The Mismatch

• Can the Pacers Repeat Their Defensive Dominance? Plus, KD’s Future and More Knicks Dysfunction.

  Verno and Jacoby discuss the exciting Game 3 that saw the Pacers go up 2-1 on the Thunder. They praise Rick Carlisle’s game plan and the defense versus SGA before discussing the near-perfect performances from the entire Pacers roster, expectations for Game 4, and whether fans on either side should be concerned about their team. Next, Jacoby shares his disappointment with how the Knicks' head coach search is going, and the guys debate whether a Kevin Durant trade would really move the needle anymore. (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(0:25) Pacers Take Game 3: 116-107 (IND 2-1)(32:28) Expect this Series To Go 7 Games?!(36:09) Game 4 Preview: Thunder [-6] vs. Pacers(48:02) What Are The Knicks Doing?!(1:01:23) Where's Kevin Durant Playing Next Season?(1:08:39) Ready To Bet on The Pacers Yet? Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Visit creditkarma.com or download the app today. 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 JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker TashjianSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Game 3 Keys in Indy and a New Kidd in New York? Plus, Tyrese Haliburton: The Low-Usage Superstar.

  Verno and Jacoby discuss the expected Game 2 Thunder victory and how Game 2 was the best of the best of the Thunder and the worst of the worst of the Pacers. They discuss how the media is viewing Tyrese Haliburton and why the narrative around him might be misconstrued. They then dive into their expectations for Games 3 and 4 in Indianapolis, as well as the series going forward. Next, the guys examine what the injuries to Zach Edey and Darius Garland could mean for the Grizzlies and Cavs, respectively; what Atlanta’s front office changes signal; and whether Jason Kidd might end up coaching the Knicks. (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(0:27) Thunder Take Game 2 Over Pacers: 123-107 (TIED 1-1)(15:28) Expectations for Haliburton at Home(31:18) Is There A Small Market Home Court Advantage?(36:33) Thunder [-5] vs. Pacers (TIED 1-1)(52:00) Zach Edey and Darius Garland Injury Updates(59:00) Hawks Hire New Front Office Execs(1:04:14) Knicks Flirting with Jason Kidd as Next Coach(1:12:13) Wemby: Shaolin Monk?! Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Visit creditkarma.com or download the app today.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 JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker TashjianSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Pacers Pull Off Another Comeback—Is OKC in Trouble? Plus, the Knicks’ Future Without Thibs.

  Verno and Jacoby recap a wild NBA Finals Game 1 that saw the Pacers come back yet again to beat the Thunder and take a 1-0 series lead. They go through all the stats and numbers and try to figure out how the Pacers came back, as well as how they continue to have these impressive wins in the playoffs. Is it time to finally put some respect on the Pacers? What adjustments will OKC make for Game 2? Next, the guys briefly discuss the fallout from the Knicks firing head coach Tom Thibodeau. (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(0:23) Pacers Stun Thunder: 111-110 (IND 1-0)(11:17) Finals Odds: Oklahoma City Thunder [-320] Indiana Pacers [+260](14:15) Breaking Down the Matchup Adjustments(25:20) Can The Pacers Win This Series?(52:25) Knicks Fire Coach Thibs Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Visit creditkarma.com or download the app today. 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 JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker TashjianSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• The Case for a Pacers Surprise, OKC’s Path to the Finals, and What’s Next for the Knicks

  The Pacers beat the Knicks over the weekend to reach the Finals, where they will meet the Oklahoma City Thunder! Before discussing the Finals, Verno questions Jacoby regarding the next steps for the Knicks after a disappointing ending to their season. Is it time for Thibs to go? Does this core stay intact for another year? Next, the guys make the case for a Pacers upset and discuss what it'll take to pull that off, as well as their hope for a competitive series. Lastly, the guys discuss Devin Booker's involvement in the Suns' head coaching search and the weird send-off ‘Inside the NBA’ has gotten despite the fact that the show will return next season on ESPN. (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(2:23) Why Did the Knicks Lose?(6:00) Would You Bring Back Coach Thibs?(11:50) How Should the Knicks Change their Roster?(18:52) The Pacers Path To The Finals [+530](27:27) Finals Preview: Oklahoma City Thunder [-750] Indiana Pacers [+530](50:50) Game 1: Pacers vs. Thunder [-9](55:17) Suns Nearing Decision to Hire Next Head Coach(56:37) Thoughts on ESPN's Inside The NBA Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Visit creditkarma.com or download the app today. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker TashjianSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Can the Knicks Force a Game 7? Plus: the Thunder Are Finals-Bound, and the Missing Playoff Intensity.

  Verno and Jacoby react to the Knicks shutting down Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers to survive for at least one more game. Jacoby shares his experience from inside MSG, the Knicks' stingy defense, as well as the hot-and-cold playoff performances from Tyrese Haliburton. Have the Knicks figured out how to contain the Pacers? Next, the guys congratulate the Thunder for beating the Wolves in five games to reach the NBA Finals. They discuss the Thunder’s dominance for most of the series, SGA’s consistency, and what has been missing from the both conference finals. (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(1:15) Knicks Defeat Pacers: 111-94 (IND 3-2)(21:23) Tyrese Haliburton's Game 4 vs. Game 5 Performance(32:32) Game 6 Preview: Knicks vs. Pacers [-4](51:09) Thunder Advance to the NBA Finals (OKC 4-1)(55:58) What's Next for the T-Wolves?(1:04:52) Thunder Look Better Than Ever After WCF Game 5 Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091The 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 JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker TashjianSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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