The Bill Simmons Podcast Part 2: Philly Chokes, Hawks Fever, and a Bucks-Nets Postmortem With Ryen Russillo
Jun 21, 2021
Ryen Russillo, a sports analyst and co-host at The Ringer, joins the conversation to unpack the Philadelphia 76ers' crushing playoff exit against the Atlanta Hawks. They dissect Ben Simmons’ underwhelming performance and Trae Young’s unexpected impact. The duo explores why this postseason feels particularly strange, and delves into the dramatic Game 7 between the Nets and Bucks, highlighting Kevin Durant's heroics and Giannis Antetokounmpo’s influence. Humor and insights from unique playoff moments round out the discussion!
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The End of "The Process"
- Ben Simmons' performance in the game signifies the end of "The Process" era for the Sixers.
- His passive play and fear of taking shots, especially in crucial moments, symbolize the team's failure to achieve championship success.
Trae Young's Confidence
- Ryen Russillo contrasts Trae Young's eagerness to play in Game 7 with others who dread it.
- Young's confidence and comfort, even during a poor shooting performance, ultimately led the Hawks to victory.
Contrasting Mentalities
- Bill Simmons believes Ben Simmons' reluctance to dunk or get fouled in a crucial moment epitomizes his fear and lack of aggression.
- This contrasts sharply with Trae Young's confidence to take a 32-footer despite a poor shooting night, highlighting a key difference in mentality.