The Bill Simmons Podcast Butler Saves Miami, Fantasy F.B. In Flux, The NFC Least & Quarter-Season MVP’s with The Cousin Sal
Oct 5, 2020
Jimmy Butler's heroics help the Heat snag a key win, sparking lively discussions on NBA Finals excitement. Shifting gears, the hosts humorously tackle fantasy football chaos amidst NFL unpredictability. They delve into the current struggles of teams like the Cowboys and Titans while speculating on MVP candidates. A lighthearted take on betting dynamics adds flair, punctuated by personal anecdotes that blend family life with sports. Whether it’s feuds or nostalgic wins, the hosts navigate through the amusing, chaotic world of football.
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Unexpected Bet
- Bill Simmons thought Cousin Sal bet on the Heat in game 3 of the NBA finals.
- Sal reveals he had the Lakers in parlays, expecting a sweep.
Butler's Big Game
- Jimmy Butler's performance in game 3 was reminiscent of LeBron James's solo efforts against the Warriors.
- Butler's 40-point game with no three-pointers was a dominant, old-school performance.
Almost Historically Bad Finals
- Bill Simmons had prepared to discuss the worst NBA finals ever if the Heat had lost game 3.
- He cites 2007, 1989, 1971, and 2018 as examples of historically bad finals.