The Bill Simmons Podcast Part 1: Indy Crushes at MSG, Knicks Summer Targets, Dallas Delivers, and OKC’s Fatal Flaw With Ryen Russillo
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May 20, 2024 Ryen Russillo, a sports analyst renowned for his basketball insights, joins the conversation to dissect the thrilling Game 7 between the Pacers and Knicks. He highlights the Pacers’ impressive performance, discusses the impact of injuries on the Knicks, and delves into trade strategies that could reshape team dynamics. The talk also covers the Mavericks' nail-biting victory over the Thunder, focusing on pivotal plays and coaching decisions. Russillo's expertise brings clarity to the competitive landscape of the playoffs and what lies ahead for key teams.
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Pacers' Historic Shooting
- The Pacers had an outstanding shooting performance in Game 7, setting a record for most points in three quarters.
- Their 67% shooting percentage was the highest in a Game 7 in the last 50 years.
Simmons' Game 7 Prediction
- Bill Simmons expected the Knicks to come back in Game 7 against the Pacers.
- He thought the Knicks would benefit from home-court advantage and injuries to key Pacers players.
Knicks' Overreliance on Brunson
- Brunson's injury highlighted the Knicks' overreliance on him and the team's physical exhaustion.
- The Knicks' success was deemed miraculous given Brunson's injury and the team's overall condition.