The Wemby Debate, Zion's Revival, Houston’s Hopes, and LeBron’s Leverage

As we inch closer and closer to the regular season, Verno and Jacoby return with 10 questions about the upcoming season and more.

(00:00) Welcome to the Mismatch!
(02:24) Question 1: Is Victor Wembanyama the fifth-best player in the NBA?
(10:34) Question 2: What are your thoughts on LeBron James potentially creating a rival basketball league to compete with the NBA?
(18:13) Question 3: Is it time to believe in Zion Williamson again?
(25:47) Question 4: How much does Fred VanVleet’s injury change the Rockets' expectations?
(35:04) Question 5: What are your favorite teams that never made the Finals?
(44:51) Question 6: What are your thoughts on Kyle Lowry joining Prime Video’s NBA coverage as an active player?
(49:05) Question 7: Who is the most surprising free agent still available?
(56:57) Question 8: Why has Pablo Torre gone quiet on Kawhi Leonard?
(01:00:50) Question 9: Which non-All-Star acquisition will be most impactful?
(01:05:36) Question 10: What have you been watching on TV?

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Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto

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