The Bill Simmons Podcast NBA All-Star Arguments: The East With Zach Lowe
Jan 11, 2023
Zach Lowe, an ESPN analyst renowned for his NBA insights, joins the discussion to tackle the Eastern Conference All-Star selections. They dive into the challenges of selecting top players like Jason Tatum, considering positional eligibility and injuries. The conversation spans transformative moments in NBA history, strategies like the rise of three-point shooting, and the evolution of player dynamics. Lowe emphasizes the importance of individual stats, team roles, and the impact of player trades on All-Star potential, all wrapped in engaging banter.
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Difficulty of Eastern Conference All-Star Selection
- This year's Eastern Conference All-Star selection is exceptionally challenging.
- Many deserving players make choosing just five starters difficult.
Giannis's Durability and Performance
- Giannis Antetokounmpo displays LeBron-like durability throughout his career.
- He consistently earns first-team All-NBA honors and shows no signs of slowing down.
Simmons's Predictions and Celtics Bias
- Bill Simmons jokingly questions when his predictions will be taken seriously.
- Zach Lowe attributes skepticism to Simmons's Celtics fandom, suggesting bias against other teams.