RIP Bill Walton. Plus, Minnesota Avoids a Sweep, a Towns Semi-Redemption, and Best Backcourts With J. Kyle Mann.
The Bill Simmons Podcast
The Secret of Basketball: It's Not About Basketball
The secret of basketball is not about the game itself but about the choices made within it. It's about resisting the forces that push for material acquisitions and physical gratification, focusing on what truly matters. Having the right coach or player can guide one towards this understanding, as seen in Kobe's journey with Phil Jackson. A great coach's impact transcends diagrams and plays, shaping lives over time. Many realize this truth too late, leading to missed opportunities, but those who grasp it, like Kobe, find true success.
00:00
Transcript
Play full episode
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
