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The Ringer

Chris Vernon and David Jacoby discuss all the news, trends, and transactions happening in the NBA. They also offer their on-court analysis, and occasionally get into heated debates.

The Mismatch

Verno and Jacoby briefly go through Monday night's Knicks win over the Raptors, Nikola Jokic’s absolute monster season so far, and the recent news about a new possible league in Europe (01:06). Next, the guys have five questions about the NBA this season, including the best possible outcome for the NBA Cup, and their first thought when thinking about Chris Paul, who just passed Jason Kidd for the NBA's all-time assist record (20:12). They then discuss the latest trade rumors involving Brandon Ingram, Jimmy Butler, and more (01:01:48).

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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Is Jokic Having the Greatest Season Ever? Plus: Best Outcome for the NBA Cup, Who Could Be This Year’s Breakout, and Trade Rumors.

Verno and Jacoby discuss Jimmy Butler’s agent calling out Shams Charania’s reporting, Bronny James's road G League debut, and more (01:07). They then shift their focus to the teams (15:35), players (33:36), and things (51:00) that they love and loathe from this week in the NBA, including Trae Young’s dice celly, the Warriors, and Dairy Bird.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. 

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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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The Lackluster Knicks, Jimmy’s Troll Job, Love for Suggs, and the Farmer Garner

Verno and Jacoby briefly discuss some of Monday night’s NBA action before previewing Tuesday night’s NBA Cup final between the Thunder and Bucks (01:00). They then break down Dennis Schröder’s potential impact with the Warriors after they traded for him over the weekend, the Sixers' nightmare season, and debate which team would want Zion Williamson (18:40). Next, the guys each share four things to mention as we near the end of 2024 (34:54).

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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Boring Superstars, Schroder to the Warriors, NBA Cup Preview, and Who Would Want Zion?

Verno and Jacoby briefly discuss the Grizzlies' rout of the Warriors and Zach LaVine’s efficient season so far before they dive into this week's loved and loathed teams (08:35), players (25:28), and things of the week (47:21).

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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Are the Bucks Back? Plus: KAT’s Homecoming, Draymond’s Dud, and More Things We Love and Loath.

Verno and Jacoby go through the Christmas Day slate of NBA games and react to each one, starting with the epic thriller between the Lakers and Warriors (01:48). They then move on to discuss the Sixers' performance in their win over the Celtics, as well as Victor Wembanyama’s huge game in a loss to the Knicks (24:33). Also, can the Mavs be competitive without Luka (41:31)? Lastly, the guys share three gifts from the season so far (53:17).

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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Exhilarating Christmas Day Games and Three Gifts From the Season. Plus: Does Anyone Really Want Jimmy?

With Verno out, Big Wos joins Jacoby on today’s episode as they go through last night’s NBA games, starting off with the Warriors' loss to the Cavs, which saw Steph Curry call his team "average" (01:36). They then move on to the Sixers' win and debate whether Joel Embiid is finally finding his stride and also why Nikola Jokic has been key for Russell Westbrook’s resurgence in Denver (10:10). After debating Jimmy Butler’s future with the Heat, the guys share why the Amen Thompson–Tyler Herro scuffle is actually good for the league (24:36). Next, they discuss Mike Brown’s firing as head coach of the Kings and debate how much influence De’Aaron Fox had in the decision to let Brown go (30:19). The guys discuss what impact Dorian Finney-Smith could have on the Lakers before shifting their attention to LeBron’s comments about how he could play another five to seven years if he really wanted to (36:14). Last, the debate whether the Celtics' recent struggles are anything to be worried about and whether Wemby’s chess meetup in New York last week was inauthentic (47:39).

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Hosts: David Jacoby and Wosny Lambre
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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The Mid Warriors, LeBron’s Future, and Embiid’s Recovery. Plus: What’s Going On With the Celtics?

Verno is back as he and Jacoby discuss Thursday night’s NBA action, beginning with Jimmy Butler’s comments after the Heat’s loss to the Pacers (01:03). They then discuss Anthony Edward’s performance in the Wolves' narrow loss to the Celtics before moving on to the Warriors' blowout win against the Sixers (16:59). Next, they discuss Charles Barkley calling out JJ Redick for his comments on NBA media a few weeks ago (33:20). Was JJ actually talking about the ‘Inside the NBA’ crew with his comments? Finally, the guys share the teams (40:33), players (57:58), and things (01:07:54) they love and loathe from the week that was.

The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.

Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Chuck Calls Out JJ, Finding Jimmy’s Joy, and the Loves and Loathes of the Week

Vernon and Jacoby briefly go through last night's games, including Anthony Edwards’s clutch performance versus the Clippers, Malik Monk’s shot at Mike Brown, and how the Thunder have turned it around since losing to the Bucks in the NBA Cup (01:01). They then discuss how the trade deadline could completely reshape the Western Conference, as well as the importance of veterans and the contribution of role players in the playoffs (25:11). Next, they debate whether Steph Curry is destined to finish his career with this version of the Warriors and question why Bradley Beal has a no-trade clause (35:22). Also, they go through Coby White’s dunk on Wemby, Kawhi’s comments on Jeff Van Gundy, and what would it take for the Heat to trade Jimmy Butler to the Grizzlies (53:08).

The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.

Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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The Warriors’ Uncertain Future, Dunking on Wemby, the Streaking Thunder and Razzamatazz Magic

Verno and Jacoby discuss Anthony Edwards’s aggressiveness during the Wolves' three-game winning streak, Paolo Banchero’s return to the Magic, as well as the dirty secret behind Bradley Beal’s benching, and Jared McCain’s season-ending injury (04:35). They then dive into this week’s teams (25:45), players (51:00), and things (01:06:07) they loved and loathed from the week that was.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. 

Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.

Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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The Ethical Cavs, Why Beal Was Really Benched, Paolo's Return, and Kessler’s Wingman

Vernon and Jacoby break down what happened in the Knicks' and Grizzlies' losses Monday night, while also highlighting the excellent play from Cade Cunningham and Jalen Green this season (00:58). Then, they analyze Draymond Green’s comments about the Warriors not mortgaging their future to win now and why the Lakers’ loss to the Spurs really doesn’t mean anything (15:11). Next, the guys share a few things worth mentioning from the NBA since the start of 2025 (29:59). They discuss everything from Zion’s suspension to the Thompson twins, the Sixers’ critical stretch, and so much more.

The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.

Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Young Players Emerging, Zion’s Future, and a Bad Rookie Class, Plus, Where do the Warriors Go From Here?

Verno and KOC react to the NBA schedule release and discuss the glaring lack of excitement around the release as well as the need for more rivalries in the NBA (01:19). Also, they debate whether the NBA is making the right call by positioning the Lakers and Warriors as the two teams on national TV the most this season despite not being true Finals contenders (12:38). Is it time for the NBA to move on from LeBron James and Steph Curry and feature the next generation of NBA stars? The guys open up the summer mailbag and answer some listener questions (27:41)! They discuss the Spurs' future with Wemby, which fan base should be the most excited after the Olympics, and the biggest question of all: Does bigfoot really exist?

Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at nbamailbag@gmail.com!
Or you can send the guys a tweet @ChrisVernonShow and @KevinOConnorNBA!

The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.

Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Do the Lakers and Warriors Deserve All Those National TV Games?

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