The Bill Simmons Podcast Boston Gets Revenge, Draymond Chants, and Utah Trades With Kevin O’Connor. Plus, a ‘Stranger Things’ Review From Zoe Simmons.
Jun 9, 2022
Kevin O'Connor, an NBA analyst at The Ringer, shares insights on the Celtics' dramatic Game 3 victory, dissecting Jaylen Brown's influence and the crowd's impact on Draymond Green. They also discuss intriguing trade rumors, including the Bulls' interest in Rudy Gobert. Meanwhile, Zoe Simmons, Bill's daughter, offers a fresh take on 'Stranger Things' Season 4, exploring its darker themes and character transformations. This lively conversation mixes sports analysis with pop culture insights, making for an entertaining listen.
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Celtics Playoff Run
- Bill Simmons describes the Celtics playoff run as an "S&M relationship".
- They are unpredictable, going from dominant to flawed, making fans feel tortured.
Rebounding Dominance
- Despite Curry and Thompson's 11 threes, the Celtics' rebounding dominance was key.
- They grabbed 47 rebounds to the Warriors' 31, including 15 offensive boards.
Celtics Inexperience
- The Celtics' playoff inexperience shows in their inconsistent play and lack of savviness.
- Their frequent mistakes and missed opportunities suggest a need for more high-pressure games.