The Bill Simmons Podcast cover image

The Bill Simmons Podcast

KP’s Hurt, Dallas Is Alive, Lakers Misconceptions, the Caitlin Content Machine, and Big Fight Bill With Chris Mannix

Jun 12, 2024
Chris Mannix, a sports reporter for Sports Illustrated, joins to dissect Kristaps Porzingis's injury and its implications for the Mavericks. They delve into Jayson Tatum's needed adjustments, predict Game 3 outcomes, and discuss the Lakers' coaching rumors amidst financial complexities. The conversation also explores the dynamics of teamwork over star power in NBA success. Additionally, Mannix shares insights on the thrilling boxing landscape, hinting at upcoming fights and controversies that keep fans on their toes.
01:35:25

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • Exploit Luca Doncic's defensive weaknesses to tire him out and hinder his performance.
  • Boston Celtics must focus on improving shooting efficiency, especially from three-point range.

Deep dives

Defensive Adjustments Against Luka Doncic

The Celtics need to focus on defensive adjustments against Luka Doncic. In the first two games, he got tired in the second halves and struggled defensively. Boston should exploit his defensive weaknesses by attacking him more often and forcing him to expend energy on both ends of the floor.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode