Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images Verno and KOC discuss the Mavs’ Game 2 win over the Thunder; the Cavs, who tied their series with the Celtics; and their excitement for the Knicks-Pacers and Nuggets-Timberwolves Game 3s Verno and KOC discuss PJ Washington’s performance in the Mavs’ Game 2 win over the Thunder to tie the series (01:13). They also discuss Kyrie Irving’s impact, the Mavs defense, and Josh Giddey becoming close to unplayable. They then move on to the Cavs, who tied their series with the Celtics after getting the best version of Evan Mobley, and also discuss why the Jayson Tatu ..read more

Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images Verno and KOC also preview Game 6 between the Mavs and Clippers and their wish for a Game 7 in the Cavs-Magic series Verno and KOC go through Thursday night’s set of elimination games, starting with the Knicks surviving the 76ers and advancing to the next round (01:07). They debate who’ll get the blame in Philadelphia (other than Tobias Harris), how Jalen Brunson remains vastly underrated despite putting up Steph Curry–like numbers, and why Tyrese Maxey’s emergence is enough to keep Joel Embiid around for at least one more season. They then move on to the ..read more

Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images Verno and KOC recap Monday’s playoff games, discuss the future for LeBron, Porzingis, and others, and preview Clippers-Mavs Game 5 Verno and KOC recap Monday night’s slate of playoff basketball, starting with another Jamal Murray game-winning shot for the Nuggets, who eliminate the Lakers (1:06). They discuss Murray’s rise as a playoff performer and debate what the future holds for the Lakers, as well as for LeBron James. While the Lakers avoided a sweep, the Suns weren’t so lucky, as the guys discuss Anthony Edwards’s rise to superstar status w ..read more

Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images Verno and KOC also discuss what the future holds for LeBron James and the team Verno and KOC recap Thursday night’s slate of playoff basketball, starting with the Nuggets’ 11th straight win over the Lakers (01:13). With the Lakers in an 0-3 hole again, the guys discuss what the future holds for LeBron James and the team. They next discuss how the Magic and 76ers were able to win their Game 3 matchups against the Cavs and Knicks (24:10). The guys move on to preview Friday’s night games, starting with Bucks-Pacers, before moving on to Mavs-Clippers ..read more

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