The Mismatch
Deadline Moves, Flagg vs. Kon, the Lakers’ Future, and More Things We Are Keeping an Eye On
About the episode
Verno and Jacoby are back as they share 10 things they are keeping an eye on. They discuss who could be possibly moved by next week’s trade deadline, the seeding in the West, Flagg vs. Kon, the 2026 draft class, Jayson Tatum’s eventual return, and so much more.
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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff Shearin
Social: Keith Fujimoto
Summary
Welcome to The Mismatch!
- 0:58
Who could move at the trade deadline?
- 14:45
What is going on with the Toronto Raptors?
- 21:15
Which teams could rise in the West?
- 27:29
Outlook for the 6- and 7-seeds in the West
- 30:27
Will there be any more head coaching changes?
- 36:04
Rookie of the Year race with Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel
- 40:01
2026 draft class balling out
- 48:17
What will happen with the Lakers next season?
- 57:24
Netflix stock and Styrofoam cups
