The Bill Simmons Podcast A Clippers Conundrum, LeBron MVP Myths, Kyrie’s Resurgence, and the Ref Review Crisis With Ryen Russillo
Feb 22, 2021
Ryen Russillo, a sports analyst and co-host of The Ringer NBA Show, joins for a deep dive into the NBA landscape. They discuss the Nets’ impressive win streak, dissecting the playoff implications for both the Nets and Clippers. A new segment, 'You’re Out of Excuses,' humorously tackles player accountability. The duo also critiques the frustrating impact of instant replay on game flow and debates the MVP narratives surrounding LeBron James, highlighting past seasons where he fell short.
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Nets' Road Trip Dominance
- The Nets won a thrilling game against the Clippers, going 5-0 on their road trip.
- This impressive road performance, without Durant for four games, suggests their potential playoff strength.
Clippers' Playoff Pressure
- The Clippers' regular season success is overshadowed by their playoff failures.
- Paul George's regular season performance won't matter unless they succeed in the playoffs.
Harden's Finals Expectations
- James Harden is out of excuses this season with the Nets.
- He has a good team, a weaker conference, and everything is set up for a Finals run.