The Mismatch

• Was Nico Harrison Overconfident in Trading Luka? Plus, a New Duo in San Antonio, the Warriors' Desperation, and Expectations for a Wild Trade Deadline.

  Verno and Jacboy continue to discuss the wild trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers and try to determine just what Mavs GM Nico Harrison’s mindset was that led him to trade Luka away (01:33). They also debate whether Nico’s time around Kobe Bryant influenced his decision to make the trade. Next, they dive into the other big trade of the weekend, which saw the Spurs acquire De’Aaron Fox from the Kings in a three-team deal also involving the Bulls, who sent Zach LaVine to the Kings (22:17). After discussing whether Jimmy Butler would get traded before Thursday’s deadline, the guys debate whether Luka will extend LeBron’s career and whether the Warriors can land another star to pair with Steph Curry (41:17). Finally, they briefly go through some of the Monday night games and share who else they think could make moves before the trade deadline on Thursday (52:11). 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Early Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis Trade Theories and Rationale

  Verno and Jacoby both woke up to the absolute bombshell of a trade that now has Luka Doncic with the Lakers and Anthony Davis with the Mavericks and decided to fire up the mics. The guys try to piece together how exactly the biggest trade in NBA history came together and offer their own theories of why the powers that be in Dallas and Los Angeles decided to go through with the deal at this point of the season. They close the show talking through the Luka-LeBron pairing and how the two of them and JJ Redick will make it all work. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Ben Cruz Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Grizzlies Survive Ref’s Mistake, All-Star Reserves Controversy, and Our Love and Loathes

  Verno and Jacoby recap the thrilling game between the Grizzlies and Rockets, as well as the chaotic ending that nearly cost Memphis the game (01:52). They then discuss the announcement of the All-Star reserves and who got snubbed (11:02). Did James Harden really deserve to be a part of the West reserves over someone like Domantas Sabonis? Next, the fellas dive into this week’s teams (23:54), players (46:09), and things (01:05:56) they love and loath 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Knicks Annihilate Grizzlies, Rockets' Playoff Formula, and When Will the Jimmy Saga End?

  Verno and Jacoby are together in New York to recap their experience going to Madison Square Garden to watch the Knicks-Grizzlies game, and Verno talks through the disappointment of having to watch his team get blown out by over 40 points (01:01). They also discuss Amen Thompson’s game-winner in the Rockets' thrilling victory over the Celtics (13:39). After the Heat indefinitely suspended Jimmy Butler, the guys discuss how this whole situation reflects on "Heat Culture" as well as the consequences of trading for Jimmy (32:10). Next, Jacoby introduces a new segment called "Tiny Trend or New Normal" (52:52). 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 Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Isabella Roman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• The Lakers' Statement Win, Resurging Bucks, Cade’s Growth, and More We Love and Loathe

  Verno and Jacoby go through last night’s action, starting with the Lakers' impressive blowout win over the Celtics and the Thunder's surprising loss to the Mavs (01:39). They then discuss Nikola Jokic’s historic performance in the Nuggets' win over the Kings, the Bulls' future, and their reaction to the All-Star starters (11:29). Next, the guys share the teams, players, and things they loved and loathed from this week in the NBA (26:19). 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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