The Bill Simmons Podcast Best NBA Unicorns, Plus Sports Card Boom 3.0 With Kevin O’Connor and Mike Gioseffi
Jan 27, 2021
Kevin O’Connor, a sharp NBA analyst from The Ringer, joins Mike Gioseffi, co-host of the Sports Cards Nonsense podcast, to dive into the fascinating world of 'unicorns' in the NBA. They discuss iconic players like LeBron, Giannis, and Jokic, exploring their unique skill sets and impact on the game. The conversation then shifts to the booming sports card market, dissecting its rapid transformation and rising popularity fueled by the pandemic. They highlight how nostalgia and strategic collecting are reshaping the landscape for enthusiasts and investors alike.
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NBA Unicorns
- The NBA has many "unicorns," players with unique skillsets.
- Bill Simmons categorizes them into three types: replicable, probably unique, and definitely unique.
Barkley: A True Unicorn
- Bill Simmons recalls Charles Barkley's rookie season.
- Barkley's unique size, speed, and power made him a prototypical unicorn.
Harden's Replicability
- James Harden's unique skillset may be replicable.
- This is due to his analytical, three-point-focused playing style, potentially influencing future players.
