after multiple instances of "betting irregularities" were discovered and debate the type of punishment the NBA should hand down (01:20). After this weekend’s March Madness games,

The Most Interesting NBA Players Down the Stretch, Plus March Madness Prospects to Watch

Mar 22nd, 2024 1h 17m

Verno and KOC discuss how the NCAA tournament can greatly impact the draft stocks for prospects and highlight a few of the prospects participating, including Purdue’s Zach Edey, Colorado’s Cody Williams, North Carolina’s Elliot Cadeau, and more