The Zach Lowe Show Zach’s Mega-Playoff Preview! Reaction to Breaking News, Plus All the Action Out West With Bill Simmons, and Eastern Previews With Mo Dakhil.
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Apr 16, 2025 
Bill Simmons, the founder of The Ringer and a renowned sports media personality, joins the discussion alongside Mo Dakhil, a former video coordinator for the Clippers and Spurs. They dive into breaking news from New Orleans and Phoenix, dissect the upcoming Western play-in games, and break down pivotal matchups like Clippers vs. Nuggets and Wolves vs. Lakers. Mo then shifts the focus to the Eastern play-in games, offering insights on the Pistons vs. Knicks and the impending showdown between the Bucks and Pacers.
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Coach Firings
- Zach Lowe and Bill Simmons react to the breaking news of two NBA coach firings.
- Monty Williams' firing from the Phoenix Suns is discussed, highlighting the team's struggles and locker room issues.
Suns' Trade Disaster
- The Suns' acquisition of Bradley Beal is criticized as a disastrous trade.
- Trading Chris Paul and other assets for Beal is seen as a major setback for the Suns.
Suns' Salary Cap Strategy
- The Suns' justification for exceeding the salary cap is questioned.
- Their strategy of going all-in despite the second apron is now viewed as a mistake.