The Bill Simmons Podcast

A Two-Week NBA Check-in With Big Wos and Jake Paul on Changing Boxing and Influencer Culture

Nov 3, 2021

Wosny Lambre, an insightful NBA analyst from The Ringer, shares his thoughts on the Miami Heat's hot start, the surprising struggles of the Boston Celtics, and the chemistry challenges within teams like the Bulls and Nets. Meanwhile, Jake Paul, a social media sensation turned professional boxer, discusses his journey through influencer culture and the world of boxing. He candidly talks about learning from mistakes in marketing fights and navigating the complexities of sibling rivalry with his brother, all while highlighting his aspirations in the sport.

01:40:42

Episode guests

Jake Paul

Wosny Lambre

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Episode notes

Intro

5min

NBA Team Dynamics and Performance Insights

19min

Analyzing Team Dynamics and Performance in Basketball

5min

Celtics' Defensive Dilemma

16min

Defense Dilemmas and Rookie Potential

9min

Exploring NBA Influencer Culture and Boxing Marketing Strategies

4min

From Underdog to Boxing Influencer

18min

Navigating Brotherhood and Pursuing Excellence

5min

Boxing Dynamics: Motivation and Impact

18min

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Wosny Lambre to discuss NBA story lines through two weeks. They discuss the Heat’s impressive start, the Bulls’ defensive prowess, the Celtics’ struggles, the Hawks, questions surrounding the Nets, the Lakers’ roster, and more (2:22). Then Bill talks with Jake Paul about his and his brother’s meteoric rise across social media, his pivot to boxing, learning from mistakes, promoting fights, and much more (51:15).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Jake Paul and Wosny Lambre

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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