Podcast appearances and mentions of Bill Simmons

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Kelly to re-draft the top NFL rookies after Week 2 (1:45), before Bill makes his Million Dollar Picks for NFL Week 3 (30:51). Then Bill talks with Van Lathan about the top five college football coaches he thinks should be watching out for Deion Sanders taking their job (40:57). Finally, Bill talks with Howard Beck about joining The Ringer, the story lines dominating the upcoming NBA season, stories from Beck's time covering Kobe Bryant and the Lakers, and more (1:20:00). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Danny Kelly, Van Lathan, and Howard Beck Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tua praising his offensive line 2) Austin Rivers telling Bill Simmons he'd do anything to be on Miami Heat 3) UFC announcing Jiří Procházka and Alex Pereira as UFC 295 co-main event (Jones vs Stipe) and Leon Edwards vs Colby Covington for UFC 2964) The Pinks winning without Messi

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by NBA veteran Austin Rivers to discuss hunting for a new contract, modern NBA player movement, whether AAU is the best developmental tool for young players, playing with Anthony Edwards, and more (2:11). Then, Bill talks with The Ringer's Steven Ruiz about his weekly NFL QB rankings (1:00:42), before he is joined by Chris Ryan to discuss HBO's 'Winning Time' being canceled after only two seasons, things they liked and didn't like about the show, what it means for modern sports TV shows, and more (1:30:43). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Austin Rivers, Steven Ruiz, and Chris Ryan Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wrapping up the Bill Simmons and Ryen Russillo Over Under predictions and giving our own over under picks for this upcoming NBA season. The teams covered in this episode are the Miami Heat to the Washington Wizards in alphabetical order. The live on air reaction to the Sixers signing Kelly Oubre happens at 1:10:55. Enjoy. Use the promo code “SLOP” or click the link below to get a $100 dollar deposit match bonus when you sign up for Underdog Fantasy today! https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-you-know-ball Watch NBA games with us on playback: https://www.playback.tv/youknowball More YKB Content: https://linktr.ee/YouKnowBall

The Ringer's Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Van Lathan would rather be feared than loved after rewatching Robert De Niro's directorial debut film, ‘A Bronx Tale,' starring Chazz Palminteri, De Niro, and Lillo Brancato Jr. Producer: Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss another uninspiring Patriots loss to the scary Dolphins, and where they rank among the 0-2 teams (1:39), before running through other Week 2 notes, including: Cowboys-Jets, and Micah Parsons's DPOY candidacy, Lamar Jackson's game-winning performance vs. the Bengals, Chargers-Titans, Lions-Seahawks, Jaguars-Chiefs, shaky 2-0 teams, and more (18:02). Finally, they guess the lines for NFL Week 3 (1:03:35) before closing the show with Parent Corner (1:26:37). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons quickly reacts to Eagles-Vikings before making his Million-Dollar Picks for NFL Week 2 (2:38). Then, Bill is joined by The Ringer's editor-at-large, Bryan Curtis, to discuss good feelings surrounding the Dallas Cowboys, media notes from Week 1, and more (22:13). Finally, Bill talks with distressed Red Sox fan Kevin Hench after the news of GM Chaim Bloom being fired (1:07:58). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Bryan Curtis and Kevin Hench Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An annual tradition! We predicted Bill Simmons and Ryen Russillo's over / under picks for the upcoming 2023 - 2024 NBA season. This section also includes our over / under picks for the first half of NBA teams (Atlanta - Memphis). Part two with the second half of NBA teams (Miami - Washington) is coming early next week. Enjoy. Use the promo code “SLOP” or click the link below to get a $100 dollar deposit match bonus when you sign up for Underdog Fantasy today! https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-you-know-ball Watch NBA games with us on playback: https://www.playback.tv/youknowball More YKB Content: https://linktr.ee/YouKnowBall

In the 11 a.m. hour of the K&C Masterpiece, the fellas chat with DallasCowboys.com columnist Mickey Spagnola, ask if Cade McNamara and Bill Simmons deserve forgiveness Friday, and dip into some Gridiron Gravy

