The Bill Simmons Podcast The Lakers Escape and Miami Flops With Kevin O’Connor, Plus Wesley Morris on ‘Air,’ ‘Succession,’ and Ben Affleck’s Unique Career
Apr 12, 2023
Kevin O’Connor, an NBA writer for The Ringer, shares insights on the Lakers' thrilling play-in victory over the Timberwolves and their playoff hopes against the Grizzlies. He also examines the Heat’s disappointing performance against the Hawks. Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Wesley Morris dives into the nostalgia of the film 'Air' while dissecting Ben Affleck's unique Hollywood journey. The conversation further explores the complexity of modern storytelling in shows like 'Succession,' shedding light on character development and industry challenges.
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Lakers-Timberwolves Play-In Game
- Bill Simmons and Kevin O’Connor discuss the Timberwolves-Lakers play-in game.
- They highlight the Lakers' comeback, LeBron James' errors, and Anthony Davis' crucial foul.
Towns and Edwards' Performance
- Karl-Anthony Towns had a strong start but was hampered by foul trouble.
- Anthony Edwards performed poorly, possibly due to an injury.
LeBron's Workload and Defense
- LeBron James played a significant amount of minutes and appeared tired at times.
- His defensive effort was questioned.