Best Mark Schroder Podcasts (2025)

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Have the Thunder Broken the Wolves? Plus: A Must-Win Game 2, and Enjoying the Haliburton Experience. 1:14:29

7h ago1:14:29

1:14:29

The Thunder continue their dominance to take a 2-0 series lead over the Timberwolves, as Verno and Jacoby recap Game 2 and debate what it’ll take for the Wolves to try to make this a series. They discuss how the Thunder’s Big Three of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Chet Holmgren performed, Julius Randle’s disappearance, Mike Conley’s …

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Thunder-Wolves Preview, Conference Finals X Factors, and Will Haliburton Become the New Knicks Villain? 1:11:25

2d ago1:11:25

1:11:25

Verno and Jacoby return to break down the Nuggets' Game 7 loss and preview the start of the Western Conference finals between the Timberwolves and Thunder. They discuss how the Thunder can continue their championship run, debate whether people are still not giving enough credit to the Wolves for making back-to-back conference finals, and talk about…

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Nuggets Force Game 7, Celtics-Knicks Preview, and T-Wolves Advance to the WCF 1:06:44

9d ago1:06:44

1:06:44

Verno and Jacoby react to the Nuggets taking Game 6 over the Thunder to force Game 7, preview the Celtics-Knicks Game 6, and discuss contract-year Julius Randle leading the T-Wolves past the Warriors and into the Western Conference finals. Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (1:11) Nugge…

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Lottery DISASTER For The Nets, Where To Now For Brooklyn? 24:32

11d ago24:32

24:32

Jac dives into the lottery madness that occurred for the Nets and where to now for the team! Are the Nets cursed? Sliding doors moments Does tanking work? Can Brooklyn trade into the top-four? Who will they take with pick eight? AND MORE! Let Jac (@JacManuell) know what you think of the episode on Twitter!…

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Knicks on the Brink of the ECF, Tatum's Injury, Mavericks Win the Lottery, and Ant's Superstar Performance 1:19:10

12d ago1:19:10

1:19:10

Verno and Jacoby react to the Knicks taking a 3-1 series lead over the Celtics, Jayson Tatum's injury, the Mavericks winning the right to draft Cooper Flagg, Anthony Edwards's superstar performance, and more! Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (1:20) Timberwolves Defeat Warriors: 117-11…

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Timberwolves Take Game 2, Knicks Stun Boston AGAIN, and Cavaliers Collapsing 1:08:04

16d ago1:08:04

1:08:04

Verno and Jacoby break down the Timberwolves' win on Thursday night, which ties up their series with the Warriors; the Knicks' incredible second comeback over the Celtics; and the Cavaliers' collapse versus the Pacers. Then they preview Thunder-Nuggets Game 3. Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 (0:00) Welcome to The M…

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WELCOME TO THE SECOND ROUND! The Nuggets and Knicks Upset the Thunder and Celtics in Game 1 1:18:49

19d ago1:18:49

1:18:49

Verno and Jacoby break down Monday night's action, with some HUGE upsets. The Nuggets and Knicks took Game 1 over the Thunder and the Celtics, respectively. Plus, reacting to the Warriors' Game 7 win over Houston, previewing their series against the Timberwolves, and analyzing the Pacers' win over the Cavs in their series opener. Leave us a message…

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Clippers Force Game 7, Knicks Advance, and the Lakers Collapse 1:15:35

23d ago1:15:35

1:15:35

Verno and Jacoby break down Thursday night's action with the Clippers forcing Game 7 against the Nuggets, the Knicks advancing to play Boston, the Lakers turning Rudy Gobert into Wilt Chamberlain, and previewing the conference semifinals. Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch (1:25) Clipper…

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Will Giannis Want Out? Plus: The Rockets Need a Star, the Hungry Wolves, and Which 3-1 Series Can Still Go the Full Seven 1:08:36

25d ago1:08:36

1:08:36

Verno and Jacoby break down Monday night’s playoff action starting with the Warriors’ thrilling 109-106 win over the Rockets to take a 3-1 series lead (01:18). They then debate how real the Cavs are after a complete beatdown of the Heat as well as their expectations in the next round (16:05). With the news of Damian Lillard’s injury, where do the B…

