The Bill Simmons Podcast Luka! Plus: The Bucks and Big Tech Craziness With Ben Thompson. Plus: Three Decades of Counting Crows With Adam Duritz.
May 26, 2021
Ben Thompson, a tech and business analyst known for his insights on Stratechery, discusses the Milwaukee Bucks' playoff journey, including their dominance over the Heat and thoughts on upcoming matchups. He examines the shifting landscape of big tech and the fallout from AT&T's merger. Adam Duritz, lead singer of Counting Crows, shares the band's rise to fame, the creative process behind their iconic songs, and struggles with maintaining artistic integrity over decades, all while promoting their new album.
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Luka's Dominance
- Bill Simmons recounts Luka Dončić's exceptional performance in the Mavericks' Game 2 win against the Clippers.
- He praises Dončić's basketball IQ and ability to dissect the opposing team's strategies.
Dončić vs. James
- Simmons compares Dončić's rapid development to LeBron James' early career.
- He highlights Dončić's ability to solve defensive schemes and make his teammates better.
Team Identity
- Simmons contrasts the Mavericks' clear team identity and roles with the Clippers' lack of cohesion.
- He criticizes the Clippers' coaching and roster construction.