The Bill Simmons Podcast Matt Damon! Plus: Giannis Cards and COVID Confusion With Mike Gioseffi and Derek Thompson
Jul 23, 2021
Matt Damon, the beloved actor known for his roles in classics like Good Will Hunting and the Bourne series, chats about his latest film, Stillwater, and his love for sports. Mike Gioseffi dives into the sports card market, exploring the hype around Giannis Antetokounmpo's rookie card post-championship. Meanwhile, Derek Thompson provides a thought-provoking analysis on the COVID-19 Delta variant and the complexities of vaccine hesitancy today. From fascinating film insights to market trends and public health discussions, this conversation is a captivating mix!
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Forgotten Performance
- Bill Simmons forgot Walt Frazier's performance in the 1970 Finals.
- He remembers Frazier's 36 points and 19 assists a couple of hours later.
Giannis' Defensive Prowess
- Giannis' defensive versatility, guarding players one through five, often gets overlooked.
- His ability to guard anyone combined with his offensive prowess makes him dominant.
Giannis Card Surge
- Giannis Antetokounmpo's card prices surged after winning the NBA championship.
- Prices increased by about 20% for his base rookie cards after the Finals.