We are drafting again! Sean, Amanda, and Chris Ryan are joined by Bill Simmons and Van Lathan for a draft of the best Denzel Washington movies. Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Guests: Chris Ryan, Bill Simmons, and Van Lathan Senior Producer: Bobby Wagner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan are doing the time, the time isn't doing them. In the ultimate “One for Them,” the guys rewatch Micahel Mann's 2015 film ‘Blackhat,' starring Chris Hemsworth, Tang Wei, and Viola Davis. Producer: Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Sean Fennessey to discuss Aaron Rodgers's season-ending injury a mere four snaps into the Jets season, the Jets' inexplicable win in their game against the Bills, what the Jets will do now, and more (1:47). Then Bill talks with Ben Solak about the new landscape in the AFC East after NFL Week 1, including the Dolphins as the new favorites, the Bills' rocky Week 1, the Jets' fast drop, and the sleeper Patriots (33:00). Finally, Bill is joined by the CEO of WWE, Nick Khan, to discuss WWE and UFC's official merger into the TKO Group, the state of boxing, what is next for ESPN, possible mega media mergers, and more (1:08:42). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Sean Fennessey, Benjamin Solak, and Nick Khan Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the Cowboys' 40-point shutout victory over the Giants, the Eagles' narrow victory over the Patriots, the Chargers-Dolphins shootout, Titans-Saints, Broncos-Raiders, and more (2:21), before they guess the lines for NFL Week 2 (49:41). Finally, they close the show with Parent Corner with special guest Jimmy Kimmel (1:07:00). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Cousin Sal and Jimmy Kimmel Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons shares some postgame thoughts about the Lions' season-opening win over the Chiefs (3:02) before making his Million-Dollar Picks for Week 1 (14:32). Then, Bill is joined by Ariel Helwani to discuss Team Canada's FIBA run, UFC 293 story lines, and a disagreement on the Buffalo Bills (24:10). Then, Bill talks with business and tech analyst Ben Thompson about Disney vs. Spectrum, what it says for the future of cable, and more (57:04). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Ariel Helwani and Ben Thompson Producer: Kyle Crichton   The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons has the Steelers finishing the season as the 1 seed in the AFC. Are too many people getting on the bandwagon right now?  KDKA TV legend Bob Pompeani joined the show. Bob has the Steelers winning 10 games and losing in the divisional playoff round. Bob thinks we see a clear step up from the offense this year. Bob also gave a rundown of what the coverage on KDKA TV will look like on Sunday.   Calls. Has Poni gone too far thinking the Steelers can get to the Super Bowl? Chris went through the 7 losses he sees coming for this team. 

Kay Adams hosted the latest episode of 'Up & Adams' on FanDuel TV and YouTube! On today's episode, Kay reacts to the latest injury news for Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, as well as the drama with the Las Vegas Raiders. Then, 4-time Super Bowl Champion tight end Rob Gronkowski returns to share what it's like playing in the season-opening game, whether he thinks Travis Kelce plays on Thursday, and he previews a pair of week one matchups. Next, they reveal their latest predictions for the 2023 NFL season, and Gronk answers questions from listeners on YouTube. Finally, Bill Simmons, founder & CEO of The Ringer, shares how he's betting on the Detroit Lions-Kansas City Chiefs matchup and his prediction for the New England Patriots 2023 season. 

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss the FIBA World Cup, including Anthony Edwards becoming the cornerstone for Team USA, America's struggle with centers in international play, the exciting Team Canada, and more (1:53). Then, Bill talks with Peter Schrager of Fox Sports and NFL Network about Detroit Lions hype, Aaron Rodgers anticipation, and more sleeper teams (29:32), before running through their NFL playoff predictions (54:54). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Rob Mahoney and Peter Schrager Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Amanda Dobbins head down to the hotel bar at the Park Hyatt in Tokyo to rewatch Sofia Coppola's ‘Lost In Translation,' starring Bill Murray, Scarlett Johannson, and Giovanni Ribisi. Producer: Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Part 2 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal for their 17th year of Guess the Lines (1:37) before they run through some of their favorite NFL futures bets (49:28). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What Damian's Been Watching (Go back and fourth): Dark, Reservation Dogs, D&D: Honor Among Thieves, Beau Is Afraid (Synodose, ny, How To With John Wilson, High Tension, some of The History Of Seattle Mariners What Damian's Been Listening To: Blowback (Podcast) What Damian's Been Reading: Foe by Ian Reid (2018) 8/10, Seed by Ania Ahlborn (2012) 6/10, Dead Inside by Chandler Morrison (2021) 7/10 **Extreme Gore**, Lapvona and Eileen by Ottessa Moshfegh (author of My Year Of Rest And Relaxation), Frankenstein What Derick's Been Watching: TMNT: Mutant Mayhem, Gran Turismo, Talk to Me, Last Voyage of the Demeter, John Wick 4 What Andy's Been Watching/Reading/Playing/Doing: watching: lasso, beef, sweettooth; easy watching in the evenings mostly. Reading:sleeping giants lessons in chemistry, the nix, station eleven. Playing: STS lol What Dion's Been Watching/Reading/Playing/Doing: I ain't watch shiiiiitttt… sike, watched some Twisted Metal, Sex in the City, IASIP. Mostly played games tho. Atomic Heart, Armored Core 6, Baulder's Gate 3. Bill Simmons has recently gotten back from hiatus. Fantasy football podcasts. In 3 leagues, whelp. Been training on boss shit tho so wouldn't have normal podc listening time anyway.

