The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by ESPN's Brian Windhorst to discuss the most intriguing NBA playoff storylines, including: "Is this it for the Warriors?", "What's next for the Tatum-Brown duo?", "Are the 76ers coming to a fork in the road?", "What happens if the Hawks get swept in Round 1?", and more (6:19). Then Bill talks with his dad about the state of Boston sports, including a historic Bruins team, Red Sox turmoil, the playoff-bound Celtics, and more (1:08:46). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Brian Windhorst and Bill's Dad Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin O’Connor to discuss how the Lakers survived the Timberwolves in the play-in tournament, a look ahead to Lakers-Grizzlies, a disappointing Heat loss to the Hawks, NBA Round 2 dream matchups and more (1:33), before talking with The NYT’s Wesley Morris about why everyone loves the film ‘Air,’ revisiting Ben Affleck’s Hollywood legacy, HBO’s ‘Succession,’ and more (49:00). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Kevin O’Connor and Wesley Morris 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 the Timberwolves sending Rudy Gobert home mid-game after he punched teammate Kyle Anderson, as well as the Lakers' updated playoff path (4:13). Then, they discuss the Mavericks punting on the 2023 playoffs and how this season affects Luka's legacy (24:45). They also talk finalized NBA standings, play-in games, and most fun first-round series (48:39) before debating some last-minute NBA awards and making All-NBA arguments before the ballots are due (1:14:14). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Joe House discuss whether there's more pressure on the Suns after the KD trade with Mikal Bridges thriving. Plus, is the load management era devaluing the MVP award? Should the West actually be afraid of the Lakers? How did two of the league’s biggest assets turn into two of the season’s biggest disappointments? And more (2:57)! Then, Bill and House are joined by Dave Chang and Nathan Hubbard to recap their time at Augusta National for Day 1 of the Masters Tournament. They also discuss Tiger Woods's visible pain, Brooks Koepka's hot start, players with a realistic shot at winning the Masters, updated odds, and more (41:02). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Joe House, Dave Chang, and Nathan Hubbard Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons sits down with Dave Chang, Joe House, and Nathan Hubbard in Augusta, Georgia, to discuss returning to Augusta National Golf Course, the biggest Masters Tournament story lines, food debates, favorite Masters bets, and more (2:07). Then Bill is joined by singer-songwriter Jason Isbell to discuss the new HBO Music Box documentary, ‘Jason Isbell: Running With Our Eyes Closed’—premiering April 7 (51:26). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Jason Isbell, Dave Chang, Joe House, and Nathan Hubbard 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 the Bucks' decisive win over the 76ers, the Warriors coming up short vs. a Nuggets team without Nikola Jokic, the Mavericks playing themselves out of the playoffs, and the updated NBA playoff picture (3:13), before discussing the upcoming shift to positionless All-NBA teams and 2022-23 All-NBA arguments (33:19). Finally Bill and Ryen are joined by Van Lathan to discuss LSU beating Iowa in the NCAAW championship game, Caitlin Clark’s impact on women’s basketball, the strangest NBA story lines leading up to the playoffs, and more (1:06:42)! Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Ryen Russillo and Van Lathan Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss the Celtics' blowout win over the Bucks and a deadlocked MVP race (1:16). They then discuss the newfound strength of the Western Conference, where the 76ers rank among playoff contenders, exciting Western playoff matchups, and more (21:54). Later, Bill talks with David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide about ‘WrestleMania 39,’ the spectacle of Omos vs. Brock Lesnar, Logan Paul's surprising assimilation into the WWE, best WrestleMania matches, and more (50:35). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Rob Mahoney, David Shoemaker, and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Mallory Rubin to discuss the relationship between the Ravens and Lamar Jackson seemingly hitting rock bottom, the four likeliest contenders to trade for Lamar, whether the Ravens will push for a trade before the NFL draft, where Lamar ranks among the current top QBs, and more (2:53). Then, Bill talks with Kevin Wildes of Fox Sports about rumors of the Patriots being interested in trading for Lamar, the relationship between Bill Belichick and Patriots ownership, and the Warriors' ideal playoff opponent (42:47) before they fire up one of America's favorite segments, Half-Baked Ideas (1:13:26)! Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Mallory Rubin and Kevin Wildes 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 the Mavericks being in panic mode and the consequences of wasting another prime Luka Doncic year (2:25). Plus, Lakers predictions, the Grizzlies finding their groove again, and a really important Bucks-Nuggets game (34:00). Then they run through the scariest Eastern play-in teams, the Warriors’ playoff hopes if they secure the 5-seed vs. the 6-seed, the Celtics’ stabilization, and more (49:19), before closing with MVP, All-NBA, Dumbest Team of The Year: 2023 Edition, The Retradeables: The Porzingis Trade, March Madness thoughts, and more (1:09:35). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Kelly and ESPN's Mina Kimes to discuss the biggest NFL offseason story lines so far, including the Panthers' no. 1 overall draft pick, Lamar Jackson's future, the Lions as the favorite in the NFC North, Sean Payton's first season as the Broncos HC, and the Aaron Rodgers saga (1:34). Then Bill talks with Michael Pina about Karl Anthony Towns's return to the Timberwolves, most fun Western Conference play-in matchups, first team All-NBA conundrums, and more (1:07:24). