The Bill Simmons Podcast 76ers Sliding Doors, 2019’s Best Movies, and Gwyneth Paltrow Is Underrated, With Chris Ryan and Wesley Morris | The Bill Simmons Podcast
Jan 8, 2020
Chris Ryan, a contributor to The Ringer, teams up with Wesley Morris, a cultural critic for The New York Times, to dive into the intriguing world of the Philadelphia 76ers and their past decisions, dissecting what could have been if things had gone differently. They also celebrate the cinematic landscape of 2019, defending Gwyneth Paltrow's contributions and discussing standout films like 'Uncut Gems' and 'Marriage Story.' Their engaging banter explores shifting viewing habits and the complexities of storytelling in modern cinema.
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76ers and the Fultz Trade
- The Philadelphia 76ers traded Markelle Fultz, the number one pick, to Orlando for Jonathan Simmons.
- Fultz is now thriving in Orlando, while Simmons didn't pan out for the Sixers, highlighting the Sixers' questionable decisions.
Fork in the Road Teams
- The 76ers' situation is compared to the 2005-2008 Phoenix Suns.
- Both teams faced critical decision points that could have drastically altered their trajectories, demonstrating how seemingly small choices can have huge impacts.
NBA Trade Difficulties
- NBA trades are becoming harder due to the league's salary structure.
- Most players make either over $25 million or under $7 million, creating fewer trade possibilities for teams like the Sixers and Celtics.