The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Harden Dilemma 2.0, Milwaukee’s Big Move, and CP3 to Phoenix With Raja Bell and Ryen Russillo

Nov 17, 2020

Ryen Russillo, a sports analyst renowned for his basketball insights, teams up with former NBA player Raja Bell, known for his defensive skills with the Phoenix Suns. They delve into James Harden's trade aspirations and the emotional toll on players involved. The duo discusses the Bucks' significant moves in acquiring Holiday and Bogdanovic, and the potential impact of Chris Paul joining the Suns. Additionally, they analyze Boston's dilemma with Gordon Hayward, highlighting how trades can reshape entire team dynamics and fan loyalties.

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Episode guests

Raja Bell

Ryen Russillo

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Episode notes

Intro

5min

Navigating Player Movements and Team Dynamics

21min

Basketball Relationships and Trade Dynamics

6min

Navigating NBA Trades: Impacts and Strategies

19min

Evolving Sports Landscape

7min

Chris Paul's Impact on the Suns

7min

The Complex Theater of Gordon Hayward's NBA Future

5min

Trade Talks and Draft Speculations

9min

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo and Raja Bell to discuss James Harden’s desire to be traded to the Brooklyn Nets (2:00). Then, Bill and Ryen talk about the Bucks acquiring Jrue Holiday and Bogdan Bogdanovic, the Suns trading for Chris Paul, the Warriors' path to continued success, Boston's Gordon Hayward dilemma, and more (30:00).

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