The Bill Simmons Podcast

The NBA Center Revolution, March Madness Picks, and the WWE’s Gambling Idea With Kevin O’Connor, Tate Frazier, and Brian Gewirtz

Mar 15, 2023

Kevin O’Connor, an NBA analyst from The Ringer, shares insights on the Nuggets' struggles and the evolving role of centers in basketball. Tate Frazier, a March Madness expert, dives into betting strategies and compelling tournament narratives. Finally, Brian Gewirtz, former WWE head writer, discusses the intriguing prospect of gambling on wrestling, the challenges of secrecy in storylines, and shares wild tales from his past in the WWE. It's an engaging mix of sports insights and behind-the-scenes storytelling!

01:58:22

Episode guests

Brian Gewirtz

Tate Frazier

Kevin O’Connor

AI Chapters

Episode notes

Intro

4min

Navigating the Western Conference Race

9min

The Evolution of NBA Centers

16min

The Resurgence of the Big Man

5min

Evaluating Basketball Prospects: Miller vs. Henderson

3min

Playoff Anticipations and Family Frustrations in NBA Discussions

4min

March Madness and the Future of College Basketball

11min

March Madness Betting Insights on Kansas Jayhawks

2min

March Madness Insights and Predictions

11min

10.

Analyzing NBA Draft Prospects and Their Impact

2min

11.

March Madness Insights and Predictions

10min

12.

Zoom Realities, Birthday Celebrations, and Therapeutic Journeys

4min

13.

Betting on WWE: Navigating a New Frontier

15min

14.

WWE Leadership and Storytelling Dynamics

21min

15.

The Unpredictable Path to Wrestling Stardom

2min

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin O'Connor to discuss the Nuggets' struggles, who can win the West, the return of the NBA center position, NBA draft prospects, and more (1:44). Then, Bill talks with Tate Frazier about his five favorite March Madness bets, tournament narratives, best characters, and more (37:16). Finally, Bill is joined by former head writer of WWE Brian Gewirtz to discuss the idea of gambling on pro wrestling; keeping secrets within the company; the insanity of the "Hardcore Era"; theories behind Vince McMahon's return; Brian's new book, 'There's Just One Problem ... : True Tales From the Former, One-Time, 7th Most Powerful Person in WWE'; and more (1:13:09).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Kevin O’Connor, Tate Frazier, and Brian Gewirtz

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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