The Mismatch

Embiid’s Future, Summer League Standouts, and Lingering NBA Story Lines

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Verno and KOC discuss how impressed they are by the Summer League performance of Cam Whitmore after he fell in the draft, and take a look at other players who stood out in Las Vegas (01:35). After Joel Embiid said he wants to win a championship in Philadelphia or "anywhere else," the guys debate whether his comments are something to be concerned about (27:15). Also, the lack of progress on a Damian Lillard or James Harden trade, the Suns' unique roster construction, and theorize on why Jaylen Brown hasn't been extended by the Celtics yet (39:48).

Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor

Producer: Jessie Lopez

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