Verno and Jacoby open up the show by discussing Tyrese Maxey’s injury (01:12) and the abundance of injuries that have already occurred in the league before diving into this week’s loved and loathed teams (10:23), players (35:20), and things (56:43).The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming.

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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby

Producer: Jessie Lopez

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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