The Bill Simmons Podcast LeBron’s Stumble, Highest NBA Contender Ceilings, and the Raiders/Rams Body Switch With Kevin O’Connor and Mallory Rubin | The Bill Simmons Podcast
Oct 16, 2019
Mallory Rubin, a contributor to The Ringer known for her sharp sports insights, joins Kevin O'Connor, an in-depth NBA analyst. They dive into LeBron's reaction to a politically charged comment and explore the top contenders for the upcoming NBA season. Rubin highlights her five most intriguing storylines, including the Raiders' surprising resilience and Russell Wilson's MVP-worthy performances. The conversation wraps up with a discussion on the season finale of 'Succession,' linking sports themes with pop culture narratives.
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LeBron's Response to Morey
- LeBron James criticized Daryl Morey's Hong Kong tweet.
- He later clarified his stance, causing confusion.
NBA Parity
- The NBA has significant parity this season.
- Many teams have a real shot at the finals, unlike previous years.
Clippers' Odds
- The Clippers are favorites, but their odds are similar to NFL favorites.
- This suggests a lack of a true dominant team.