The Bill Simmons Podcast NBA Over/Unders, Part 1: The West With Zach Lowe and Joe House
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Oct 15, 2025 
Zach Lowe, a veteran NBA analyst for The Ringer known for his insightful breakdowns, teams up with Joe House, a senior writer and podcaster, to discuss the Western Conference's win totals. They dive deep into the Oklahoma City Thunder's chances of repeating and debate the Denver Nuggets' offseason improvements. The duo also analyzes the Minnesota Timberwolves' market undervaluation, the potential of the San Antonio Spurs with Wembanyama, and concerns around the Memphis Grizzlies' injuries. Their banter captures the excitement and unpredictability of the upcoming season!
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Thunder Are Legitimate Title Favorites
- The Oklahoma City Thunder enter the season as clear favorites with elite defense and depth.
- Zach Lowe and Bill Simmons argue OKC can sustain a mid-to-high 60s win total if healthy.
Timberwolves Undervalued By Market
- Minnesota's late-season surge and core continuity justify a higher win projection than sportsbooks give.
- The panel highlights Anthony Edwards and Gobert as drivers of a top-5 West team.
Blazers: Defense Strong, Offense Lacking
- Portland projects to be a strong defensive team but will struggle offensively due to shooting gaps.
- The hosts expect their win total to fall short because the West is deeper than their scoring allows.