In Part 1 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to run through the expected win totals of every NFC team and make their over/under picks. NFC East (3:40) NFC North (22:07) NFC South (31:01) NFC West (44:28) Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to run through the expected win totals of every AFC team and make their over/under picks, before they close the show with Parent Corner. AFC East (3:48) AFC North (23:35) AFC South (39:20) AFC West (50:06) Parent Corner (1:03:06) Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Heifetz, Craig Horlbeck, and Danny Kelly of 'The Ringer Fantasy Football Show' for the "My Guy" Fantasy Football Draft, where they identify NFL players who fit unique categories on draft day (2:24). Then, Bill talks with Garrett Bush of the 'Ultimate Cleveland Sports Show' about the Browns, Cleveland's relationship with Pittsburgh, Browns fans' affinity for Baker Mayfield, Cavaliers predictions, and more (1:16:42). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Danny Heifetz, Craig Horlbeck, Danny Kelly, and Garrett Bush Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan and Bill's dad revisit the 2014 action-thriller ‘The Equalizer,' starring Denzel Washington, Marton Csokas, and Chloë Grace Moretz. Hosts: Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Bill's dad Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Jesse Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons quickly hits on some sports stories, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's FIBA presence, and Mookie Betts's MVP case (1:16) before he is joined by Michael Lombardi to discuss the 49ers trading Trey Lance to the Cowboys, and just how big of a "what-if" trading up for Lance was for the Niners in the first place (7:44). Then, they discuss long shot NFL playoff teams (32:09), before talking about Michael's new book, 'Football Done Right: Setting the Record Straight on the Coaches, Players, and History of the NFL,' available September 5th (1:15:39). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Michael Lombardi Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Charles Barkley to discuss Nikola Jokic, USA falling behind in basketball player development, international basketball, a look at the West next season, Charles's favorite NFL story lines, and more (1:37). Then Bill talks with Mallory Rubin and Juliet Litman about the new Netflix film, 'You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah' (1:15:08), before hearing Juliet's list of major Jewish pop culture moments (1:34:21). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Charles Barkley, Mallory Rubin, and Juliet Litman Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris joined us to discuss his podcasts, TV and movies, working with Bill Simmons, sports documentaries, Ben Simmons' career, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by NBC's Matthew Berry to discuss the top 10 "make-or-break" fantasy football players for the 2023-24 NFL season (2:09). Then, Bill talks with Malcolm Gladwell about his podcast series, 'Revisionist History' (1:01:15), before discussing several ways Malcolm proposes to completely overhaul youth sports in America (1:16:58). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Matthew Berry and Malcolm Gladwell Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Minnesota Vikings scoops on T.J. Hockenson on contract status and more; Plus Minnesota Twins scoops on Alex Kirilloff, Joe Ryan and more; Timberwolves scoops from Bill Simmons throwing Dame Lillard gasoline on the fire and more from Doogie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons, Juliet Litman, and Amanda Dobbins take a ride to the Upper East Side in their 1956 Jaguar Roadster to rewatch the 1999 thriller ‘Cruel Intentions,' starring Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ryan Phillippe, Reese Witherspoon, and Selma Blair. Producer: Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

'The BS Pod' is back! The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by David Jacoby and Kevin Wildes to discuss Team USA's comeback victory over Germany (4:02), Anthony Edwards's moment, James Harden's future (44:28), the perplexing AFC East (1:06:09), half-baked ideas (0:00), and much more (1:23:13)! Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Kevin Wildes and David Jacoby Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The full crew is back going through a really fun exercise c/o Bill Simmons podcast, the expansion draft. The guys go through the current NBA rosters and go through their own version of the expansion draft for two teams in Seattle and Las Vegas! How will Peter and Raj fare against one another drafting players to brand new teams? ----more---- Instagram @HoopsCornerPod Twitter @HoopsCornerPod TikTok @HoopsCornerPod YouTube HoopsCornerPod

