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Big League Changes, the Spurs' Surprise Victory, and Crazy Jersey Choices | Heat Check Nov 25, 2019

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Instant Replay: The Spurs and the Bulls pull one out of the hat, along with Jimmy Butler returning to Philly to an irate crowd! (03:43).

The Main Event: Zach Kram breaks down new changes to the NBA that could have a drastic effect on the playoffs, finals, and beyond (17:21).

Good Call/Bad Call: More Jersey redesigns even wilder than the last (29:20).

Host: John Gonzalez

Guests: Haley O’Shaughnessy, Dan Devine, Zach Kram

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Brandon Ingram Is Better Than Ben Simmons | The Mismatch Nov 22, 2019

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We talk about the Celtics' versatility, including Kemba Walker's range on and off the court (02:07), dive into how Brandon Ingram is the driving force making the Pelicans viable while Zion is injured (07:02), and ask whether Pascal Siakam is a legitimate no. 1 option (26:12).

Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor

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Carmelo Is Back, and He's the Same As Ever. Plus: Luka, Harden, LeBron, and Giannis Tangle for MVP Front-runner | Group Chat Nov 20, 2019

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We dive deep on the Blazers' roster building and how it created a need for Carmelo Anthony just two months into the season (1:16). Then, Jonathan Tjarks joins the pod to discuss Luka Doncic’s gaudy box scores, James Harden being a 6-foot-5 Wilt Chamberlain, LeBron and Anthony Davis sharing the MVP narrative, and Giannis representing the Eastern Conference (19:05).

Hosts: Chris Ryan, Justin Verrier

Guest: Jonathan Tjarks

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Should the Spurs Trade DeMar DeRozan and LaMarcus Aldridge? | The Mismatch Nov 19, 2019

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We discuss Luka Doncic’s incredible start to the season, including his run of triple-doubles and how it compares to Russell Westbrook's (1:31), before having a knock-down, drag-out argument about whether the Spurs should blow up their older core and try to rebuild around younger players on their roster (20:28). Then, we finish by marveling over James Harden’s incredible scoring season so far, assessing his fit with Westbrook, and wondering whether the Rockets pose a serious threat in the Western Conference (43:17).

Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor

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Paul George’s Historic Start, the Sixers’ Angst, and Austin vs. Doc | Heat Check Nov 18, 2019

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Instant Replay: The Blazers sign Carmelo Anthony, Paul George’s Clippers debut, and Pop’s second-in-command (5:32).

The Main Event: Pod Save America’s Dan Pfeiffer on the Philadelphia 76ers’ recent struggles and whether they can reach their fullest potential (18:00).

Good Call/Bad Call: Jersey redesigns, Rivers-on-Rivers crime, and eating a waffle on the bench (37:03).

Host: John Gonzalez

Guests: Haley O’Shaughnessy, Isaac Lee, Dan Pfeiffer

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Carmelo Anthony to the Blazers, Kristaps Porzingis Returns to the Garden, and Andrew Wiggins ... Superstar? | The Mismatch Nov 15, 2019

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We discuss last night’s breaking news that Carmelo Anthony will be joining the struggling Portland Trail Blazers (1:20), before analyzing the Knicks' revenge win over Kristaps Porzingis and the Dallas Mavericks (15:18) and Andrew Wiggins’s 11-game tear to start the season (43:43).

Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor

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Are AD and LeBron Better Than We Expected? Plus: Hipster Team Watch and Best Young Duos. | Group Chat Nov 13, 2019

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We are three weeks into the season, and LeBron has seemingly unlocked Anthony Davis. However, are the Clippers still the best team in the West? (1:15). Then, the enjoyment of watching the NBA’s “hipster” teams like the Hawks, Suns, and Grizzlies led by Ja Morant, Devin Booker, and Trae Young grow into established units (18:45) before we highlight some of the NBAs best up-and-coming duos (43:00).

Hosts: Chris Ryan, Justin Verrier

Guest: Jonathan Tjarks

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A Knicks Coup! Plus: Injuries Are Starting to Pile Up. | The Mismatch Nov 12, 2019

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A rash of injuries has hit the NBA. We discuss the most impactful ones, including Gordon Hayward's and Steph Curry's (1:50). Then, we run through some Kristaps Porzingis troubles in Dallas and the absolute organizational debacle that is the New York Knicks (25:11).

Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor

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Dion Waiters’s Suspension, Hayward’s Hand, and the Nightmare in New York | Heat Check Nov 11, 2019

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Instant Replay: Dion Waiters’s suspension, Gordon Hayward’s injury, and the success of the Raptors (03:00).

The Main Event: James Dolan and the dreadful Knicks (22:00).

Good Call/Bad Call: Giannis gets violent, Nick Nurse gets touchy, Carmelo still wants to ball, and the Clippers’ throwback jerseys (36:15).

Host: John Gonzalez

Guests: Haley O’Shaughnessy and Dan Devine

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Is Kawhi Leonard’s Load Management a Problem? Plus: Gordon Hayward Is Back and the Wolves Need a Leader. | The Mismatch Nov 08, 2019

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The load management conversation is at a fever pitch in the NBA after the Clippers were fined for not communicating Kawhi Leonard’s reason for sitting out. Is this a real problem for the league or is it confined to Leonard (2:00)? Plus, we run through Kemba Walker’s return to Charlotte, Gordon Hayward’s resurgence, the Wolves' precarious position, and more (19:33).

Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor

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