The Bill Simmons Podcast A Full-Fledged Jokic-Gasm With Kevin O’Connor and J. Kyle Mann. Plus, Jake Tapper on Post-Trump TV Life.
May 5, 2021
Kevin O'Connor, an NBA writer at The Ringer, and J. Kyle Mann, a contributor known for his keen insights, explore Nikola Jokic's revolutionary MVP season and his unique role as a center and playmaker. They discuss positionless basketball and strategic challenges teams face when defending Jokic. Later, CNN anchor Jake Tapper reflects on navigating the political landscape post-Trump, moderating debates, and his new novel, tying in themes of misinformation and balance in modern media.
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Jokic's MVP Caliber Season
- Nikola Jokic's MVP season is special and historic.
- His dominance and all-around play justify a significant MVP trophy.
Positionless Basketball
- Jokic is blurring the lines of positional basketball with his unique playstyle.
- He leads the league in passes and demonstrates unprecedented volume and efficiency.
Big Men Influence
- Jokic and Embiid's dominance is influencing roster construction in the NBA.
- Teams recognize the need for big men to counter their impact, especially in playoff series.
