The Bill Simmons Podcast

Blazermania, the Snakebit Sixers, PGA Championship Notes With Joe House, Plus: Hannibal Buress

Aug 7, 2020
Hannibal Buress, the acclaimed comedian and actor known for his stand-up specials, dives into his latest project, 'Miami Nights', discussing its YouTube release and the creative process behind it. He shares hilarious anecdotes about the ups and downs of gambling, providing a candid look at his past glory days. The conversation also touches upon the NBA restart and how the environment has changed in sports and comedy, blending humor with thought-provoking observations on societal issues.
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ANECDOTE

Teen Wolf's College Recruitment

  • Bill Simmons and Joe House discuss who would have recruited Teen Wolf for college basketball in 1985.
  • They suggest coaches like Jerry Tarkanian, Denny Crum, and Jim Boeheim, highlighting Boeheim's reputation for rule-bending.
INSIGHT

Nuggets' Playoff Strategy

  • The Denver Nuggets may be avoiding the third seed to manipulate playoff matchups.
  • This suggests they prefer playing the Lakers in round two instead of facing the Clippers or Rockets earlier.
INSIGHT

Porter Jr.'s Impact

  • Michael Porter Jr.'s emergence as a scoring threat benefits the Nuggets' offense.
  • His shooting ability complements Jokic and Murray, adding a new dimension to their play.
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