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A Clippers Ass Whooping, Big Game KAT, Ja Goes Down, and the Grizzlies Collapse 1:03:01

29d ago1:03:01

1:03:01

Verno and Jacoby get together after the Grizzlies lose both Ja Morant and a 29-point lead to the Thunder, who are in prime position to get the sweep over the weekend (01:35). Verno shares his experience being inside the arena after Ja went out and discusses whether Lu Dort deserves any blame for the injury. Next, the guys go over the Clippers' domi…

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The Legend of Playoff Kawhi, History at the Garden, and Game 2 Adjustments 1:11:00

1M ago1:11:00

1:11:00

Verno and Jacoby break down the exciting pair of games from Monday night starting off with the unbelievable performance by Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers as they even up their series against the Nuggets (01:25). Next, Jacoby shares his experience watching the Pistons get their first playoff win since 2008 to even up their series against the Knicks …

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Kawhi’s Reintroduction, Silver’s Discipline, Cade’s Arrival, and More Things to Look Forward to in the First Round of the NBA Playoffs 1:06:27

1M ago1:06:27

1:06:27

Verno and Jacoby briefly discuss tonight’s round of play-in games, starting off with the Heat and Hawks, before turning their attention to the Mavs and Grizzlies matchup (01:25). Which of these four teams would make for the most exciting 8 vs 1 seed in the first round? Next, the guys each share four things that they are looking forward to in the fi…

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End of Season Discussion, What Will the Next Great Nets Team Look Like? 27:45

1M ago27:45

27:45

Jac answers more of your questions and dives into postseason comments from Sean Marks! Who should be on the roster next season? What will Cam Thomas' contract look like? Does Sean Marks REALLY want to build strategically through the draft? AND MORE! Let Jac (@JacManuell) know what you think of the episode on Twitter!…

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Don’t Overlook the Grizzlies, Who Gets the Blame for Phoenix, and Instant Reactions to Playoff Matchups 1:10:43

1M ago1:10:43

1:10:43

Verno and Jacoby break down tonight’s play-in games, starting with the Hawks-Magic matchup (01:44) and the Grizzlies-Warriors matchup (07:14). They then discuss tomorrow’s play-in matchups before debating the best possible scenarios that could come out of the play-in (16:32). Next, they get into the news of David Griffin’s firing in New Orleans (30…

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Dissecting Why Malone Was Fired and Gearing Up for a Wild End to the Regular Season 1:14:25

1M ago1:14:25

1:14:25

Verno and Jacoby discuss the scorching-hot Timberwolves, who beat the Grizzlies last night 141-125 after scoring a league season-high 52 points in the third quarter and 44 points from Anthony Edwards (01:08). They also discuss the goofiness around Ja Morant’s new celebration. Next, they detail why they think the Nuggets cleaned house and fired head…

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Have We Discovered the Lakers’ Ceiling? Plus: The Rockets’ Identity, Murray’s Injury, and Predicting Entertaining Playoff Series. 1:14:44

2M ago1:14:44

1:14:44

(RECORDED BEFORE THE NEWS OF MICHAEL MALONE AND CALVIN BOOTH’S FIRING) Verno and Jacoby congratulate Florida on beating Houston in the NCAA basketball championship (01:10). Will fans remember this game or the Duke collapse more? Next, the guys discuss the Lakers’ impressive win against the Thunder and why they showcased their true ceiling in this h…

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League Office Hypocrites, Role Player Importance, and Our Love and Loathes 1:21:50

2M ago1:21:50

1:21:50

Verno and Jacoby go through last night’s Warriors win over the Lakers and discuss the takeaways from both teams' perspectives (01:25). They highlight the importance of the role players for each team and why the performances of those role players are key for any kind of deep run. They then discuss the Grizzles' much-needed win against the Heat befor…

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THE BROOKLYN BUZZ IS BACK! 23:40

2M ago23:40

23:40

Jac is back to dive into a heap of topics surrounding the Nets! Should Giannis really be Plan A? Draft prospects Sean Marks Who deserves to be on the roster moving forward? AND MORE! Let Jac (@JacManuell) know what you think of the episode on Twitter!By Blue Wire

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Grizzlies Aftermath and Six Players to Watch During the Playoff Stretch 1:11:35

