The Bill Simmons Podcast The NBA’s Wacky West, Tales From Augusta, and the Baby Doll Chronicles | With Joe House, Cousin Sal, Nathan Hubbard, Dave Chang, and Baby Doll
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Apr 11, 2025 
This episode features Cousin Sal, a comedic sports personality, Joe House, a golf and food aficionado from The Ringer, and James "Baby Doll" Dixon, a celebrity manager with a flair for storytelling. They dive into the chaotic NBA playoff scene, spotlighting fun matchups and key player performances. The gang reminisces about shenanigans at the Masters, with hilarious prank stories from Sal and memorable moments involving Baby Doll. The discussions blend sports insights with colorful anecdotes, making for a lively and entertaining listen.
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Grizzlies' Defensive Woes
- The Memphis Grizzlies are struggling defensively, impacting their playoff chances.
- Their net rating has dropped significantly, making them vulnerable against any opponent.
Timberwolves' Dominant Third Quarter
- The Minnesota Timberwolves' win against the Grizzlies was a turning point in the third quarter.
- They scored 52 points, highlighting Memphis' defensive vulnerabilities under interim coach.
Potential Lakers-Warriors Matchup
- The Lakers are likely to secure the third seed, creating a potential first-round matchup against the Golden State Warriors.
- This historic matchup would be a highlight of the first round, generating significant interest.