Early Season Observations: Knicks in Crisis, Tatum-Brown Drama, and Giannis's Miami Honeymoon Gone Wrong

As we enter the first full week of the NBA season, Verno and Jacoby share some early observations. They also discuss Jalen Williams's horrific injury, and how the loss of Williams and Cason Wallace will affect the Thunder for the rest of the season. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (01:28) How Jalen Williams's and Cason Wallace’s injuries affect the Thunder’s season (06:02) Cannot take our eyes off the Timberwolves (08:29) Fred VanVleet making all the difference for the Rockets (10:42) Memphis Grizzlies one of five undefeated teams in the West (17:20) Knicks vibes are bad in New York City (26:11) Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown drama is getting messy (32:36) Yaxel Lendeborg and the Nuggets' rough start to the season (37:57) We are never going to be able to see the Magic’s full potential (42:10) Sergio De Larrea and Walter Clayton Jr. (45:48) New look Heat with Giannis Antetokounmpo has not been good (53:50) Lakers' easy schedule though Thanksgiving (55:21) Spurs don’t look right with Dylan Harper, De’Aaron Fox, and Stephon Castle all starting (59:24) Surprising starting five net ratings (01:02:42) Timberwolves are exactly as advertised The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Liz Jerry Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices