The Mismatch

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. KOC goes up north and brings on Samson Folk, a freelance reporter who covers the Raptors for Raptors Republic.(00:56) - KOC’s thoughts on Paul George’s return and the Bucks-76ers game(06:18) - The Raptors' unique offensive strategy(08:16) - Pascal Siakam’s improvement and what more to expect from OG Anunoby(14:49) - Describing Scottie Barnes(19:31) - How the Raptors used Barnes against Nikola Jokic(26:51) - Can Barnes grow into the primary facilitator?(28:47) - Rookie rankings and the case for each top candidate to win ROTY(37:09) - Samson’s favorite players not on the Raptors(41:18) - The NBA is as deep as ever and continuing to evolveHost: Kevin O'ConnorGuest: Samson FolkProducer: Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC begin the show by discussing the injury to Robert Williams and what it means to the Celtics (02:33). The Warriors have lost nearly every game since Steph Curry’s injury, and the guys discuss their bad stretch of games (18:16). The Suns have been by far the best team in the NBA, and the guys believe the only way they'll go down is with a major injury (23:31). After weeks of speculation, it was announced that Paul George will be making his return to the Clippers (41:48). Also, they discuss the race for MVP (49:20) and Rookie of the Year (56:33).Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’ConnorProducer: Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC begin the show discussing their latest NBA prospect rankings (01:09). Has Chet Holmgren fallen from the top spot after Gonzaga’s loss? Can Jaden Ivey raise his draft stock? The guys debate whether the Suns are really getting disrespected after Chris Paul’s return and clinching the top seed in the West (16:26). In a wide-open NBA, can the Grizzlies make a true run at the title (29:40)? The guys debate whether there is more behind the video of Zion Williamson dunking (38:38). They also dive into the altercation that happened on the Heat sideline between Jimmy Butler and Udonis Haslem (46:32) before Verno shares why the Nets don’t scare him, especially without Ben Simmons (53:02).Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’ConnorProducer: Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside basketball with the people who know it best. With March Madness in full swing, KOC brings on Mark Titus and Tate Frazier from the ‘Titus and Tate’ podcast on Fox Sports. They go full swing on all the NCAA tournament action as well as the top NBA prospects.(06:42) - Why Jabari Smith Jr. struggled(13:22) - On Malaki Branham and E.J. Liddell(19:40) - Benefits of being able to test the draft process for college players(27:25) - On Christian Koloko and Arizona(34:09) - On Paolo Banchero, A.J. Griffin, and Duke(44:32) - Chet Holmgren’s NBA potential(51:09) - NBA prospects no one is talking about(58:29) - How high will Hunter Dickinson go?(01:01:07) - What makes UCLA so tough?Host: Kevin O'ConnorGuest: Mark Titus and Tate FrazierProducer: Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the Celtics riding a four-game win streak, has Verno come around to see them as a Finals sleeper (02:11)? KOC gives us reasons the Celtics are serious contenders for the title. The guys talk about how Patrick Beverley has completely changed the culture for the Timberwolves (12:54). The 76ers beat the Heat last night, despite being without James Harden and Joel Embiid, but KOC has noticed Harden playing different lately (22:25). With Ben Simmons out and Kyrie Irving still playing part time, the guys debate the Nets' title chances (27:33). They also take a look at some of the teams on the rise in the East (38:47) before discussing the possibility of Paul George and Kawhi Leonard returning (43:03). Finally, they give the latest updates on the biggest injuries in the NBA (50:20). Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’ConnorProducer: Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC go through the first day of the NCAA tournament and how the top prospects performed (01:40). One of the top prospects, Chet Holmgren, blew the guys away (09:12). Another day and another 50-point performance in the NBA, this time from the Pistons’ Saddiq Bey (19:24). Just when the Warriors were getting healthy, Steph Curry gets injured and the guys discuss the effects his injury will have across the West (31:36). The Raptors are on a five-game winning streak, and the guys debate whether they are a team who could make some noise in the playoffs (41:54). Does Skip Bayless know something about Kawhi Leonard that we don't (50:34)? Also, they discuss the Donnie Nelson lawsuit against Mark Cuban and the Mavs (55:05).Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’ConnorProducer: Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. Today’s guest is The Ringer’s own Dan Devine. Dan joins the show to discuss his latest article about the Dallas Mavericks before diving into the hottest topics in the NBA.(02:25)—Why the Mavericks are dominating(10:17)—Can the Mavs make it to the Finals?(18:13)—Steph Curry's Injury(23:56)—Nets' title chances without Kyrie Irving and what the Ben Simmons news means(29:14)—What we’ve learned about the Suns without CP3(42:22)—Why Scottie Barnes won’t win Rookie of the Year(46:34)—Jalen Green’s development(53:24)—Laker woes with Russell Westbrook(01:03:41)—On RJ BarrettHost: Kevin O'ConnorGuest: Dan DevineProducer: Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC begin the show by discussing KAT’s 60-point performance, Draymond Green’s return, and Kevin Garnett’s jersey retirement (01:15). They next bring on former VP of basketball operations for the Memphis Grizzlies and current NBA writer for The Athletic, John Hollinger. They discuss the top prospects in the ACC, how he views prospects differently, and why the conference games are more important when it comes to scouting (27:28). John was at the Nets-Knicks game over the weekend and shares his experience watching Kevin Durant drop 53 (55:08) before discussing the top teams in each conference (01:01:10).Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’ConnorGuest: John HollingerProducer: Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC begin the show by discussing the Nets' blowout win against the 76ers (01:30) before discussing Seth Curry’s influence and why he’s becoming such an important player in Brooklyn (17:42). After a five-game losing streak, the Warriors have won two in a row, but without Draymond Green, the guys are unsure whether they can make a run (28:50). As the regular season winds down, KOC mentions an idea he’s been hearing that adds incentives to the top seeds in each conference (35:12). Rookies Cade Cunningham and Jalen Green are starting to find their groove (51:19). They last give some college names to keep an eye on as March Madness looms closer (58:45).Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’ConnorProducer: Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to ‘The Void,’ where Kevin O’Connor brings you deep inside the NBA with the people who know it best. Today’s guest is Adam Mares. He is the VP of creative production at DNVR Sports and hosts two Nuggets podcasts, 'DNVR Nuggets' and 'Locked on Nuggets'.(02:04) - Kyrie Irving drops 50, a preview of a role for Ben Simmons(07:04) - Will Kawhi Leonard and Paul George return?(11:04) - What to expect from Golden State’s young players and Jackie Moon’s impact on Klay Thompson(15:22) - Darius Garland’s style of play and Evan Mobley coming up big(20:30) - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a weird night, but the Bucks destroyed OKC(24:55) - Is Nikola Jokic the MVP, or the best player in the game?(33:08) - How is Jokic influencing the game?(51:29) - Are the Nuggets Finals sleepers?(56:08) - Russell Wilson traded to the Broncos(01:02:38) - Draft talk about Colorado State’s David RoddyHost: Kevin O'ConnorGuest: Adam MaresProducer: Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices