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?!

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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker Tashjian
Social: Keith Fujimoto

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