The Bill Simmons Podcast

Brooklyn Steals New York, Kemba's Next Move, and July NBA Predictions With Marc Stein, Plus Michael K. Williams on Life After Omar | The Bill Simmons Podcast

Jun 25, 2019

Marc Stein, NBA writer for The New York Times, shares insights on the chaotic world of NBA free agency, speculating on star players' next moves while reflecting on the uncertain futures of teams like the Celtics and Knicks. Actor Michael K. Williams, known for his powerful role as Omar in 'The Wire,' discusses his new Netflix series 'When They See Us,' tackling themes of identity and representation in media. He also reflects on gentrification in Brooklyn, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in connecting personal and societal narratives.

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Episode guests

Michael K. Williams

Marc Stein

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Episode notes

Intro

3min

New York Basketball Dynamics: Nostalgia and Prospects

19min

Navigating NBA Free Agency and Draft Dynamics

3min

Navigating NBA Free Agency Uncertainty

5min

Navigating the NBA Offseason: Contracts and Cap Space

16min

Navigating NBA Player Dynamics

12min

Asterisks in Sports History and Farewell Reflections

3min

Reflections on Celtics Relationships

17min

Exploring Basketball Prospects and Meaningful Storytelling

10min

10.

Awakening Through Art and Activism

24min

11.

Reflections on Filming, Community Changes, and Cultural Identity

7min

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Marc Stein of The New York Times to discuss NBA free agency and how, outside of two guys, no one is really sure where these players will end up. They speculate about landing spots for Kawhi Leonard, Kemba Walker, Al Horford, D'Angelo Russell, Jimmy Butler, Kevin Durant, and more (2:25). Then Bill calls up his dad to say farewell to Kyrie Irving one last time and briefly discuss the Celtics' draft (1:00:00). Finally, Bill sits down with actor Michael K. Williams to discuss his new limited series on Netflix, 'When They See Us,' based on the true story of the Central Park Five; becoming one of HBO's most iconic characters, Omar Little; plus 'The Night Of,' 'Boardwalk Empire,' New York City gentrification, and much more (1:21:50).

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