The Bill Simmons Podcast

Part 1: The Legacy Episode, the Next Kyrie, and White Boy Summer With Ryen Russillo

Jun 16, 2024
Ryen Russillo, a sports analyst and co-host of The Ringer's 'The Lowe Post', joins to dive deep into NBA legacies and future prospects. They explore how player narratives have evolved, shining a light on stars like Giannis and Paul George. The conversation touches on how championships can rewrite legacies and examines rising talents like Reed Sheppard. They also discuss the Celtics' self-proclaimed dynasty status and raise thought-provoking questions about MVP voting and trade strategies. It's a fascinating look at the changing landscape of basketball.
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ANECDOTE

Simmons as Kyrie

  • Bill Simmons felt like Kyrie Irving while on a show with Kevin O'Connor and Eddie House.
  • They debated if Tatum was better than Brown, a narrative Simmons finds tiresome.
INSIGHT

Legacy Reassessments

  • Legacy reassessments in sports, where narratives shift based on recent performance, have become increasingly common.
  • Bill Simmons believes Karl Malone's 1997 MVP and subsequent poor Finals performance marked the first modern instance.
ANECDOTE

Jerry West's Legacy

  • Jerry West's career, marked by both success and failure, exemplifies how legacies are viewed.
  • Ryen Russillo wonders how West would be perceived in today's media landscape.
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