Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images Verno and KOC talk about what makes the Cavs different this year, debate how far the Timberwolves can go with Ant and wonder whether the Pelicans can truly challenge the Thunder 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 Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and the Sixers (14:06). Also, the guys discuss what makes the Cavs a little different this year, and debate how ..read more

Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images Can the reigning MVP bounce back to form? 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 Brandon Ingram’s performance in the Pelicans’ loss to the Lakers, as well as their surprise about the Kings easily defeating the Warriors (10:16). Do the Lakers stand any chance to upset the Nuggets? How far can the inexperienced Thunder go? The guys debate whet ..read more

Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images Plus, an NBA playoff preview and a Wemby tease 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 avoid the Nuggets in the first round? Do the Timberwolves stand any chance against the Suns? They debate this and look at the other playoff series in the West. Also, while looking at the East, the guys discuss which teams are in the best positions to make a run (35 ..read more

Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images Plus, can the Sixers knock off the Celtics? 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 Holiday’s extension with the Celtics, debate whether this will be the last year we see Trae Young in a Hawks uniform, discuss Luka Doncic’s MVP chances, talk about how much pressure is on the Suns, and so much more. Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at nbam ..read more

Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images Verno and KOC discuss last night’s NCAA national championship game, KOC’s updated draft stock for Donovan Clingan and Zach Edey, and more 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 updated draft stock for Donovan Clingan and Zach Edey, the most obvious team for Clingan, and Tristen Newton’s NBA potential. With the season nearing its end, the guys discuss which ..read more

Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images Verno and KOC discuss the 76er’s win over the Heat, whether the Bucks can make a Finals run, the Warriors’ huge win over the Rockets, and more 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 Finals run despite their struggles (14:46). Also, the guys discuss how far the Knicks can go now that Julius Randle is confirmed out for the season (24:01). Next, th ..read more

Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images The guys also get into which prospects’ draft stock rose and fell over this weekend’s Elite Eight games 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 (05:46). As the Celtics continue to dominate the regular season, the guys debate who is going to be the key bench player for their playoff success (15:40). Josh Hart doesn’t sound too optimistic about the Knicks’ hea ..read more

Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images Verno and KOC cover the Pelicans’ win over the Bucks, what will happen with Dejounte Murray and Trae Young, Joel Embiid’s potential return, and much more 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, they discuss the Hawks’ OT win over the Celtics and debate what is going to happen with Dejounte Murray and Trae Young, as well as Tom Haberstroh’s latest report sugg ..read more

Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images Verno and KOC discuss the NBA’s investigation into Jontay Porter, Jalen Green’s performance, Draymond Green’s huge defensive impact for the Warriors, March Madness, and more 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, they discuss the draft stock of Kentucky’s Reed Sheppard, UConn’s Donovan Clingan, Marquette’s Tyler Kolek, and more (19:32). While t ..read more

Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images Verno and KOC talk about some of the most interesting prospects in the NCAA tournament, including Zach Edey, Cody Williams, and more 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 (01:34). Next, the guys each select four players they are keeping a close eye on with just a few weeks left in the regular season (23:34). Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an e ..read more