The Haters Ball! Plus, Trae, Giannis, and Garland Return.

Verno and Jacoby return to discuss the things about the NBA season that have aggravated them, including Lu Dort, Wemby, and the gaudy schedule. They also talk about Trae Young, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Darius Garland all returning from their injuries.Welcome to The Mismatch!(1:05) The dog days of the NBA: Post All-Star slog(6:30) Verno: The conflicted feelings of winning(12:10) Jacoby: Jalen Brunson is enough to win a championship(17:00) Verno: The extinction of the small guard(24:45) Jacoby: Wouldn’t hold the door open for Wemby(30:55) Verno: Dirty Dort’s cheap-shot collection(36:10) Jacoby: Expects so much more from Cam Johnson(40:35) Verno: Trading Jared McCain to the Thunder(44:50) Jacoby: Diluted NBA; there are too many games!(47:04) Verno: Sparks fly between JJ and Luka on the sideline(58:21) Jacoby: California dreamin’The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers: Stefan Anderson and Jeff ShearinSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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This episode was published on Mar 3, 2026.

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