The Bill Simmons Podcast Does GSW Need KD? Plus, No More 'Thrones,' Brooks Was Here, and Parent Corner With Cousin Sal | The Bill Simmons Podcast
May 20, 2019
The conversation kicks off with thrilling insights into the NBA playoffs, highlighting the dynamic performances of teams like the Bucks and Warriors. They dive into the recent trends of fantasy basketball and the role social media plays in shaping player perceptions. The hosts humorously tackle modern parenting challenges, while also exploring the surprising success of the Warriors without a star player. Finally, there's a light-hearted discussion on the finale of Game of Thrones, critiquing its character resolutions and unexpected twists.
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Football Nostalgia
- Bill Simmons' nephew Kyle watched the Patriots Super Bowl while waiting for the podcast.
- This got Simmons excited for football season.
NBA Sweep Bet
- Bill Simmons didn't think the NBA would let the conference finals have two sweeps.
- This insight arose after the Raptors won, preventing Simmons' sweep bet.
Bledsoe's Reliability
- Bill Simmons believes Eric Bledsoe is unreliable in crucial games.
- Simmons thinks the Bucks struggle to find a playmaker when it counts.