The Bill Simmons Podcast cover image

Steve Kerr on Bubble Ball, Golden State’s Gap Year, and ‘The Last Dance.’ Plus: Nathan Hubbard on Golf and Taylor Swift. 

The Bill Simmons Podcast

00:00

The NBA's Evolution: From Tiebreakers to Social Justice

This chapter explores the unique situations of the 1992 NBA season, particularly the randomness of tiebreakers that influenced Orlando's lottery success. It also addresses contemporary challenges, including player dynamics in the Orlando bubble and the evolving role of the league in social justice activism. The discussion highlights the ongoing transformation of basketball through shooting techniques, conditioning, and the impact of technology on both gameplay and player activism.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app