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The Suggs Game, Bad Lakers Omens, Rookie of the Year Sadness, and Post-Vaccine Life With Ryen Russillo

The Bill Simmons Podcast

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Transforming College Sports: Players, Politics, and Potential

This chapter analyzes the effects of the NCAA transfer portal on college athletics, focusing on player eligibility and financial dynamics. The conversation highlights the contrast in perceptions towards various sports, particularly the rising prominence of women's basketball. Additionally, it delves into rookie player evaluations within the NBA, questioning the criteria for achievements like the Rookie of the Year award amidst increasing shot attempts in the league.

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