The Bill Simmons Podcast Will Smith’s Slap With Jimmy Kimmel. Plus, the Somehow Underrated Suns With Ryen Russillo
Mar 28, 2022
This conversation features Jimmy Kimmel, a two-time Academy Awards host known for his humor, and Ryen Russillo, an insightful NBA analyst. They dive into the Oscars incident involving Will Smith and Chris Rock, unpacking its cultural significance and social media reactions. The discussion then shifts to the NBA, highlighting the impressive performance of the Phoenix Suns and Devin Booker’s MVP potential, while evaluating playoff dynamics, historical comparisons, and the ongoing debate between top MVP candidates Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid.
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Will Smith's Oscar Slap
- Will Smith slapped Chris Rock on stage at the Oscars after a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith.
- Jimmy Kimmel compared it to Mike Tyson biting Evander Holyfield's ear.
Kimmel's Tyson-Holyfield Reaction
- Jimmy Kimmel recalled Mike Tyson biting Evander Holyfield's ear, prompting him to do a solo radio show.
- He couldn't let the moment pass, even though his colleagues were off.
Shocking Altercation
- The slap was shocking due to Will Smith's reputation as the "nicest guy in Hollywood".
- It's comparable to Tom Hanks slapping someone, highlighting the unexpected nature of the event.