The Bill Simmons Podcast

NBA Teammate GOATS and ‘Icons Club’ With Jackie MacMullan, Plus Juiciest NFL Story Lines With Danny Kelly

Mar 16, 2022

Jackie MacMullan, a veteran sports journalist, joins to discuss Kevin Garnett’s jersey retirement and the greatest NBA teammates ever. She dives into the evolving media presence of NBA players, contrasting it with that of their NFL counterparts. Then, Danny Kelly, an NFL writer for The Ringer, breaks down key offseason stories, including Tom Brady's return and the Broncos' strategic changes with Russell Wilson. They touch on the challenges and dynamics of team performance as playoffs approach, providing a fascinating look at both leagues.

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Episode guests

Danny Kelly

Jackie MacMullan

AI Chapters

Episode notes

Intro

4min

Legacy and Dynamics in the NBA

22min

Analyzing the 76ers' Strategy and Player Performance

2min

NBA Team Dynamics and Player Performance

18min

Solidarity Among Teammates: A Moment of Reflection and Action

2min

Legacy of Camaraderie and Leadership in Basketball

16min

Legends and Rivalries: The Dynamics of NBA Friendship

6min

NFL Player Transitions and Performance Analysis

10min

NFL Developments and Quarterback Dynamics

10min

10.

NFL Storylines and Practical Choices

2min

11.

NFL Contracts and Quarterback Dynamics

18min

12.

NFL Draft Dynamics and Quarterback Trends

4min

13.

Mock Drafts and Podcast Wrap-up with Key Announcements

3min

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Jackie MacMullan to discuss Kevin Garnett’s jersey retirement, the all-time best NBA teammates, NBA players’ media presence vs. that of other pro athletes, examining the new-look 76ers as the playoffs loom, Jackie’s new podcast ‘Icons Club,’ and more (2:29). Then Bill talks with Danny Kelly about the five biggest NFL offseason stories, including the Broncos reloading with Russell Wilson and Randy Gregory, Tom Brady unretiring and returning to the Buccaneers, the Colts giving up on Carson Wentz, and more (1:05:01).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Jackie MacMullan and Danny Kelly

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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