The Bill Simmons Podcast A Full-Fledged Luka-Gasm with Marc Stein. Plus: Chadwick Boseman on 'Black Panther' and the Sports Movie Hall of Fame | The Bill Simmons Podcast
Nov 20, 2019
Marc Stein, a veteran NBA writer for The New York Times, joins the conversation to dive into Luka Doncic’s impressive game and its parallels to Larry Bird. They analyze the rising talents in the NBA, including Kemba Walker and Ja Morant, as well as the title defense of the Raptors. Chadwick Boseman, acclaimed for his role in Black Panther, shares insights on the intersection of sports and cinema, discussing the challenges of portraying athletes and the passion behind iconic sports movies like '42' and 'Draft Day'.
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Luka's Undervaluation
- Luka Doncic is the best 20-year-old NBA player ever, showcasing a unique blend of Larry Bird and LeBron James.
- Despite this, media attention focuses on less significant stories like load management or Carmelo Anthony's return.
Luka's Historic Stats
- Luka Doncic's statistical performance this season is historically significant, comparable to only a few all-time greats.
- His stats exceed any LeBron season and rival prime Oscar Robertson, despite being only 20 years old.
Luka's Three-Point Audacity
- Luka Doncic possesses a "Steph-like audacity" from three-point range, unfazed by misses and confident in his shot selection.
- This confidence, combined with his improved three-point shooting, adds another dimension to his already impressive game.