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Mina Kimes, Danny Kelly, and Michael Pina Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Logan Murdock to discuss his new article on Jaylen Brown. They discuss his approach to the piece, Jaylen finding his place as a member of the Celtics, his upcoming contract, and more (2:02). Then, Bill sits down with Matt Damon and Ben Affleck to discuss their longtime friendship; sharing apartments and bank accounts; starting their own studio; tabloids and paparazzi; the '90s movie era; their new film, 'Air'; and more (29:27). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, and Logan Murdock Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo and they start by talking about how wide open the race for the NBA title is and who some of their favorites are. Then they put into context some of the historic numbers we've seen the best guys in the league put up this season (24:21). They also discuss the Atlanta Hawks continued struggles after blowing a 24-point lead to the San Antonio Spurs (1:38:25) before talking about some of their March Madness observations and takeaways. Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Kyle Crichton, and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons shares his thoughts on generational talents Steph Curry and Aaron Rodgers (1:06) before he is joined by Joe House and Wosny Lambre for the second annual NBA Worst Contracts Draft. One by one, they draft the 21 worst NBA contracts in 2023 (19:06). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Joe House and Wosny Lambre Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin O'Connor to discuss the Nuggets' struggles, who can win the West, the return of the NBA center position, NBA draft prospects, and more (1:44). Then, Bill talks with Tate Frazier about his five favorite March Madness bets, tournament narratives, best characters, and more (37:16). Finally, Bill is joined by former head writer of WWE Brian Gewirtz to discuss the idea of gambling on pro wrestling; keeping secrets within the company; the insanity of the "Hardcore Era"; theories behind Vince McMahon's return; Brian's new book, 'There's Just One Problem ... : True Tales From the Former, One-Time, 7th Most Powerful Person in WWE'; and more (1:13:09). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Kevin O’Connor, Tate Frazier, and Brian Gewirtz 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 whether the Kings have a legit shot at winning the Western Conference and if De'Aaron Fox is getting enough love (2:35). Then, they talk about why there’s a good chance Joel Embiid is going to win the MVP over Nikola Jokic and why Jokic shouldn't mind losing it (44:57). Finally, they close it out with some All-NBA team debates (1:12:54) and a Retradeables segment breaking down when Deron Williams got traded to the Nets. Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Sheil Kapadia and John Jastremski to discuss the likelihood of Aaron Rodgers being traded to the Jets, Daniel Jones’s contract extension, and what Lamar Jackson’s nonexclusive franchise tag indicates about his future and possible new teams (2:12). Then Bill is joined by Sean Fennessey for the annual Oscars Preview. They discuss odds, predictions, their favorite films, and more (55:44). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Sheil Kapadia, John Jastremski and Sean Fennessey Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss the challenging Suns, and the Nuggets biggest rival in the Western Conference (1:45), the Timberwolves rounding into shape, Evan Mobley's development, early playoff thoughts, and more (21:37). Then in an excerpt from The Ringer's Prestige TV Podcast Bill is joined by Joanna Robinson and Derek Thompson to discuss 'Succession' Season 1, Episode 10: "Nobody Is Ever Missing" (49:27). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Rob Mahoney, Derek Thompson, and Joanna Robinson 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 the Knicks double-overtime win vs. the Celtics, as well as the Knicks new ceiling, the 76ers' big win over the Bucks (2:07), Ja Morant's suspension, concerns for each playoff contender (22:19), another Trade History segment: the Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett trades, UFC 285: the Return of Jon Jones (1:24:45), 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 is joined by Ariel Helwani to discuss UFC 285, Jon Jones's first fight since 2020, the current state of the UFC, and more (3:07). Then Bill talks with author Chuck Klosterman about the warranted, and maybe even understated, hype around NBA draft prospect Victor Wembanyama, whether sports records are losing their luster, the NBA MVP debate, the state of college sports, UFOs, the supernatural, and much more! (24:37). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Ariel Helwani and Chuck Klosterman Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ariel Helwani to discuss the fifth-place Knicks, their recent win streak, their playoff hopes, and more (4:18). Then, Bill is joined by writer, producer, and loyal Boston sports fan Mike Schur to talk about "sports hating" the Miami Heat, the uninspiring Boston Red Sox, and the baseball pitch clock (20:05). Finally, Bill talks with Kevin O'Connor and Tate Frazier about the return of 'One Shining Podcast,' yet another bizarre college basketball season, tournament odds, and more (54:13)! Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Ariel Helwani, Tate Frazier, Kevin O'Connor, and Mike Schur Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices