Verno and KOC discuss Tyrese Haliburton's amazing performance as the Pacers defeat the Celtics to advance to the semifinals of the In-Season Tournament (01:31). KOC also explains why Kristaps Porzingis is an X-factor for any Celtics' title hopes. The guys discuss Ime Udoka’s ejection over the weekend against the Lakers, and Sam Amick’s interview with James Harden (24:40). After the Kings got outmatched by the Pelicans, the guys debate the Kings' need for size to truly compete for a title, and why Verno believes the Pels can cause trouble for either the Lakers or Suns in the next round (36:44).

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Verno and KOC go through the night's slate of NBA action before discussing what they would change for future in-season tournaments (02:11). They next discuss KOC’s article detailing the need for the Warriors to reinvent themselves around Steph Curry (18:17). Also, the guys give their biggest surprises (34:17) and disappointments from the season so far (48:47).

You can read KOC’s article here.

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Verno and KOC discuss the dominant performance by Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and the rest of the 76ers as they blew out the Lakers by 44 points on Monday night (01:05). After watching the Suns and Timberwolves over the weekend, both teams look like legit championship contenders (21:47). Next, the guys dive into KOC’s power rankings after the first month of the season (30:08). Also, they discuss their concerns about the Pistons, debate whether CJ McCollum should come off the bench when he returns from injury, and the bad optics the league is putting themselves in with the Josh Giddey investigation (41:39).

You can read KOC’s First Month NBA Power Rankings here

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Verno and KOC go through last night’s in-season tournament play, starting with the Pacers, who clinched their spot in the knockout stage, and the growing star power of Tyrese Haliburton (02:57). The guys explain the 76ers’ struggles and debate whether Zach LaVine could help turn them around (26:11). They also dive into the Suns' success even though they didn't have Bradley Beal, Chet Holmgren’s game against the Warriors, and the great week for the Pelicans (39:07). Finally, with Thanksgiving tomorrow, the guys give out what they are most thankful for this NBA season (57:32).

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Verno and KOC open up the show by discussing the bad as well as some good about Draymond Green’s suspension for choking Rudy Gobert (01:13). The guys dive into Kelly Oubre Jr.'s strange situation after he was (or wasn't) hit by a car (13:23). Also, they discuss some of the things they like and dislike about the NBA season so far (24:12).

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Heading into the second month of the season, Verno and KOC discuss a handful of teams whose stock is trending up, and which teams are trending down.

Los Angeles Clippers (01:30)

Philadelphia 76ers (14:29)

Golden State Warriors (23:01)

Minnesota Timberwolves (32:20)

New Orleans Pelicans (40:19)

Houston Rockets (49:40)

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Verno and KOC discuss the Bucks losing to the Pacers despite getting 54 points from Giannis, before discussing Adam Silver’s comments wishing that NBA media was more "NFL-like" (01:16). As the in-season tournament continues, Verno suggests an idea to help differentiate those games from the rest (21:40). Also, the most important game in podcast history: It’s the first "That’s True, That Might Be True, Or That’s Ridiculous" of the season (31:21). Was the Lakers' offseason overrated? Can Scottie Barnes be the best player on a championship team? Can the Timberwolves actually win the West? They debate these topics and more.

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Verno and KOC discuss the Monday slate of NBA games, including James Harden’s debut with the Clippers, before discussing how they felt about the new in-season tournament that began last week (01:38). Will the tournament grow on fans? The guys discuss the latest injury news around the league, headlined by Robert Williams III, who will miss the rest of the season (25:20). KOC discusses his article detailing the rise of Shaedon Sharpe, Jeremy Sochan’s development, and more (33:08). Also, with college basketball starting up, the guys discuss which players to watch for this season (50:42).

You can read KOC’s article here.

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Verno and KOC discuss James Harden’s comments at his introductory press conference with the Clippers, and explain why what he said is worrisome (03:27). Will he show willingness to adapt while playing next to Kawhi Leonard and Paul George? Next, the guys each give three losers (19:15) and winners (43:18) of the NBA season so far.

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After requesting a trade in June, James Harden finally got his wish, and Verno and KOC react to the 76ers sending him to the Clippers for a handful of expiring contracts and picks (02:30). The guys take a look at the trade from the Clippers' perspective and discuss the huge risk they are taking by bringing in Harden (20:17). Also, the guys discuss the improved Sixers offense under Nick Nurse (34:27), as well as the terrible start for the winless Grizzlies and the ongoing struggles for the Lakers (40:26).

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