2M ago1:11:35

1:11:35

Jacoby is back as he and Verno discuss the fallout from the Taylor Jenkins firing in Memphis and how the Grizzlies have responded in the two games since Jenkins dismissal (05:14). Did Ja Morant know or have any influence in the decision to let Jenkins go? Next, the guys discuss how the Clippers’ strong defense will be troublesome for any team that …

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Giddey the Leader, Biggest Issue in the League, and Eight Questions With Kirk Goldsberry 1:03:36

2M ago1:03:36

1:03:36

(NOTE: SHOW WAS RECORDED BEFORE THE NEWS OF TAYLOR JENKINS'S FIRING) Verno and Kirk Goldsberry (who’s in for Jacoby) break down Josh Giddey’s half-court game-winning shot against the Lakers and why this will be the turning point for Giddey and the Bulls (02:59). They also discuss the struggling Grizzlies after another loss to the Thunder and why th…

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Is Kawhi Back? Plus, the Celtics Sell for $6.1 Billion, the Knicks' Tough Week, and More Loves and Loathes. 1:18:58

2M ago1:18:58

1:18:58

Verno and Jacoby discuss last night's game between the Warriors and Raptors, which Golden State survived after Steph Curry went down with an injury and Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green turned in subpar performances (0:45). They next discuss the recent sale of the Boston Celtics to a group led by Bill Chisholm, who is a managing partner at Symphony T…

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Are Tanking and Resting Ruining the Game? Plus: Finals Odds, Whether the Clippers Can Pull Off a Playoff Upset, and Zion the Superstar. 1:28:57

2M ago1:28:57

1:28:57

Verno and Jacoby go through last night’s games, especially looking at teams that are either resting or full-on tanking (1:06). The guys debate how long the league will allow this to continue and what needs to change to prevent teams from tanking and resting starters who are healthy. They also discuss Tony Allen's jersey retirement ceremony over the…

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Will Anyone Ever Break Steph’s 3-Point Record? Plus: Standings Watch, the Importance of Size, and Our Loves and Loathes. 1:30:15

2M ago1:30:15

1:30:15

Verno and Jacoby go through the Bucks' blowout win against the injury-riddled Lakers and talk about why size is still important when facing certain teams (0:53). They then discuss some of the positive takeaways from the Thunder’s win against the Celtics on Wednesday night before congratulating Steph Curry for hitting 4k 3-point shots(12:30). The gu…

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Western Conference Health Check, Jokic’s MVP Chances, and Random NBA Questions 1:12:24

2M ago1:12:24

1:12:24

Verno and Jacoby go through last night’s slate of NBA action starting off with Nikola Jokic’s otherworldly performance against the Thunder and the chances of Jokic surpassing SGA to win his fourth MVP (0:35). They then discuss Ja Morant's improved performance during the Grizzlies’ three-game win streak (16:25). After LeBron’s groin injury, the guys…

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Lakers Defense Smothers Knicks, Steph the Rock Star, and Beware of the Bucks 1:25:13

3M ago1:25:13

1:25:13

Verno and Jacoby discuss the Lakers' thrilling OT win over the Knicks and how their defense was the true highlight of the game, not Luka and LeBron's performance (00:31). They also discuss the importance of Jimmy Butler’s impact for the Warriors outside the stat sheet and why Steve Kerr’s comparison to Andre Iguodala is valid (16:25). Next, the guy…

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Kyrie Tears His ACL, Historic Bad-Luck Grizzlies, and Why Doesn’t KD Take More Blame? 1:22:54

3M ago1:22:54

1:22:54

Verno and Jacoby go through a string of bad luck for the Grizzlies, who’ve lost their past three games at home in the final seconds and are now without Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr (01:11). They then discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who dropped 51 points against the Rockets; the reports coming out of Phoenix that the Suns could potentially move o…

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Time to Reconsider the Warriors and Lakers? Plus: Hookah Luka, NBA Centel, and More Loves and Loathes. 59:47

3M ago59:47

59:47

Verno and Jacoby discuss Steph Curry’s historic night after he dropped 56 points in Orlando and also talk about the Lakers' win against the Wolves despite an off night from Luka Doncic, who's continued to struggle with his shot since arriving in L.A. Despite the struggles, the Lakers have looked strong with Luka, and the Warriors are 6-1 with Jimmy…

