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The Bill Simmons Podcast
Biden Drops Out, a USA Hoops Six-Pack, and ‘Heat 2’ Ideas With Bryan Curtis, Tara Palmeri, Sean Fennessey, and Chris Ryan
Jul 21, 2024
Journalists Bryan Curtis and Tara Palmeri discuss President Joe Biden's decision to not run for reelection, the future of the Democratic Party, and potential candidate shifts. Bill Simmons also talks NBA observations and 'Heat 2' ideas with Sean Fennessey and Chris Ryan.
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- Biden's exit has implications for the Democratic party's future direction and potential new candidates.
- Team USA historical players show predictable hierarchy for success in Olympics with key contributors like LeBron, Curry, and Davis.
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Team USA Basketball - Essential Players
In Team USA's history in the Olympics, certain players have emerged as essential for the team's success. The indispensables usually include three main players and one pivotal bench player. Looking at historical games like the 2008 gold medal, 2012 gold medal, 2016 semifinal, and 2021 gold medal matches, a hierarchy of key players emerges, such as LeBron, KD, and Drew Holiday. This pattern helps predict the indispensable players for 2024, with LeBron, Curry, and Anthony Davis likely leading the team, supported by Tatum and possibly Drew Holiday.
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