The Ringer's Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Mallory Rubin form an unnamed secret society to rewatch the 1999 psychological drama Eyes Wide Shut, starring Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman, and directed by Stanley Kubrick. Producer: Craig Horlbeck Music: Evan Campbell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reacting to the amazing, hilarious and insane Simmons and Russillo NBA expansion draft podcast. Enjoy. To hear this entire 2+ hour long episode please subscribe to the YKB Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/YouKnowBall Use the promo code “SLOP” or click the link below to get a $100 dollar deposit match bonus when you sign up for Underdog Fantasy today! https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-you-know-ball Watch NBA games with us on playback: https://www.playback.tv/youknowball More YKB Content: https://linktr.ee/YouKnowBall

The Ringer's Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan pack up the station wagon and head to Walley World to rewatch Harold Ramis's 1983 classic ‘National Lampoon's Vacation,' starring Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, and Anthony Michael Hall. Producer: Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Part 2 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo for an NBA expansion team draft. With two new franchises likely coming in the next few years, the guys determine which players the current teams would protect and then each draft for the two new franchises. Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producer: Isaiah Blakely and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Part 1 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons opens with a 6-pack of topics including the US women's soccer team going out of the World Cup in the round of 16 and more (4:30). Next, he chats with Gabe York, one of the stars of the new documentary “Destination NBA: A G-League Odyssey” (45:15) before closing it out chatting with his daughter Zoe Simmons about the 20-year anniversary of “The OC” (1:04:07). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Gabe York and Zoe Simmons Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live from the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles, The Ringer's Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey are in the business of saving lives. They revisit one of the first movies they covered on 'The Rewatchables,' nearly 300 episodes ago, Rob Reiner's ‘A Few Good Men,' starring Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson, and Demi Moore. Written by Aaron Sorkin. Producer: Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan revisit the 1997 mystery-drama ‘The Devil's Advocate' starring Al Pacino, Keanu Reeves, and Charlize Theron. Hosts: Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Sean Fennessey and The New York Times's Wesley Morris are out of order in their revisit of the 1979 mystery-drama 'And Justice For All' starring Al Pacino, Jack Warden, and John Forsythe. Hosts: Bill Simmons, Sean Fennessey, and Wesley Morris Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Wesley Morris look to answer the question of "What is a yute?" by revisiting the 1992 comedy ‘My Cousin Vinny,' starring Joe Pesci, Marisa Tomei, Ralph Macchio, and Fred Gwynne. Producer: Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Chuck Klosterman to discuss a range of topics, including Damian Lillard, Jimmy Butler, TV, music, documentaries, conspiracies, ghosts, memory loss, and much more! Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Chuck Klosterman Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by ESPN's Stephen A. Smith to discuss balancing the workload during the NBA season, Stephen's departure from ESPN in 2009, 'First Take,' the parameters of athlete criticism, Damian Lillard's quest to play in Miami, the state of the Knicks, and much more! Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Stephen A. Smith Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"All rise!" as The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Wesley Morris revisit the 1996 legal drama 'A Time to Kill,' starring Matthew McConaughey, Samuel L. Jackson, and Sandra Bullock. Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss a turbulent weekend for Victor Wembenyama in his NBA Summer League debut, why Scoot Henderson is definitely the real deal, Portland's Damian Lillard conundrum, Jabari Smith Jr.'s encouraging performances, Chet Holmgren's return, Gregg Popovich's five-year extension, in-season NBA tournament thoughts, Bill's report from UFC 290 in Las Vegas, and more! Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill SImmons shares some NBA thoughts, including the only realistic way Damian Lillard can be traded to the Heat, teams that are "on the clock" with their superstars, the Celtics parting ways with their defensive anchors, who is truly the greatest Trail Blazer of all time, and more (1:19). Next, Bill talks with Chris Ryan about how the James Harden situation will be resolved, new 76ers coach Nick Nurse, a competitive Eastern Conference, NBA in-season tournament takes, and more (28:34). Then, Bill is joined by Wesley Morris of the New York Times to discuss HBO's 'The Idol', why the show flopped, 'The Weekend', and more (54:23). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Chris Ryan and Wesley Morris Producers: Kyle Crichton and Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Part 1 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss Damian Lillard's trade request, why they think the Trail Blazers should wait on trading Lillard, another James Harden trade request, the 76ers' future, fake trades for both Harden and Lillard, guessing the 2023-24 tank teams, and more. Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Part 2 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined again by Ryen Russillo to break down the early stages of NBA free agency, including which teams made positive moves and which teams left them confused, such as the Lakers, Rockets, Bucks, and more (0:53). Then, they close it out with their thoughts on Jeff Van Gundy, Jalen Rose, and the ESPN layoffs (1:11:40). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices