Exploring NBA Finals Narratives: Pacers vs. Knicks

Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react to the Pacers defeating the Knicks to reach the NBA Finals, Pascal Siakam winning the ECF MVP instead of Tyrese Haliburton, and Rick Carlisle’s impact as a head coach (2:33). Then, Van Lathan Jr. joins to discuss the Knicks, what their offseason moves should be, and Giannis trades (37:56). Finally, they discuss the end of ‘Inside the NBA’ on TNT, college football, and more (01:14:16).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Ryen Russillo and Van Lathan Jr.

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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