The Bill Simmons Podcast

Celts-Bucks Lessons, L.A.'s Looming Playoff Palooza, and Best ‘WrestleMania 39’ Story Lines With Rob Mahoney, David Shoemaker, and Kazeem Famuyide

Mar 31, 2023

Rob Mahoney, a writer for The Ringer, dives into the Celtics' recent sweeping victory over the Bucks, discussing player dynamics and the MVP race. Meanwhile, David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide bring the excitement of WrestleMania 39 to life, analyzing key matches like Omos vs. Brock Lesnar and Logan Paul's surprising wrestling journey. The trio also explores evolving playoff narratives in both the NBA and WWE, highlighting the thrill of rivalries and the intense competition expected as the playoffs approach.

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Episode guests

Kazeem Famuyide

David Shoemaker

Rob Mahoney

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Episode notes

Intro

4min

Clutch Matchup: Celtics vs. Bucks Analysis

17min

Exploring the Evolving NBA Playoff Landscape

5min

Navigating NBA Playoff Dynamics

17min

Timberwolves' Resilience and Playoff Prospects

9min

Anticipating Epic Matchups in NBA Playoffs and WrestleMania Drama

3min

WrestleMania Rivalries: The Stakes of Championship Reigns

2min

Navigating WWE's Leadership and Public Relations Strategies

2min

The Evolution of WrestleMania

12min

10.

Wrestling Legacies and Storylines

7min

11.

The Importance of Surprise and Character Evolution in Wrestling

3min

12.

Wrestling Names and Gimmicks: From Walter to Gunther and Beyond

2min

13.

WrestleMania Anticipation and Crossovers

15min

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss the Celtics' blowout win over the Bucks and a deadlocked MVP race (1:16). They then discuss the newfound strength of the Western Conference, where the 76ers rank among playoff contenders, exciting Western playoff matchups, and more (21:54). Later, Bill talks with David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide about ‘WrestleMania 39,’ the spectacle of Omos vs. Brock Lesnar, Logan Paul's surprising assimilation into the WWE, best WrestleMania matches, and more (50:35).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Rob Mahoney, David Shoemaker, and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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