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The Surprise All-Star, Embiid's MVP Case, Pelicans Have a Chance, and the G League Initiative
FromThe Mismatch
The Surprise All-Star, Embiid's MVP Case, Pelicans Have a Chance, and the G League Initiative
FromThe Mismatch
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Length:
69 minutes
Released:
Jan 28, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Verno and KOC begin the show discussing the 2022 NBA All-Star starters and Andrew Wiggins's surprise nod (01:40). Did Wiggins get some help from an unexpected fan base (09:16)? Trae Young was also announced as an All-Star starter and celebrated by calling out Chuck in a tweet (13:36). Joel Embiid has been dominant all season long, and the guys debate whether he can continue to stay healthy to make a run at MVP (21:40). Zion Williamson posted a cryptic picture on his Instagram: Is he close to making a return? The guys debate the Pelicans' playoff chances if Zion returns soon (31:06). Also, they give their thoughts on the new Rising Stars format for All-Star Weekend, specifically the addition of the G League players (41:12). Last, they gush over Auburn prospect Jabari Smith Jr. (55:45).
Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Jessie Lopez
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Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Jessie Lopez
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Released:
Jan 28, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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