Luka’s Ascendance and a Mavs-Celtics Finals Is Brewing With Ryen Russillo
27 May - 1 hour 55 minsThe Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the Mavericks' 3-0 series lead over the Timberwolves, the mastery of Luka Doncic, the revival of Kyrie Irving (1:28), struggles for KAT and Anthony Edwards (23:50), a history of the "best player alive" belt (46:37), the Celtics-Pacers series, Jayson Tatum debates, Finals speculation, and more (1:06:08).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Ryen Russillo
Producer: Kyle Crichton
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Part 2: A Mavs-Celts Breakdown, Philly’s Summer Plans, and a Lakers Competency Check-In With Ryen Russillo
In Part 2 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss whether the Mavs found something in Game 4 of the Finals, or if the Celtics just sucked. Plus how nervous is Bill heading into Game 5? Then, they chat about why the Lakers haven’t hired a coach yet, and play a game of "What Would You Do?" if they were running the Sixers and Bulls. Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour 20 mins
17 June Finished
Part 1: The Legacy Episode, the Next Kyrie, and White Boy Summer With Ryen Russillo
In Part 1 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the history of sports legacy "reassessments," NBA players who can change their legacies over the next few seasons, Reed Sheppard NBA draft thoughts, and more. Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour 18 mins
16 June Finished
Celtics on the Brink With Doc Rivers
The Ringer's Bill Simmons shares some solo Celtics reactions (0:34) before he is joined by Bucks coach Doc Rivers to discuss taking over in Milwaukee midway through the season, a wacky Eastern Conference postseason (6:42), the Celtics taking Game 3 in Dallas, NBA stories, and more (23:17). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Doc Rivers Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour 18 mins
13 June Finished
KP’s Hurt, Dallas Is Alive, Lakers Misconceptions, the Caitlin Content Machine, and Big Fight Bill With Chris Mannix
The Ringer's Bill Simmons runs through six sports topics, including Warner's NBA rights fiasco, the Caitlin Clark media frenzy, the Lakers' coaching search, and more (1:43). Then, Bill is joined by SI's Chris Mannix to discuss Kristaps Porzingis's injury and whether it opens the door for the Mavericks (28:38), key adjustments for Jayson Tatum, Game 3 predictions (46:04), and some boxing talk (1:15:17). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Chris Mannix Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour 35 mins
12 June Finished
Boston Wins Game 2, Plus NBA Draft Stuff, Nets/Hawks Advice, and the Next Lakers Coach With Ryen Russillo
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the Celtics' Game 2 win vs. the Mavericks, more Tatum struggles, Jrue Holiday's brilliance, Kyrie's slump, the keys to keep Dallas's hope alive, series predictions, and more (1:25). Then Bill and Ryen talk about the puzzling 2024 NBA draft (1:05:18), get into Jimmy Butler's uncertain future (1:24:30), and offer up offseason advice and fake trades for the Hawks and Nets (1:33:42). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2 hours 28 mins
10 June Finished
Boston’s Big Game 1 Win: Takeaways From Row 3 With Bill’s Dad
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by his Dad to discuss being inside TD Garden for the Celtics' Game 1 win over the Mavericks in the NBA Finals. They discuss the impact of Kristaps Porzingis's return, Boston's defense, the Mavs' lineups, Jayson Tatum's struggles, Game 2 predictions, and more! Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Bill's Dad Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour 1 min
7 June Finished