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The Wolves’ Thrilling Comeback, Early Playoff Expectations, and Is Cade a Superstar? 1:14:31

3M ago1:14:31

1:14:31

Verno and Jacoby go through some of Monday’s NBA action, starting off with the Wolves' encouraging comeback win against the Thunder in OKC. They then discuss the hot Pistons, who are riding a seven-game win streak; the Sixers, who got blown out by the Bulls; and the Nuggets' bounce-back win against the Pacers. Next, from Cade Cunningham’s superstar…

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Wemby Done for the Year, Hot Nuggets, the Broken Suns, and What Is Going on With Ja Morant? 1:04:05

3M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

Verno and Jacoby are back as they discuss where the Spurs go from here after it was announced that Victor Wembanyama’s season is ending due to injury, in addition to the continuous struggles from the Suns (04:51). Then, they discuss if there is any way for the Lakers to hide Luka Doncic on defense, why Shams is absolutely right when it comes to Gia…

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All-Star Weekend Hype and Second-Half Predictions 1:01:55

3M ago1:01:55

1:01:55

Verno and Jacoby share their low-key excitement for this year's NBA All-Star Weekend festivities (01:41). They discuss how the new format could bring more competitiveness, and their disappointment that Steph Curry isn’t involved in more All-Star events in his home city. From playoff positioning to impactful rookies, the guys next share four predict…

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Luka’s Laker Debut, Mavs Karma, Depressing Magic Free Fall, and Better Off Without Mark Williams? 1:13:41

3M ago1:13:41

1:13:41

Verno and Jacoby recap Luka Doncic’s Laker debut and explain how Luka and LeBron can successfully coexist (00:46). Mark Williams is headed back to the Hornets after the Lakers failed his physical, but the guys debate whether the failed deal could actually be beneficial to the Lakers (08:10). They then discuss the massive amount of bad luck that Mav…

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Trade Deadline Reactions: Jimmy Joins Steph, the Lakers Get Their Center, and Can the Suns Regain KD’s Trust? 1:07:56

4M ago1:07:56

1:07:56

Verno and Jacoby go through all the trades that went down before the deadline, from Jimmy Butler finally escaping Miami to the Grizzlies dumping Marcus Smart. They start off by briefly revisiting the De’Aaron Fox deal before moving on to the Bucks trading Khris Middleton for Kyle Kuzma and De'Andre Hunter’s potential impact with the Cavs (08:07). T…

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Cam Johnson Remains in Brooklyn, Will Ben Simmons Be Bought Out? Assessing the Trade Deadline for the Nets 20:57

4M ago20:57

20:57

Jac dives into the trade deadline for the Nets! - Is a Ben Simmons buyout on the horizon? - Why didn't Cam Johnson get traded? - What next for the franchise? - AND MORE! Let Jac (@JacManuell) know what you think of the episode on Twitter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Was Nico Harrison Overconfident in Trading Luka? Plus, a New Duo in San Antonio, the Warriors' Desperation, and Expectations for a Wild Trade Deadline. 1:11:36

4M ago1:11:36

1:11:36

Verno and Jacboy continue to discuss the wild trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers and try to determine just what Mavs GM Nico Harrison’s mindset was that led him to trade Luka away (01:33). They also debate whether Nico’s time around Kobe Bryant influenced his decision to make the trade. Next, they dive into the other big trade of the weekend…

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Early Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis Trade Theories and Rationale 47:48

4M ago47:48

47:48

Verno and Jacoby both woke up to the absolute bombshell of a trade that now has Luka Doncic with the Lakers and Anthony Davis with the Mavericks and decided to fire up the mics. The guys try to piece together how exactly the biggest trade in NBA history came together and offer their own theories of why the powers that be in Dallas and Los Angeles d…

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Grizzlies Survive Ref’s Mistake, All-Star Reserves Controversy, and Our Love and Loathes 1:21:54

4M ago1:21:54

1:21:54

Verno and Jacoby recap the thrilling game between the Grizzlies and Rockets, as well as the chaotic ending that nearly cost Memphis the game (01:52). They then discuss the announcement of the All-Star reserves and who got snubbed (11:02). Did James Harden really deserve to be a part of the West reserves over someone like Domantas Sabonis? Next, the…

