The Bill Simmons Podcast USA-France, Disappearing Dame, Ben Simmons, the Knicks, and Fantasy FB Sleepers With Wosny Lambre, Joe House, and Craig Horlbeck
Aug 6, 2021
Joined by Joe House, a seasoned sports commentator, and Wosny Lambre, a basketball expert from The Ringer, the trio dives deep into Team USA's basketball performance and the quirks of international rules versus American play. They also dissect the complex situation surrounding Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers, exploring potential trades. Meanwhile, Craig Horlbeck offers up intriguing fantasy football sleeper picks, promising to spice up your upcoming season. Expect laughs, insights, and lively discussions on the future of your favorite teams!
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Poor Olympic Basketball Coverage
- Peacock's coverage of Olympic basketball has been subpar, with replays difficult to access.
- Fans are frustrated with the staggered scheduling and lack of readily available replays.
Lillard's Olympic Struggles
- Damian Lillard's performance has been underwhelming, raising questions about his superstar status.
- Bill Simmons observes that Lillard's struggles might be due to international rules and playing off-ball.
Pressuring Opponents
- Wosny Lambre draws a parallel between Team USA's strategy and his high school basketball team's approach to out-of-conference games.
- Both teams pressed smaller, less athletic opponents to leverage their athletic advantage.