The Bill Simmons Podcast A Bucks-Hawks Blahfest, CP3’s Legacy Run, NBA Announcer Slumps, Replay Fixes + Summer Trades w/ Bryan Curtis and Chris Mannix
Jul 2, 2021
Bryan Curtis, Editor at large of The Ringer, shares insights on Marv Albert's retirement and the impact of instant replay on NBA broadcasts. He highlights the evolving landscape of sports commentary and how it influences viewership. Chris Mannix, a Sports Illustrated reporter, discusses Chris Paul's legacy as he leads the Suns to the Finals and the challenges faced by teams like the Trail Blazers and the Celtics. They explore potential player trades and the narrative arcs surrounding the upcoming Finals, making for a compelling conversation on basketball's current state.
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Worst Conference Finals Game Ever?
- Bill Simmons analyzes past Conference Finals games using Basketball Reference.
- He searches for a game with fewer stars than the 2021 Bucks-Hawks game five.
Chris Paul's Legacy
- Chris Paul's late-career success is a shocking legacy shift, comparable to Tom Brady.
- Winning a title could place Paul among the top 20 NBA players of all time.
Marv Albert's Impact
- Marv Albert's broadcasting career coincided with the rise of the NBA's popularity.
- He showed genuine enthusiasm and knowledge for basketball, unlike other announcers.
