

NBA Sleeper Contenders w/ Joe House, plus Dave Grohl on the State of Music in 2020 | The Bill Simmons Podcast
Feb 12, 2020
Joining the conversation is Dave Grohl, the legendary lead singer of the Foo Fighters and former Nirvana drummer. He shares his thoughts on the vibrant punk rock scene from the 80s and how it shaped his musical identity. The discussion touches on the emotional rollercoaster of touring and band dynamics, as well as the lasting connections music creates between generations. On the basketball front, Joe House dives into the surprisingly resilient Raptors, the Rockets' small-ball strategy, and the Sixers' ongoing struggles, making for a compelling mix of sports and music insights.
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Title Contenders
- Vegas predicts three NBA title favorites: Bucks, Clippers, and Lakers.
- Bill Simmons questions Toronto's undervaluation despite their 15-game win streak.
Toronto's Resilience
- Bill Simmons and Joe House admire Toronto's resilience after losing Kawhi Leonard.
- They praise their championship mentality and ability to maintain high performance.
Raptors vs. Timberwolves
- Joe House watched the Raptors vs. Timberwolves game.
- He highlights Toronto's balanced scoring with Siakam, RHJ, Anunobi, Lowry, and VanVleet.