The Bill Simmons Podcast Everything We Learned This NBA Season, the Worst Owner Pyramid, and a Killer Hoops Weekend With Ryen Russillo
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Apr 1, 2024 
Ryen Russillo, a seasoned sports analyst and co-host at The Ringer, joins the conversation to unpack the NBA season's highlights. They discuss game dynamics, focusing on the Knicks' resilience and the Thunder's surprising competitiveness. Key players like Jaylen Brown and Victor Wembanyama are examined for their impact this season. Additionally, they rank the worst NBA owners from the last three decades and critique the Timberwolves' sale debacle, all while sprinkling in some March Madness insights to keep the excitement high.
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Wembanyama's Potential
- Victor Wembanyama could be the greatest center since Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
- His rookie stats are likely his worst; expect significant improvement.
Wembanyama's Dominance
- Wembanyama's teammates sometimes struggle to get him the ball effectively.
- He makes difficult shots look easy, like a "dad" playing Nerf ball with kids.
Wembanyama's Future
- Wembanyama’s career has two likely paths: all-time greatness or injury-riddled "what if?".
- His athleticism and coordination suggest injuries are not a foregone conclusion.