The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Curry-LeBron Legacy Battle, Ja’s Mega-leap, and Jabari Smith’s Lottery Rise With Seerat Sohi, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann

Jan 5, 2022

Join Seerat Sohi, a talented writer for The Ringer, as she dives into the legendary legacies of LeBron James and Steph Curry, discussing their rivalry and its impact on the NBA. Rob Mahoney shares insights on Ja Morant's rapid growth and the Memphis Grizzlies’ competitive edge this season. Finally, J. Kyle Mann showcases top NBA draft prospects, including the exciting Jabari Smith, analyzing what makes these young players stand out in the league. Expect a lively debate on history, team dynamics, and future stars!

01:58:09

Episode guests

J. Kyle Mann

Rob Mahoney

Seerat Sohi

AI Chapters

Episode notes

Intro

5min

Legacy Showdown: Curry vs. LeBron

12min

NBA Titans: Competing Legacies

21min

Shaping the Game: Players' Impact on Basketball

4min

The Legacy Battle: Curry vs. LeBron and NBA Future Projections

2min

Grizzlies' Rise and Team Dynamics

11min

Trade Strategies and Rising Stars

9min

Analyzing Player Performance and Longevity in Sports and Business

3min

NBA Player Dynamics and Team Strategies

15min

10.

Evaluating Buyout Candidates: Thad Young's Future in the NBA

2min

11.

Evaluating Team Strategies and Player Impact in the Current NBA Landscape

2min

12.

Navigating Team Dynamics and Identity in the NBA

3min

13.

Rising Stars: Jabari Smith's NBA Potential

17min

14.

Rookie Prospects and Their Potential

11min

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Seerat Sohi to discuss the legacies of LeBron James and Steph Curry, as well as Chris Paul and Kevin Durant, and waning expectations for this Lakers' season (3:18). Then Bill talks with Rob Mahoney about the Grizzlies' roster depth, Ja Morant's accelerated development, the second-place Suns, and more (41:05). Finally Bill is joined by J. Kyle Mann to discuss the top prospects for the 2022 NBA draft, including Jabari Smith at Auburn, Paolo Banchero at Duke, and Chet Holmgren at Gonzaga (1:22:46).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Seerat Sohi, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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