The Bill Simmons Podcast The Ayton-Oop, Round 3 Predictions, and NBA Lottery Reactions With Joe House, Kevin O’Connor, J. Kyle Mann, and Wosny Lambre
Jun 23, 2021
Joe House, a savvy sports analyst from The Ringer, teams up with Kevin O'Connor, J. Kyle Mann, and Wosny Lambre for a lively discussion packed with NBA insights. They dive into Deandre Ayton's game-winning alley-oop and analyze the intense playoff showdown between the Clippers and Suns. The group shares thoughts on the NBA draft lottery, potential trade scenarios, and player evaluations, while also offering predictions for upcoming playoff matchups. The camaraderie and expert commentary make for an entertaining listen!
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Clippers' 2006 Near Miss
- The Clippers' 2006 playoff series against the Suns was their closest finals appearance.
- They lost a crucial Game 4 in overtime after Raja Bell hit a game-tying three.
Western Conference Playoff Appeal
- Bill Simmons enjoys the Suns-Clippers series due to its strategic depth and variety of playstyles.
- Both teams can play fast or slow and utilize the midrange game, unlike many Eastern Conference teams.
Clippers' Scheduling Disadvantage
- Paul George played well against Utah, carrying a heavy load in the series.
- The Clippers were at a disadvantage having to play Game 1 against the Suns so soon after Game 7 against Utah.