The Bill Simmons Podcast KD's Out, Kyrie's Leaving, and Jeselnik Is Still Funny—With Bill's Dad, Sean Grande, and Anthony Jeselnik | The Bill Simmons Podcast
May 9, 2019
Joining the discussion are Bill's Dad, who shares heartfelt insights on the Celtics' rocky season, and Sean Grande, the seasoned Celtics announcer, analyzing what went wrong for the team. Comedian Anthony Jeselnik brings his signature dark humor to the table, discussing edgy jokes, his new Netflix special, and the overlap of sports and comedy. They navigate the complexities of player dynamics and explore the fine line between humor and criticism in the world of sports, offering both laughs and valuable perspectives.
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Rockets' Missed Opportunity
- Bill Simmons and his dad discuss the Rockets' missed opportunity in game five against the Warriors.
- Despite Durant's injury, Harden deferred to Chris Paul, a decision they found puzzling.
All-Time Point Guards
- Bill Simmons asks his dad to rank Chris Paul among all-time point guards.
- His dad's favorite is Walt Frazier, praising his charisma, style, game, and clutch performances.
A Longtime Fan's Disappointment
- Bill Simmons' dad recounts getting Celtics season tickets after their 1973 series loss to the Knicks.
- This year marks one of the worst Celtics seasons he remembers in 46 years.