The Bill Simmons Podcast A Lakers Revival, KD vs. Kawhi, GSW-Kings Bliss, and An NBA Weekend Recap With Ryen Russillo
Apr 17, 2023
Ryen Russillo, a seasoned sports analyst from The Ringer, joins to share his take on the thrill of the NBA playoffs. They dive into the surprising performance of the 'Zombie Heat' in Milwaukee and Russell Westbrook's impact in the Clippers' win. The discussion shifts to the Lakers' resurgence, featuring player highlights like Anthony Davis and LeBron James. Russillo also analyzes the Warriors-Kings showdown and the psychological matchups between stars Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant, revealing the unpredictable nature of this playoff season.
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Suns' Continuity Issues
- The Suns' lack of continuity was evident in their Game 1 loss to the Clippers.
- KD seemed to have "new guy energy," standing around and not being as involved as expected.
Westbrook's Impact
- Russell Westbrook's impactful performance in Game 1 was a surprise.
- He showed hustle, impacting the game with rebounds, steals, and energy, reminiscent of his UCLA days.
Pelinka's Redemption?
- Rob Pelinka's moves to build a better team around LeBron James and Anthony Davis seem to be paying off.
- The Lakers' success raises the question of whether Pelinka deserves an apology.