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Knicks Annihilate Grizzlies, Rockets' Playoff Formula, and When Will the Jimmy Saga End? 1:16:21

4M ago1:16:21

1:16:21

Verno and Jacoby are together in New York to recap their experience going to Madison Square Garden to watch the Knicks-Grizzlies game, and Verno talks through the disappointment of having to watch his team get blown out by over 40 points (01:01). They also discuss Amen Thompson’s game-winner in the Rockets' thrilling victory over the Celtics (13:39…

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The Lakers' Statement Win, Resurging Bucks, Cade’s Growth, and More We Love and Loathe 1:22:31

4M ago1:22:31

1:22:31

Verno and Jacoby go through last night’s action, starting with the Lakers' impressive blowout win over the Celtics and the Thunder's surprising loss to the Mavs (01:39). They then discuss Nikola Jokic’s historic performance in the Nuggets' win over the Kings, the Bulls' future, and their reaction to the All-Star starters (11:29). Next, the guys sha…

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Will Embiid Ever Be the Same? Plus, MLK Day Highlights and Things We Believe in the Most. 1:16:15

4M ago1:16:15

1:16:15

Verno and Jacoby discuss the action-packed MLK Day slate of games yesterday, including the Grizzlies edging out the Timberwolves, the Celtics demolishing the Warriors, Cade Cunningham’s stellar season, and the low-key good Knicks win over the Hawks (04:00). They then debate if Joel Embiid will play Tuesday night against the Nuggets and the growing …

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A Disappointing Rematch, Kevin Love’s IG, Jalen Green’s Emergence, and the Bucks' Inconsistent Season 1:25:02

4M ago1:25:02

1:25:02

Verno and Jacoby go over a pair of last night’s games, beginning with the Thunder’s blowout win against the Cavs (01:01) and the exciting matchup between the Rockets and Kings (06:51). They then debate whether Kevin Love’s Instagram is a reliable source to determine if Jimmy Butler will start tonight for the Heat (15:16). Next, the guys dive into t…

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Will Tanking Affect Team Chemistry? Could the Nets Trade for Zion Williamson? AND MORE! 19:01

4M ago19:01

19:01

Jac dives into a heap of topics surrounding the Nets! - How will the Nets' tanking efforts affect the franchise overall? - Should they go after Zion through a trade? - Could Cam Johnson stay? - AND MORE! Let Jac (@JacManuell) know what you think of the episode on Twitter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Young Players Emerging, Zion’s Future, and a Bad Rookie Class, Plus, Where do the Warriors Go From Here? 1:22:18

4M ago1:22:18

1:22:18

Vernon and Jacoby break down what happened in the Knicks' and Grizzlies' losses Monday night, while also highlighting the excellent play from Cade Cunningham and Jalen Green this season (00:58). Then, they analyze Draymond Green’s comments about the Warriors not mortgaging their future to win now and why the Lakers’ loss to the Spurs really doesn’t…

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The Ethical Cavs, Why Beal Was Really Benched, Paolo's Return, and Kessler’s Wingman 1:23:14

4M ago1:23:14

1:23:14

Verno and Jacoby discuss Anthony Edwards’s aggressiveness during the Wolves' three-game winning streak, Paolo Banchero’s return to the Magic, as well as the dirty secret behind Bradley Beal’s benching, and Jared McCain’s season-ending injury (04:35). They then dive into this week’s teams (25:45), players (51:00), and things (01:06:07) they loved an…

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The Warriors’ Uncertain Future, Dunking on Wemby, the Streaking Thunder and Razzamatazz Magic 1:20:34

5M ago1:20:34

1:20:34

Vernon and Jacoby briefly go through last night's games, including Anthony Edwards’s clutch performance versus the Clippers, Malik Monk’s shot at Mike Brown, and how the Thunder have turned it around since losing to the Bucks in the NBA Cup (01:01). They then discuss how the trade deadline could completely reshape the Western Conference, as well as…

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Who Will Trade For Cam Johnson? 26:13

5M ago26:13

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What is the REAL direction for the Nets for the next few years? The market for Cam Johnson heats up Trade proposals for Cam Johnson Why are the Grizzlies upset with the Nets over the DFS trade negotiations? Looking ahead on the schedule, predict the record Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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